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Key features of the course
The nature of this course is to develop and broaden a learner’s knowledge, skills, ability, interest and passion for Music.
Learners are able to tailor the course to them as an individual, choosing which specific pathway/focus they would like to follow, choosing from Performance, Technology, Composition or Business. With a choice of optional units they would like to study.
It is a vocational qualification, meaning their work always has a ‘real world’ context, which requires learners to work independently, including research, coursework, rehearsals etc.
Entry Requirements:
Minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4, with at least a grade 5 in English Language.
Aptitude in the chosen music discipline, such as performing or digital music programming.
Ideally, study of music at KS4, or grade 5 in a specific instrument.
What could this course lead on to?
Studying this course could lead learners into careers within the music industry. These could include careers such as performing, production, teaching, music therapy, music journalism etc.
In addition to music related jobs, the course develops transferable skills such as communication, research and analytical skills, collaborative and independent learning, critical reasoning as well as confidence and performance skills. All of these are vital for progression to Higher Education and employment.
Future prospects and careers
The course will support access to degree courses in Music, Music Technology and combined courses, such as Music and Psychology or Music and English. Possibly leading to one of the career areas listed above.
What type of student is this course suitable for?
This course is suitable for anyone with a passion and interest for music. It requires learners to be able to work independently, with good time management skills. The course is suitable for learners with lots of previous musical experience, including those who have studied music at KS4. However, it is also suitable for those who have less musical experience due to its flexible nature.
Assessment Structure
| Title | Style of Assessment | |
| MUSPRA 349 | Planning for a Career in Music | Compulsory CORE – Internally assessed coursework – externally moderation (15 credits) |
| MUSPRA 387/388 | Rehearsal Skills & Live Music Performance / Live Sound Recording & Sound Reinforcement | Compulsory CORE – Externally assessed coursework – brief set by exam board, complete between January & March of Yr13. (30 credits) |
| Mixed | Mixed choice of optional units covering all aspects of music depending on learner’s individual aspirations and skills. | Internally assessed coursework and externally moderated as a sample (45 credits in total = 50% of course) |