The Level 1 Diploma in Music, Performing and Production Arts (Music) offers a flexible and challenging programme of study related to the creative arts and music sectors. This particular pathway is suited for students who want to explore the creative arts with a specialist interest in music and music technology. These qualifications are for students who wish to learn the basic skills and knowledge of sound and music technology and practice at Level 1, they support progression on to further study or training in the subject, and on to potential future employment in the sector.

As a vocational award, the Level 1 qualification provides the opportunity for students to begin developing the relevant skills and knowledge as a platform for further development. These qualifications are also suitable for those who want to develop a personal interest or hobby. The method of learning is a mixture of written work, discussion sessions and practical work. Practical work will be done both individually and in groups.

You will receive encouragement and the support you need to progress into further education or the music industry by providing you with a structured framework to work with.

The qualification is designed to provide specialist work-related qualifications in a range of sectors, consequently subjects studied will depend on the specialist subject area. Those students with an interest in music and music technology will study in a project based format.

As part of the study programme, students will also be expected to develop and practise their English and mathematical skills and work towards a Level 2 qualification.

On completion of the course, you will achieve a Level 1 UAL Diploma Music, Performing and Production Arts (Music)