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Level 3
Music Practitioners RSL Extended Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma
COURSE OVERVIEW
Equivalent to 1 A-level.
This vocational course equivalent to 1 A Level will equip learners with the professional skills to develop realistic employment opportunities in the music industry and/or to progress to higher education. Learners will develop skills in: • Rehearsing and performing effectively on their instrument / voice. • Developing musicianship skills and repertoire. • Exploring contextual issues relating to music style, audience and the music industry. • Understanding and using music technology. The qualification is built upon a system of units through which learners accumulate credits. The core units are Improving Instrumental Performance, Rehearsal Skills and Live Performance, and Planning for a Career in Music. Appropriate additional units will be chosen, relevant to the needs and interests of the learners to reach the required level of credits. These additional units can be chosen from the pathways of Performance, Technology, Composition and Business A range of teaching and learning styles is used during the course and a large proportion of the course is taught through practical performance activities. Formal lessons are combined with discussion, case studies, task- based learning, practical activities, student- led activities, video and ILT. Teaching resources and course material are available on the Academy of Performing Arts blog.
FURTHER INFORMATION
You need a minimum of five GCSEs at 9-4, including grade 4 in English Language or Maths. You must have good time management and independent study skills to be ready to meet the deadline demands of the course. You must have a keen interest in a wide range of Performing Arts and have a good range of performance skills.
This qualification adds value to a wide range of progression opportunities in both higher education or employment in music performance or broader performing arts where combined with other courses offered through the Academy of Performing Arts in the College.
There is a mix of internal and external assessment. Unit grades are added together to give your final results: Pass, Merit or Distinction. Exceptional students are awarded Distinction*. Evidence for assessment may be generated through a range of activities including performance, written assignment, oral assessment, presentations, and assessment of practical competency.
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You will need to self- assess your own work and with your teachers’; help maximise your grades. Show good time management so assignments are completed on time and in line with your target grade. This includes being able to balance college, social and paid working commitments. Creativity and innovation are also skills students will be expected to develop as students will be tasked to create new performances and work. A willingness to get involved in the extra-curricular life of the Performing Arts academy.
You will also be expected to continue to develop and prioritise your English and Maths skills.