Music - The College Merthyr Tydfil

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COURSES AVAILABLE:

**AS /A2 LEVEL MUSIC**

EXAMINATION BOARD - WJEC

COURSE DESCRIPTION
The A Level Music
course will provide you with the
skills and ability to perform, develop
musical ideas, listen to music and
acquire analytical skills.

AS /A2 UNITS
There are 6 units, 3 AS units and 3 A2 units.

AS UNITS
MU1 Performing
MU2 Composing
MU3 Appraising

A2 UNITS
MU4 Performing
MU5 Composing
MU6 Appraising

ASSESSMENT
Internal and External
Assessment which will vary
depending on chosen route.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
5 GCSESs Grade
A-C

PROGRESSION
Higher Education,
conservatoires, careers in music as
performer, teacher or the recording
industry.



**BTEC EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN MUSIC (Performance)**

Level: 3

Duration: Full Time 2 Year

Entry Requirements:
BTEC First Diploma in Music, 4 GCSE’s at grade C or above. More mature learners may present a more varied profile or achievement that is likely to include experience of employment

Course Description:
These 18 unit National Diploma offer a specialist qualification that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the sector. As such, the Diploma offers a qualification that can extend the study and provide vocational emphasis for learners who wish to follow a full time programme of study that is directly related to their work experience or to an aspect of employment that they wish to move into in due course.

What you will Study:
Live performance techniques
Music performance project
Singing
World Music
Performance Techniques
Aural skills
Improvisation

On Completion / Career Paths:
Students may wish to pursue further study in this area.



**FOUNDATION DEGREE IN CREATIVE INDUSTRIES (Popular Music) (L4)**

Level: 4

Duration: 2 years 13hrs per week (full time)

Entry Requirements:
BTEC Vocational Qualification at Level 3, A Level at grade A – C. Mature applicants msut possess relevant experience. All applicants will undergo a formal interview and take part in workshop session prior to selection.

Course Description:
The course of study will allow the individual to research, study and practice around the themes and issues based within the music sector. Studying practitoners and implementing their theories into practical music performances willbe at the core of the course of study. Students can specialise in performance or technology, whilst acquiring professional practice skills. An important element of the second year will be a placement with a partner organisation.

What you will Study:
Modules or areas of study inlcude (including options and practical /theoretical content, project work, working in community etc. )

On Completion / Career Paths:
On successful completition of the first two years, students will have the opportunity to progress onto an Honours year in Film & TV at the Atrium in Cardiff.

Further Information & How to Apply:
If you would like further information, please contact Student Services on 0800 169 3825 or complete an enquiry or application form online.