BTEC Nationals Music Performance (2018)
Specification
Designed to provide learners with an introduction to the sector with a focus on performance. Supports progression to higher education or employment when taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Music Performance
Qualification number: 603/3027/2
Guided learning hours: 180
First teaching: September 2018
First external assessment: 2019
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2023,2024,2025)
Total qualification time: 260
Eligible for funding (England): 16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement;
Last registration: England - 31 Aug 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Aug 2026; Wales - 31 Aug 2026;
Designed to provide learners with a good introduction to the sector with a focus on performance, including musical skills development and professional practice. Supports progression to higher education or employment when taken alongside oth
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Music Performance
Qualification number: 601/7090/6
Guided learning hours: 360
First teaching: September 2018
First external assessment: 2019
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2023,2024,2025)
Total qualification time: 495
Eligible for funding (England): 16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement;
Last registration: England - 31 Aug 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Aug 2026; Wales - 31 Aug 2026;
Jeffery Hole
Music and Music Technology
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