Contextual Studies Foundation
You’ll build core academic and musical skills to support your creative journey. By analysing repertoire in social and historical context, you’ll develop critical thinking and a grounding in musicology and analysis. This module helps you connect your creativity with reflective practice, preparing you for undergraduate-level study and your evolving role as a music producer.
DAW Foundations
You’ll explore the basics of digital composition using industry-standard Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). This module introduces you to essential production techniques and helps you build your first digital portfolio. You’ll also begin to apply theoretical knowledge from music theory, laying a solid technical foundation for future production work.
DAW Principles
Building on DAW Foundations, you’ll expand your skills in composition and arrangement using professional DAW software. You’ll deepen your understanding of tools and techniques while continuing to produce creative digital work. This module strengthens your technical fluency and prepares you for more advanced production environments.
DJ Foundations
You’ll gain hands-on experience with DJing at an introductory level, learning essential hardware and software techniques. This module supports your development as a music producer by helping you build performance, communication, and project planning skills. You’ll create your first DJ-led project and prepare for future live production work.
DJ Principles
You’ll enhance your DJ skills by exploring key principles behind hardware and software operation. This module builds your confidence in delivering structured performances while sharpening your communication and project skills. It supports your growth as a producer-performer and readies you for Level 4 work.
Music Theory Skills for Producers
You’ll gain a practical understanding of music theory tailored for producers. By exploring melody, harmony, rhythm, and structure, you’ll build the fluency needed to compose, produce, and analyse with confidence. This module helps you apply theoretical knowledge directly to your DAW-based creative work.
Studio Foundations
You’ll be introduced to the studio environment, learning how to operate recording equipment and understand signal flow. This module covers key principles of studio setup and communication, helping you develop the planning and interpersonal skills needed to complete a successful project in a studio setting.
Studio Principles
Building on Studio Foundations, you’ll expand your practical knowledge and technical confidence in the studio. You’ll apply more advanced operational procedures and refine your teamwork and project management skills. This module prepares you for professional production work and Level 4 studio modules.