The course is split between coursework based on Cubase software and a listening paper focusing on Popular Music and music theory/music technology theory. You will also learn composition skills and general production skills. Please be advised this is a highly academic course with considerable emphasis on the science behind the sound recordings. Music Technology A Level is unique in that it fits very well with both scientific subjects, in particular Physics and Math's, as well as complementing creative and arts subjects too. Music Technology A Level is an excellent A Level to have. It is recognized nationally as very challenging and as covering a variety of disciplines. Students can use Music Technology as a backing for any application to study either a science or arts based degree. Music Technology is a great subject to study as a pathway into any sound engineering or production based careers, as well as practical music performance roles.
8 or more GCSE passes at grade 5, equivalent or better including Math's and English Grade 6 in Mathematics or RSL Level 2 Music Technology Merit.
There are 2 pieces of coursework to be completed at the end of Year 13 that assess a variety of different skills. These make up 40% of the course: 1. Recording (20%)‐ recording a live band in the studio 2. Technology‐based composition (20%)‐ creating original music using Cubase There are also 2 exams taken at the end of Year 13, which comprise 60% of the course: 1. Listening and Analyzing (25%)‐ Knowledge and understanding of recording and production techniques and principles 2. Producing and Analyzing (35%)‐ Knowledge and understanding of editing, mixing and production techniques
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Twyford Crescent, London, W3 9PP |
The course is split between coursework based on Cubase software and a listening paper focusing on Popular Music and music theory/music technology theory. You will also learn composition skills and general production skills. Please be advised this is a highly academic course with considerable emphasis on the science behind the sound recordings. Music Technology A Level is unique in that it fits very well with both scientific subjects, in particular Physics and Math's, as well as complementing creative and arts subjects too. Music Technology A Level is an excellent A Level to have. It is recognized nationally as very challenging and as covering a variety of disciplines. Students can use Music Technology as a backing for any application to study either a science or arts based degree. Music Technology is a great subject to study as a pathway into any sound engineering or production based careers, as well as practical music performance roles.
8 or more GCSE passes at grade 5, equivalent or better including Math's and English Grade 6 in Mathematics or RSL Level 2 Music Technology Merit.
There are 2 pieces of coursework to be completed at the end of Year 13 that assess a variety of different skills. These make up 40% of the course: 1. Recording (20%)‐ recording a live band in the studio 2. Technology‐based composition (20%)‐ creating original music using Cubase There are also 2 exams taken at the end of Year 13, which comprise 60% of the course: 1. Listening and Analyzing (25%)‐ Knowledge and understanding of recording and production techniques and principles 2. Producing and Analyzing (35%)‐ Knowledge and understanding of editing, mixing and production techniques
