This qualification is designed to provide learners with a good introduction to the sector with a focus on performance including musical skills development and professional practice. When taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications, it is ideal for learners wishing to progress to Higher Education. The BTEC level 3 Extended Certificate in Music Performance develops students’ performing skills over a two year period. Due to the structure of the course, students must complete the 2 year course to gain a qualification; they will not get any qualification after studying it for one year, although it may be possible to gain a qualification equivalent to half an A level after one year (tbc). Students will study (among other areas) many different performing styles, how to practice effectively, developing confidence and how to achieve a successful performance. Students also develop their writing skills and their ability to keep an accurate log of their musical activities. Students complete three mandatory units: Unit 1: Practical Music Theory and Harmony (90GLH) Unit 2: Professional Practice in the Music Industry (90GLH) Unit 3: Ensemble Music Performance (120GLH) Unit 5: Music Performance Session Styles (60GLH)
You should have achieved 5 9-4 Grades at GCSE or equivalent including English and Maths and a Grade 4 at GCSE Music or Pass at BTEC Level 2 Music. The Level 3 Extended Certificate in Music Performance is equivalent to 1 A Level. Students will be required to audition for the course. Relevant musical experience will also be taken into consideration.
Units 1 and 5 are internally assessed by your teachers and verified by Edexcel. Units 2 and 3 are in the form of set tasks and must be completed under supervised conditions, in a similar way to controlled assessment. These units are externally assessed by Edexcel and make up 58% of the total qualification.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | King Lane, Leeds, LS17 7AG |
This qualification is designed to provide learners with a good introduction to the sector with a focus on performance including musical skills development and professional practice. When taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications, it is ideal for learners wishing to progress to Higher Education. The BTEC level 3 Extended Certificate in Music Performance develops students’ performing skills over a two year period. Due to the structure of the course, students must complete the 2 year course to gain a qualification; they will not get any qualification after studying it for one year, although it may be possible to gain a qualification equivalent to half an A level after one year (tbc). Students will study (among other areas) many different performing styles, how to practice effectively, developing confidence and how to achieve a successful performance. Students also develop their writing skills and their ability to keep an accurate log of their musical activities. Students complete three mandatory units: Unit 1: Practical Music Theory and Harmony (90GLH) Unit 2: Professional Practice in the Music Industry (90GLH) Unit 3: Ensemble Music Performance (120GLH) Unit 5: Music Performance Session Styles (60GLH)
You should have achieved 5 9-4 Grades at GCSE or equivalent including English and Maths and a Grade 4 at GCSE Music or Pass at BTEC Level 2 Music. The Level 3 Extended Certificate in Music Performance is equivalent to 1 A Level. Students will be required to audition for the course. Relevant musical experience will also be taken into consideration.
Units 1 and 5 are internally assessed by your teachers and verified by Edexcel. Units 2 and 3 are in the form of set tasks and must be completed under supervised conditions, in a similar way to controlled assessment. These units are externally assessed by Edexcel and make up 58% of the total qualification.