The course contains five units of which two are mandatory and one is external. Mandatory content makes up 50% of the course and external assessment makes up 33% of the course. The course is a basis for the sound engineering sector, with a focus on studio recording techniques and DAW production. As part of the course employer involvement is a mandatory element, so visits to a variety of music technology and performing arts venues will take place throughout the course. Students will also be encouraged to undertake work experience in a relevant field of study during Year 12. The course is equivalent in size to one A Level. Unit 1: Live Sound (Optional) Unit 2: Studio Recording Techniques (Mandatory) Unit 5: DAW Production (Mandatory – Externally Assessed) Unit 13: Mixing and Mastering Techniques (Optional) Unit 18: Working and Developing as a Production Team
Grade 5 in GCSE music and Grade 4 in GCSE additional science or Grade 4 in GCSE mathematics. Good keyboard skills would be advantageous
There are two mandatory units, with one being externally assessed. The remaining three units are from the list of optional units and these are assessed internally.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Greenford Avenue, Hanwell, London, W7 1JJ |
The course contains five units of which two are mandatory and one is external. Mandatory content makes up 50% of the course and external assessment makes up 33% of the course. The course is a basis for the sound engineering sector, with a focus on studio recording techniques and DAW production. As part of the course employer involvement is a mandatory element, so visits to a variety of music technology and performing arts venues will take place throughout the course. Students will also be encouraged to undertake work experience in a relevant field of study during Year 12. The course is equivalent in size to one A Level. Unit 1: Live Sound (Optional) Unit 2: Studio Recording Techniques (Mandatory) Unit 5: DAW Production (Mandatory – Externally Assessed) Unit 13: Mixing and Mastering Techniques (Optional) Unit 18: Working and Developing as a Production Team
Grade 5 in GCSE music and Grade 4 in GCSE additional science or Grade 4 in GCSE mathematics. Good keyboard skills would be advantageous
There are two mandatory units, with one being externally assessed. The remaining three units are from the list of optional units and these are assessed internally.