Level 2

Music Performance and Production Diploma Level 2 (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). Create, perform and produce across two vibrant…

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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).

Create, perform and produce across two vibrant sites: College Green and Bristol Beacon in the city centre. Your studio recording, practice and production sessions run at Bristol Beacon’s dedicated education suite (recording studio, practice rooms, Mac room and creative cubicles), while collaboration, theory and project work run at College Green. Studying in this transformed, world-class venue places you inside Bristol’s live music culture and a hub renowned for accessibility, acoustic excellence and major programming.

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Who is this course for?

Aspiring performers and producers who learn best by doing and want a strong, practical foundation in music creation and studio craft.

What you’ll learn

Performance and rehearsal technique, recording and mixing, composition and critical listening, music industry practice, contextual research, and a collaborative final project. You’ll also explore how AI-assisted tools and sustainable workflows can enhance creative output and responsible production.

Entry requirements

4 x GCSEs at 3 or above including maths and/or English or equivalent or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject.

Future career and study

Progress to the UAL Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma, creative apprenticeships, or entry-level roles across performance, festival production, Music, live sound, and content creation.

Additional costs

We provide basic art and digital resources, but additional materials may need to be purchased individually, including your own instrument if needed. The Learner Support Fund is available to help students from low-income households to help potential 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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