A Level

A-Level - Music Performing

  • Academic Year: 25/26
  • College 16+
  • Crewe Campus

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The Course

This certificate is a 30-credit qualification. Learners will work with the College record label and the in-house local radio station to develop their skills for professional employment in the music industry.

Tutors on the course offer their professional expertise to deliver a largely practical performance focus including: rehearsal, live performance and technical development, whilst providing essential grounding in theoretical elements.

There are no formal examinations on this course but you will be expected to complete some formative testing.  Learners will be expected to complete a portfolio of work that demonstrates their skills as a performer.

The Level 3 Certificate will provide skills in:

  • Solo music performance
  • Working and developing as an ensemble
  • Developing music performance techniques

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Five GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above, including a combination of Grade 3/4 or higher in Maths and English. Level 3 learners who do not achieve a Grade 4 in both English and Maths will continue to study this subject as part of their Study Programme.
Progression onto a Subsidiary Diploma (equivalent to one A Level) in your second year of study will extend your specialist knowledge and develop practical skills required in the creative music industry. Alternatively, the qualification offers UCAS points like any other A Level for progression onto Higher Education.

Adults can enrol for FREE

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you’re aged 19+ you’ll more than likely be eligible to enrol onto an adult course for FREE.
Take a look and get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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Starts : September 2nd, 2025
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FULLY FUNDED ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our FREE adult courses.

When exploring the courses we have available, you may see a fee attached but you’re more than likely to be eligible for a fully-funded enrolment!
Take a look and get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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