Music (Technology) - Level 2 - Dartford

North Kent Colleges Group

Oakfield Lane, DARTFORD, DA1 2JT

National Diploma (BTEC)

Level 2

Available start dates

Monday, 06 September 2027

NKC Dartford College

1 Year(s)

Full time

Not applicable

Application Instructions

Applications Open -

Applications Close - 13th August 2027 for application forms - please visit www.northkent.ac.uk if applying after this date for GCSE Open Events and Open Enrolment Dates.

How to Apply - Apply through Careers East Sussex

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

Course Summary

Performances, Online Portfolio/Blogs, Recordings

Course Details

This course is based on an industrial model via our production company, Miskin Music. Trainee producers will work in a vibrant studio and live environment, composing and recording productions in a range of styles. Trainees will also develop and refine an online portfolio/personal website, increasingly seen as a vital resource for progression either into employment, or our specialist Level 3 programmes in music or music technology. A recognition and understanding of career paths and employment opportunities are embedded in our work, offering trainees an introduction to music recording techniques, composition, as well as participation in live performances. This Study Programme includes opportunities for you to develop your English and Maths skills as required. You may be expected to complete either functional skills or GCSE qualifications as part of your course depending on your GCSE results.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Performances, Online Portfolio/Blogs, Recordings

Entry requirements

Reasonable music keyboard skills. Minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and preferably maths and one creative subject. Or an equivalent Level 1 Diploma in Music at merit or above.

You will be required to attend an interview where you will be required to present a short recording/piece (2 mins approximately) you have produced or contributed to in a production capacity. Your interview will require you to outline your background in the subject and your relevant previous musical/production experience or activities. You may also be asked to undertake a basic music keyboard test. You will also be asked to create a supporting statement of at least 500 words prior to your interview.

You will need a positive school report/recommendation/reference from your school/tutor. (Applicants who are home schooled, with no formal qualifications, will be required to take college internal assessments; to determine their suitability for the demands of the course)

Your next steps...

UAL Level 3 Diploma In Music Performance and Production.

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