RSL Level 2 Diploma in Music and Audio Production

This is a hands-on, technical course in a wide range of disciplines centred around Music and Audio Production. We use state-of-the-art equipment to give you the best possible skills and experience. We have industry standard hardware such as analogue and digital mixing desks, and a range of professional quality microphones from professional brands like Shure and AKG.

The course offers valuable experience which sets you on a career-focused trajectory through work experience and practical study. Students at Blackburn College run live music events, recording sessions, practical equipment demonstrations, and even network with local record labels and professionals within the industry.

From the ins and outs of studio recording to podcast and collaborative music production, you’ll learn how to use industry-standard digital audio workstations, and audio effects, to shape the music and audio that surrounds us. You will discover a broad range of music-related careers beyond performing, along with key considerations and practices for setting up and managing live music events.

You won’t just be studying the industry, you’ll be in it – attending and hosting your own external music events, visiting professional studios, and networking directly with guest experts who are actively shaping the local music industry.

If you want to build the skills to produce, the knowledge to lead in a studio setting, and to experience the modern music industry, this is where it starts.

On the Level 2 Diploma, you will dive into the vibrant world of the music industry, exploring a wide range of career pathways while gaining hands-on experience in our professional recording studio. You will learn the key considerations and practices for setting up and managing live music events and equipment, as well as learning how to use industry-standard digital audio workstations to produce music, podcasts and audio.

By the end of the year, you will showcase your growing production skills by working collaboratively to compose music inspired by your influences, and who you look up to within the industry.

Throughout the course, you will benefit from dedicated enrichment hours, giving you the opportunity to refine your instrumental skills, prepare for upcoming projects, access performance and live event management opportunities with Sunbird Records, and get ready for progression to Level 3 study and beyond.

A minimum of Four GCSEs at grade 3.

Following your application, you will be invited to an interview where we will discuss your suitability for the course and review any evidence of music performance or music production you may have.

Students studying Music and Audio Production will be assessed through coursework and practical assessments/submissions.

Progress to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music and Audio Production.