Music RSL (Rock School) Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma for Music (Single)

Applications Open: Monday 3rd November 2025

Applications Close: Friday 24th July 2026

Entry Requirements: Our general entry requirements are:-

• A Levels – advanced courses, two year study programme, with an average entry requirement of at least five grade 5+ qualifications, including English and mathematics. Some subjects may have additional entry requirements.

• BTEC Level 3 – advanced courses, two year study programme, with an average entry requirement of at least five grade 4+ qualifications, including English and mathematics. Some subjects may have additional entry requirements.

• T Level - technical course, two year study programme, with an average entry requirement of at least five grade 5+ qualifications, including English and mathematics.

• BTEC Level 2 – One year programme, which could lead on to further studies, with an average entry requirement at least five grade 2 or above, including English and mathematics.

How to Apply: Please apply via Kent Choices

If applying to T Level Engineering, please include a second choice set of subjects within the same application.

Course aims

Students complete a number of units adding up to 90 credits in their chosen discipline (Performance/Technology). Many units overlap which means that regardless of their discipline, they will be given opportunities to work on the tasks of the other discipline also. There is one external assessment. The course aims to give a broad variety of experiences to all students to allow them to make informed decisions on their future path.

Course content

Students will focus on one of two strands: Performance or Technology. The course is modular, with each strand having three mandatory modules. Each strand includes a module on establishing a career in music, as well as topics ranging from creative collaboration to recording to developing a more musical ear. Topics covered can be (but are not limited to)

• Planning a Career in Music (Internal Core)
• Rehearsal Skills and Live Music Performance (External Core)
• Live Sound Recording and Sound Reinforcement (External Core)
• Music Video Production
• Live Sound Engineering - Front of House
• Lighting for Music Events
• Session Musician
• Auditioning for Music

Assessment

The course is entirely coursework based. 33% of the coursework is externally assessed, the remainder is internally assessed, with portions sent to external moderation. There is no written examination.

Additional course entry requirements

Music at KS4 is preferable but not necessary. Being able to play an instrument is beneficial. Technology pathway is an option for those who wish to look further into Sound Engineering and Lighting.

Progression and career opportunities

Progression and career opportunities Students completing this course could continue further study in university as well as apprenticeships which will be available to students due to the transferable skills they will gain from completing the course.