Music & Audio Production – Level 3

Study Area: 16-18
Duration: 2 Years
Attendance: Full Time

Course Overview

The music industry has undergone massive change over recent years. What was only achievable to the few is now accessible to the many as hit tracks, film scores and broadcast material are now produced ‘in the box’.

This course offers you the opportunity to learn and grow your song writing, production and audio editing skills whilst developing a portfolio of work that you can take to demonstrate your abilities to prospective clients.

Learning is practical based and is reflective of the current music and creative industries. You will have regular engagement from local practitioners and companies throughout your studies. These could be in the form projects, workshops or talks.

Whether it’s song writing, beat making, podcasting, studio or live sound engineering, the Music & Audio Production course at Calderdale College has it. You’ll get a feel for widely used equipment by companies such as Audient, Neumann, Shure, AKG and Tannoy whilst learning through Logic Pro X. Logic is a hugely versatile digital audio workstation and was voted best DAW at the NAMM TEC awards in 2024.

During this course you will become well equipped in all aspects of:

Year 1 Modules

  • The recording studio
  • Digital music
  • Live events
  • The music industry

Year 2 Modules

  • Personal development project
  • Developing a music project
  • Collaborative project

Start Date

September 2025

Entry Requirements & Interview Process

An advanced course suitable for those with at least 5 GCSEs at grade A*-C or grade 9-4 to include English or Maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification such as BTEC First Diploma, GNVQ Intermediate, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent/relevant work experience. Candidates should be computer literate.

All applicants will be invited for an interview.

Progression

Life after your Level 3 could be straight to industry or further education in music, music technology or music production. Successful learners can apply straight on to our Foundation Degree music program.

Career Opportunities

Music Producer, Studio Engineer, Live Engineer, Lighting Engineer, Events Manager, Foley Artist.

Employer Partners

The Piece Hall, Calderdale Music, The Grayston Unity, Hebden Underground Studios, Greenmount Studios.

Assessment Methods

You will be assessed throughout the course by completing coursework, there will be no exams.

Course Fees

This course is free for students age 16 – 18. For students 19+ please contact our Student Services Team on 01422 399367 for more information.

Career Opportunities

Live Sound Engineer
£25,000 – £40,000

TV/Film Sound Technician 
£16,000 – £35,000

Music & Audio Production – Level 3

Study Area: 16-18
Duration: 2 Years
Attendance: Full Time
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