This qualification enables learners to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the Music Technology industry. It is suitable for learners who are motivated and challenged by learning through hands-on experiences. The qualification will allow learners to gain practical skills in creating music using technology.
This qualification is aimed at 14–16-year-olds with an interest in music production and recording.
The qualification provides an introduction to the music technology industry and enables learners to acquire, develop and apply the skills and knowledge required for further academic and/or vocational study.
To be awarded this qualification, learners are required to successfully achieve 06 mandatory units.
There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.
This qualification has been developed for learners aged 14-16 in schools and colleges but is also accessible for learners post-16.
Although LONDON MEDIA ACADEMY does not specify the resource requirements for this qualification, centres are expected to have appropriate equipment to allow learners to cover all of the learning outcomes. LONDON MEDIA ACADEMY does not stipulate the software packages or equipment centres should use. However, centres must offer learners access to software packages and equipment appropriate to Music Technology. These might typically include:
Assessment is the process of measuring a learner’s skill, knowledge and understanding against the standards set in a qualification.
The qualification is made up of 3 different assessment components:
There is continuous growth and development in the music industry globally. This requires a corresponding increase in number of competent, knowledgeable and qualified people to operate in creative sound and music related operations in a wide range of settings. There is real and increasing demand for trained personnel with certification in the sound and music industry
This Diploma is designed to provide a broad understanding and application of sound and music to equip learners who are keen to take up employment in the music sector. Those who are already working in the sound and music sector can also benefit from enhanced knowledge and skills in addition to having a recognized qualification
Assessments for the Diploma is based wholly on course work, assignments and work based reports
An applicant may be admitted on the basis of evidence to suggest that he/she will be able to fulfill and benefit from the objectives of the programme and achieve the standard required for the award
There is continuous growth and development in the music industry globally. This requires a corresponding increase in number of competent, knowledgeable and qualified people to operate in creative sound and music related operations in a wide range of settings. There is real and increasing demand for trained personnel with certification in the sound and music industry
This Diploma is designed to provide a broad understanding and application of sound and music to equip learners who are keen to take up employment in the music sector. Those who are already working in the sound and music sector can also benefit from enhanced knowledge and skills in addition to having a recognized qualification
Assessments for the Diploma is based wholly on course work, assignments and work based reports
An applicant may be admitted on the basis of evidence to suggest that he/she will be able to fulfill and benefit from the objectives of the programme and achieve the standard required for the award
The continual growth and development of the music industry on a global scale requires an accompanying increase in the supply of competent knowledge workers to operate creative sound and music related operations in a wide range of settings. This has led to an increasing demand for trained personnel with certification for the sound and music industry
Assessments for the Diploma is based wholly on course work, assignments and work based reports
An applicant may be admitted on the basis of evidence to suggest that he/she will be able to fulfill and benefit from the objectives of the programme and achieve the standard required for the award