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Key details

Course area
Performing Arts
Student type
16 - 18 courses
Course type
Full-time Further Education course
Course level
Level 1
Start date
Location
City Hub 111 Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7HB
Course code
Parent course code:C059474 Child course code: Q059475
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Course introduction

Discover your creativity and start your journey into music technology.

This practical Level 1 UAL Music Technology course is a great starting point if you love music and want to learn more about music production, using music technology in performance and creating your own music and want to develop your skills in a creative and supportive environment.

  • You'll explore how music is made using computers, recording equipment and music technology, developing your confidence through practical projects and creative activities. No matter what your previous experience is, you'll have the opportunity to experiment, make music and discover what you're good at.
  • You'll learn the basics of using a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), recording and editing sounds, creating beats and musical ideas, and exploring different production techniques. 
  • You'll develop your listening skills and learn how musicians, producers and artists create and communicate their ideas.
  • Alongside production, you'll explore performance and composition, work with other students and take part in practical music-making activities.
  • You'll learn how to develop ideas, solve problems, work as part of a team and present your creative work.

The course is designed to build your confidence, practical skills and understanding of music technology, giving you a strong foundation for further study. Assessment is through 100% coursework. No exams.

You will develop skills in: 

  • Music production and recording
  • Digital Audio Workstation software and music technology
  • Basic editing and mixing
  • Creating beats and musical ideas 
  • Introduction to music technology in performance techniques
  • Listening to and understanding music 
  • Developing and communicating creative ideas

On successful completion, you can progress to Level 2 UAL Music Technology, where you'll develop your production, performance and composition skills further and take on more ambitious creative projects.

Course information

1 year

UAL Level 1 Diploma in Music, Performing & Production Arts

You’ll need 4 GCSEs at grades 3–1, including Maths or English Language at 2 or above. However, as we want this course to be accessible, we will consider applicants with lower grades who demonstrate an aptitude and passion for music technology.

Assessment is continuous throughout the course.

Choose to follow with a Level 2 course in Music Technology, employment in the creative media production sector or moving on to a related vocational (career-related) programme.

Careers related to this course

Musicians

Potential Earnings

£52,048.04

Average Earnings

£29,161.19

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

Employment opportunities

The number of job postings in this career for previous years starting from 2023, the current year and projections for future years until 2034.

Sources: The Labour Force Survey (LFS), Working Futures (projections) data, and Business Register and Employment Survey (BRES).

Pathways

Art, Performance and Design

People in these occupations create art and fine craftwork, produce and perform plays and motion pictures, and design graphics and other products.

Skills

Learning Strategies

Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

Monitoring

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
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