Music Technology A Level

*IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE NORTON KNATCHBULL SCHOOL FOR SEPTEMBER 2024 APPLICATIONS*

Open Evening - Thursday 11th January 2024 6pm - 8pm

Applications Open - Wednesday 3rd January 2024

Applications Close - Friday 26th January 2024

Entry Requirements - A minimum of six separately identifiable GCSE subjects at grade 6 or above, OR an average of grade 6 in the best six GCSE subjects achieved

At least a grade 5 in both English and Mathematics For most subjects at A Level, a grade 6 in the subject at GCSE is required. However, for A Level Mathematics a grade 7 is required, and for Further Mathematics a grade 8 is necessary

.How to Apply - Applications can be made through Kent Choices from the 3rd January 2024

Please contact us directly if you have any questions - contact sixthformrecruitment@nks.kent.sch.uk

With a clear emphasis on music technology, without the emphasis on music theory – Edexcel have retained the practical and theoretical elements of music technology which motivate students more and reduced the emphasis on music theory which we know some students don’t enjoy as much.

Equipping students with skills for higher education and beyond – The content of this course is designed to develop a broad range of skills including project management, appraising and analysis, creativity and imagination. Students will be able to progress to undergraduate study in Music Technology, Sound Production, Sound Engineering and many other courses requiring a similar skill set.

Component 1: Recording 20%

Component 2: Tech based composition 20%

Component 3: Listening and Analysing - Exam 25%

Component 4: Producing & Analysing - Exam 35%

GCSE grade 6 or higher in Music or equivalent subject.

This course could lead you unto university Music Technology and Production courses, leading to roles in the music industry such as; Recording engineer, Record producer, live sound engineer, composer, A and R, record companies, sound production for TV and Film, mixing engineer, mastering engineer.