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Music Performance & Production UAL Level 2 (Alton)

Level 2 Diploma

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Availability & Details

Music Performance & Production - UAL Level 2 Diploma AFY-MUSC2D/C01

Venue
Alton Campus

Type of study
Vocational

Dates
Academic Year 2027-28 (1 year)

Examination board
University of the Arts London

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Overview

If you are keen to establish yourself as a singer, songwriter, performer, musician, digital composer, producer, rapper or DJ, then this is the course for you to explore your talent.

Five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language as well as an audition that requires you to demonstrate that you are advanced enough with your instrument/voice/digital compositions to start rehearsing with a band.

On this course, you will have the opportunity to study a variety of music performance related areas. The UAL Diploma consists of eight units. Units 1 – 7 are skill building units that prepare you for Unit 8, which is your final major project (FMP). On this course, you will learn:

• A range of elements in the development and delivery of a music performance

• Roles and responsibilities in the production of a music performance

• Listening skills to identify the different musical elements of musical performances

The facilities on our campus feature the latest music industry standard equipment. They include:

• Two Apple Mac production suites consisting of more than 20 individual workstations with audio keyboard and Logic X • Main recording studio consists of Apple Mac Pro, and Logic Pro X • Live music venue with a variety of live audio equipment: industry-standard microphones and DI boxes, PA and monitor speakers and outboard equipment.

Our rehearsal rooms are equipped with all the kit required to rehearse and perform your favourite music:– • PA Systems • Mics • Amps • Keyboards • Drums • Grand Piano • Double Bass

You will be continually assessed on a Pass or Fail basis on Units 1 – 7. The final Unit 8 will be graded on a Pass, Merit, Distinction level.

On completion of this Level 2 course, you could progress on to the Level 3 Music and Production Course.


"I am delighted with my results and am really looking forward to studying Law at Oxford University. I really enjoyed my time at HSDC Alton and I really appreciate all the help and support from my fantastic teachers, without whom I wouldn't have got my place at Oxford."

Catherine Goldie, HSDC Alton A Level Student

I’m really happy and pleased with my grades. I really loved my time at the college, I have also made lots of friends, it’s a really nice place to be, I don’t want to leave.

Lauren Piper, A Level student

“I owe the staff a lot and I wouldn't be where I am today without them.”

Tom Andrews, A Level Student