Level 2 Music
Curriculum Overview
Our curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded education, offering both theoretical knowledge, contextual understanding and practical skills in a creative or performing arts discipline. Each course or “strand” has been designed to ensure that students are industry- ready and equipped for success in their chosen fields.
At Key Stage 4 you will study/learn on the Level 2 Music UAL Diploma in Music Performance and Production:
- Popular Music History
- Music Theory and Analysis
- Research Skills
- Music Production and Composition
- Ensemble and Solo Performance
- Performing as a Professional
- Final Major Project
The skills and knowledge gained through our course opens doors to exciting progression and career opportunities. After Year 13, many of our students go on to higher education degrees in music or related studies at the top institutions in the country. Others go straight into the industry.
Industry Opportunities
We collaborate with a range of creative industry partners to ensure our students receive the most up-to-date education and real-world experience, plus access to work placements. These partnerships allow us to professional masterclasses and industry-driven projects and opportunities such as:
- Solo and ensemble performances on site and at local venues.
- Visiting speakers from the music industry.
- Workshops from visiting professionals.
"The Music strand curriculum at The BRIT School is brilliant. Not only do the teachers give in depth and advanced lessons covering music tech, theory, history and production, but they also equip us with essential skills for practical work in the industry. However, the lessons never stop at just teaching; they are always very enjoyable, mixing education with fun. I feel as though my skills have developed incredibly since coming to this school, not only as a practical and instrumental musician but also as a producer, something which I had never dreamed of achieving pre-BRIT. "
Current Year 10 stduent, 2025
How Do I Apply
For Key Stage 4 you will need to be competent on at least one instrument (or voice). Although we do not offer a separate music technology course at Key Stage 4, we encourage applications from those who specialise in this area, as long as they play an instrument and/or sing to a good standard. These are the questions you will answer when you apply online:
a.
List your practical skills (instruments/voice/
production etc.) and give a clear indication of which one you will audition with.
b.
Describe in detail your musical experience and/or training since you started secondary school.
c.
How do you think this course will help you achieve your career goals?
d.
What are the most important qualities needed to succeed in the music business?
What Qualities Do I Need?
- A high standard of performance on at least one instrument or voice
- Dedication to music making both in and, where possible, outside school
- A strong work ethic in both music and your other school subjects
- The ability to work well with others with kindness, patience and inclusion
- Excellent attendance and punctuality records (mitigating circumstances may be taken into account)