Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This two-year duration and deep focus of the Higher National Diploma at DCFE often leads to stronger connections with industry professionals and organisations. This first-year program focuses on building instrumental technique, songwriting skills, and stage confidence through regular live performances and creative workshops. In second year, Students master musical direction and studio technology, culminating in a professional portfolio that demonstrates their readiness for a career as an authentic, self-directed artist.
Certificate in
Year One
– Pearson International Higher National Certificate in Music (Performance)
Year Two
– Pearson International Higher National Diploma in Music (Artist Development)
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Year One
Applied Music Theory
Instrumental Techniques
Marketing and Promotion
Music Production Fundamentals
Performance
Professional Development
Songwriting
The Music Industry
Year Two
Advanced Composition Techniques
Advanced Performance Skills
Creative Portfolio
Creative Research Project
Developing as an Artist
Live Arrangement Skills
Musical Direction in Practice
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, the performing arts or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Further Research
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Career Progression
This Higher National Diploma in Music program opens up a world of exciting and diverse career paths for aspiring music professionals. With this qualification, you will be well-prepared to explore a multitude of roles in the music industry.