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RSL Music (Performance)

Northfleet Technology College

Colyer Road, Northfleet, Kent, DA11 8BG

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification
Level 3
Arts, Media and Publishing

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Northfleet Technology College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
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Application Instructions

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

Applications Close: Friday 4th September 2026

Pathways Offered:
  • Level 2 Pathway - For students who still need to resit their Mathematics and English Language GCSE's to gain a Grade 4 alongside Level 2 BTECs.
  • Level 3 Vocational - For students who have gained a grade 4 in their Mathematics and English Language OR English Literature.
  • IBCP Programme - For students gaining 5 GCSE's at Grade 4 and above including Mathematics and English Language.
  • Sports Academies (Basketball/Football) - For students wishing to pursue Sport professionally alongside their studies. The academy must be taken in addition to one of the other three pathways on offer.

Number of subjects required:

  • Level 3 Pathway - Please select three Level 3 courses (BTEC or RSL)
  • IBCP Pathway - Please select two IB Diploma courses and two Level 3 Vocational courses (BTEC or RSL)

Please see our website for our online prospectus, which includes more detailed information about each subject that we offer.

How to Apply:

To apply for the Level 2, Level 3 and IBCP pathway please apply via Kent Choices

To apply for the Basketball or Football academies please email parrym@ntc.kent.sch.uk to express interest and receive invitations to trials.

Course Summary

RSL Subsidiary Diploma for Music Practitioners - equivalent to 1.5 A Levels

The course is highly practical and focuses on music performance. Students will be expected to take part in performances outside of lessons including live public events such as open mic nights to help complete their units.

Course Details

349 - Planning for a Career in Music

353 - Music Event Management

385 - Improving Instrumental Performance

365 - Auditioning for Music

387e - Rehearsal Skills and Live Music Performance



How will it be delivered and assessed?

Unit 387e is assessed externally.


The remaining 4 units are internally assessed and externally moderated.


Entry requirements

You must have at least:

4 in GCSE English Language

4 in GCSE Mathematics

Demonstration of performance ability on an instrument (including voice)


Preferred but not essential:

Level 2 qualification in Music

Your next steps...

University Degrees in:

Music, Music Business, Music Performance, Music Production, Music Technology, Songwriting etc.

Employment in: Artistry, DJ, Session Musician, Performer, Promotion, Songwriter, Video Game Composer etc.

Higher Level Apprenticeships

Additional information


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