BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate Music Performance

Applications Open: - 11th November 2025

Applications Close: - 23rd January 2026 to allow us to build our curriculum. We will accept late applications beyond this date, but they may take longer to process.

Entry Requirements: - Vary by course please see individual subject information on this website. We also require students to achieve at least five Grade 5s or above at GCSE for Level 3 curriculum. For our Level 2 Pathway, students need to have five Grade 3s or above, inlcuding English and Maths

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices. Applications submitted by the end of January will have a decision on their offer by the 2nd April 2026.

What is BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate Music Performance?

During the course students will explore Ensemble Music Performance through rehearsal, evaluations, instrumental techniques and a final performance. They will also study Music Theory and put it in to practice showing a clear path from knowledge gained to the end product in compositions. Students will also look at the Music Industry and prepare for a career outside the obvious performance sector, looking at budgets, putting together bids, presentation skills and planning for events.

What skills will you develop by taking this qualification?

Music Theory, Scales, Key Selection, Rhythm, Texture, Harmonic Construction, Melodic Construction, Structure, Form, Instrumental Techniques, Group Work, Listening Skills, Performance Skills, Rehearsal Techniques, Event Planning, Budgets, Presentation Skills.

Unit 1 - Practical Music Theory and Harmony

Unit 2 - Professional Practice in the Music Industry

Unit 3 - Ensemble Performance

Unit 4 - Composition

Grade 4 in both English and Maths OR Grade 5 in GCSE Music, Merit in vocational music qualification OR Instrument skills to Grade 5 ABRSM.