BTEC Level 2 Diploma

in Music Industry Skills

The BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music Industry Skills provides the opportunity to develop skills as a performer and music creator.

This course is suitable for those who would like to learn more about the music industry, develop their existing musical skill set, and learn the inner workings of what it means to be a musician. Study takes place in well-equipped music technology suites and rehearsal rooms, with live performance opportunities at an established live music venue. This programme is a one-year foundation course.

Eligible Applicants: 16-18 Years of age* 

*We also accept those aged 19 years, although an Advanced Learner Loan will need to be applied for to cover course fees.

Course Modules

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Course details

Course Title

Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music Industry Skills

Location

Platform One (Dodnor Campus)

Entry Requirements

4 grade 3 GCSEs or higher plus an interview and audition

Duration

One year, full time

Start date

September 2026

Academic Partner

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Career Pathways

Audio production and recording

Music performance

Live sound

Festival production

Composition for film, television and games

Session musician

Music business and management

Audio production and recording • Music performance • Live sound • Festival production • Composition for film, television and games • Session musician • Music business and management •

Student Success

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Jake Stimson is a freelance producer, songwriter and musician with writing credits totalling over 6 million Spotify plays. Jake also runs TwentyFourSeven Music, a company that focuses on artist development and marketing.

“I spent a good number of years at Platform One. Starting in the Saturday Rockschool programme, moving onto the BTEC diploma course and finally earning my degree. My time spent at P1, and the great tutors there, have me a solid foundation of knowledge and experience. It allowed me to enter the music industry with confidence”

Jake Stimson (Alumni - Producer, Songwriter)

Lecturers

  • Dalon Scriver

  • Will Trasler

Ready to start your creative career?