Music Technology: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Music Technology
T6 Turner Sixth Form
Tile Kiln Lane , Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4PB
Available start dates
Available start dates
Application Instructions
Applications Open: 13 November 2025
Applications Close: tbc
Entry Requirements Applicants must achieve a grade 4 in English Language or English Literature, and Mathematics, in addition to the minimum requirements in their chosen subjects.
How to Apply Please apply via KentChoices or email T6signup@turnerschools.com
Course Summary
This programme of study provides the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin the role of the music technician. You will study five units, which include the following topics: studio recording techniques, Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) production, live sound and sound for media. The units are designed to support progression to relevant occupational areas, and to a range of sector-related courses in higher education. In taking this qualification you will have a significant amount of meaningful engagement with sector employers as part of your course, for example, through work experience in the sector and through attending lectures from visiting employers.
Course Details
This course comprises ten units, five of which are mandatory and two of which are assessed externally:
Title - Live Sound
Weighting 17%
Unit 1 (O)
Title - Studio Recording Techniques
Weighting 17%
Unit 2 (M)
Title - Digital Audio Workstation Production
Weighting 33%
Unit 6 (M)
Title - Mixing and Mastering Techniques
Weighting 17%
Unit 13(O)
Title - Studio Design and Acoustics
Weighting 17%
Assessment Assignment – set and assessed internally
Unit 14(O)
Title - Working and Developing as a Production Team Weighting 17%
Unit 18(O)
How will it be delivered and assessed?
This course comprises ten units, five of which are mandatory and two of which are assessed externally.
Entry requirements
GCSE at Grade 5+ or BTEC/NCFE at Merit+ in a music related discipline, as well as 4+ in GCSE English and 5+ in GCSE Core and Additional Science. Candidates without a Level 2 qualification in a music related discipline will be considered through interview.
Your next steps...
The main purpose of this qualification is to prepare you for working in the music technology sector, particularly as musicians, arts officers, producers and directors, photographers and audiovisual and broadcasting equipment operators. With this qualification you could find employment as studio assistant, or sound designer.
Additional information
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