Level 3

Music Performance and Production Diploma Level 3 (UAL)

Disclaimer: Launching Sept 2026 – hands-on music production training delivered in professional sound studios at Bristol Beacon. Applications or Expressions of Interest now open (subject to final agreements). Level up your artistry across College Green…

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Course overview

Disclaimer: Launching Sept 2026 – hands-on music production training delivered in professional sound studios at Bristol Beacon. Applications or Expressions of Interest now open (subject to final agreements).

Level up your artistry across College Green and Bristol Beacon. You will develop advanced musicianship and production in industry-standard spaces at the Beacon (recording studio, practice rooms, editing suites) and build collaborative projects, theory and pre/post-production at College Green. The Beacon’s 2023 transformation created a central, future-facing hub for performance and music education — connecting your studies to Bristol’s thriving scene.

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Who is this course for?

Committed musicians, producers and creators aiming for higher education or industry. You should be comfortable reading music for this course.

What you’ll learn

Advanced composition and arranging, specialist performance and production in context, professional practice and industry insight, contextual studies, and major collaborative/independent projects across the two years. You will also integrate AI-enhanced ideation, sound design and workflow efficiency, alongside sustainable approaches to recording and live production

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including either English or Maths

Future career and study

Creative apprenticeships, or entry-level roles in performance, festival production, music, live sound and content creation.

Additional costs

We provide basic art and digital resources, but you may need to purchase additional materials individually, including your own instrument if required. The Learner Support Fund is available to help students from low-income households with these costs.

Frequently asked questions

How to apply?

Your admissions journey will follow a number of straightforward steps and will likely follow a similar format to the steps outlined on our ‘How to Apply‘ page.

For 16-18 courses, places will be offered for a specific course of study at City of Bristol College, subject to the applicant meeting all course entry criteria.

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What support is available to me as a student?

You’ll have our support for every step of your studies. We’re here to help make sure you get the support that you need to succeed.

  • Careers Advice
  • Learning Support
  • Students in Care
  • Fees & Financial Support
  • Mental Health Support
  • Academic and Personal Support
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What facilities will I have access to as a student here?

From state-of-the-art engineering, construction and motor vehicle centres to welcoming spaces for A Levels, technical and vocational courses, our facilities are designed to support students in developing the skills, knowledge and experience they need for their future.

Explore our centres, as well as our training restaurants and salons, where students can put their learning into practice in professional environments.

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