10 Aug 2020
Key Facts
Qualification purpose
Prepare for further learning or training and/or develop knowledge and/or skills in a subject area
Qualification Grading Type
Pass
Assessment Methods
Why choose this qualification?
These qualifications are intended to provide learners with a broad introduction to the music sector, equipping learners with underpinning knowledge and skills specific to the sector alongside a range of transferable employability skills. They are designed to support progression to further learning and ultimately to work in music or other related sectors.
The Skills for Music and Music Technology qualifications form part of our Suite of Skills qualifications that cover a number of sectors and are available at Level 1 and Level 2. The employability skills units are common across the suite, enabling easy transfer of credits between qualifications and supporting opportunities for cross-faculty working.
The qualifications have been developed with the support of a number of further education colleges, training providers and adult and community learning providers. They have been designed to be consistent with the principles for study programmes for 16-19 year olds but are also relevant, particularly in the case of the smaller qualifications, for adults including the unemployed. These qualifications are also suitable for pre 16 learners.
Changes to our “Skills for…” qualifications
The recent review of our Vocational qualifications has resulted in changes to qualifications in the Music and Music Technology sector that will come in to effect as of the 1st August 2020. Please refer to the new Skills for Music and Music Technology qualification specification or unit spreadsheet for further details.
Rules of Combination
Learners must complete the single mandatory unit from the Mandatory Group (M), totalling 3 credits. In addition, they must complete a minimum of 13 credits from Group O1 (Optional units - Music and Music Technology) and 9 further credits from either Group O1 or Group O2 (Optional units - Employability Skills, English and Maths). Learners cannot include more than one unit with the same or similar title.
Units
Learners must achieve the single mandatory unit totalling 3 credits.
Working in the Music Industry
Learners must complete a minimum of 13 credits from this group.
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Basic Music Theory
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Collaborative Composition
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Creating Harmony
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
DJing Skills
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Freelancing
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Live Sound Recording
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
MIDI and Audio Techniques
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
MIDI Sequencing and Software
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Multi-Track Audio Recording
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Music Arrangement
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Music Improvisation
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Music Marketing and Promotion
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Music Production and Remixing Techniques
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Music Rehearsal Skills
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Music Skills for Solo Performance
Musical Ensemble Skills
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Putting on a Music Event
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Song Writing Skills in Popular Music
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Sound and Audio Production Skills
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Using Aural Skills in Music
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Using the Internet as a Medium for Music
A maximum of 9 credits may be completed from group O2a, O2b and O2c.
A maximum of 9 credits may be completed from group O2a, O2b and O2c.
Applying for a Job
Career Planning
Communication skills for work
Conduct at Work
Customer service skills
Digital Skills for Work
Exploring Entrepreneurship
Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas
Health and Safety in the Workplace
Interview Skills
Introduction to Self-Employment
Making the Most of Work Placement
Negotiation Skills
Numeracy Skills for Work
Searching for a Job
Self-Management Skills for Work
Setting and Meeting Work-Related Targets
Skills for Creative Thinkers
Skills for Effective Participants
Skills for Independent Enquirers
Skills for Reflective Learners
Solving Work-Related Problems
Time Management
Working Safely
Working in a Team
Working with Colleagues
A maximum of 9 credits may be completed from group O2a, O2b and O2c.
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Engage in Discussion
Engage in Discussion
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Listen and Respond
Listen and Respond
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Read for Information
Read for Information
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Read for Purpose and Meaning
Read for Purpose and Meaning
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Speak to Communicate
Speak to Communicate
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Write Accurately
Write with Accuracy
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Write to Communicate
Write to Communicate
A maximum of 9 credits may be completed from group O2a, O2b and O2c.
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Making Calculations
Making Calculations
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Money, Time and Temperature
Money, Time and Temperature
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Numbers, Decimals, Fractions and Percentages
Using Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions and Percentages
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Numerical Relationships, Algebra and Ratios
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Using and Communicating Data
Using and Communicating Data
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Using Probability
Learners may choose 1 unit from this group.
Using Size, Shape and Measures
Using Size, Shape and Space
What is the purpose of this qualification?
This qualification provides a range of introductory skills, as well as core knowledge, relevant to the music industry, alongside generic employability skills which are needed both in the music industry and across other sectors.
What skills, knowledge, or understanding does this qualification develop?
Learners must complete the mandatory unit: Working in the Music Industry. Optional units include knowledge and skills relevant to different job roles in the sector (such as Music Arrangement, DJing skills, Music Marketing and Promotion) alongside generic employability skills (such as time-management and solving work-related problems).
How is this qualification different from other, similar qualifications?
This qualification is part of a suite which includes an Award, Certificate and Diploma. Learners should take the Certificate if they need a broad introduction to the sector, as well as more generic workplace skills, before progressing to employment (with further training where possible), to a level 2 Apprenticeship or to a Level 2 qualification, as illustrated in the target learner profiles provided above.
Progression & Entry Requirements
Learners do not need any prior qualifications or a specific level of attainment to take this qualification. It is available to learners of any age. Learners can progress to a Level 2 certificate or diploma in Music and Music Technology, including Gateway Qualifications’ Level 2 Certificate and Diploma in Skills for Music and Music Technology).Funding information
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Related Qualifications
- Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award In Skills for Music and Music Technology
- Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Diploma In Skills for Music and Music Technology
- Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Award in Skills for Music and Music Technology
- Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Music and Music Technology
- Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Music and Music Technology