This qualification is designed for learners who may be interested in the production and recording industry. The focus of the qualification is on the learner’s ability and desire to use music technology. This qualification features on the DfE list of approved qualifications for Key Stage 4 performance tables. (140 GLH plus 4 hours external assessment).
Unit 1: Using a digital audio workstation (DAW) - This unit will allow learners to develop skills in operating a DAW creatively using audio, MIDI, hardware and editing tools. Learners will create a musical project to a specified brief, reflecting industry skills. (30 GLH)
Unit 2: Creating music - Learners will develop skills to analyse stylistic elements of music and develop a piece of music based on a specific style. Learners will engage in a review of technical and creative processes. (30 GLH)
Unit 3: Studio Recording - Learners will plan and undertake a recording session for a given scenario. Learners will create a mixdown of their recording and review the final product. (40 GLH)
Unit 4: Sound Creation - Learners will explore sound creation and apply their knowledge to a given brief. They will create and review their own original sound creation project. (40 GLH)
This course may be useful to those studying qualifications in the following sectors:
Film studies
Media studies
Music
Computing
Economics and Business
Science
Maths
Learners who achieve this Vcert qualification could progress onto further Level 3 qualifications and A’ levels, such as:
A’ Level Music
A’ Level Music Technology
NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Radio Production
NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media
NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media
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