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Higher National Certificate - HNC

Music - South Tyneside College

Tyne Coast College

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A GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject. This profile is likely to be supported by GCSE grades A* to C (or equivalent), and/or 9 to 4 (or equivalent) in subjects such as maths and English

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What this course is about

UCAS code: MUS1

Here's what Tyne Coast College says about its Music - South Tyneside College course.

The BTEC Higher National qualifications in Music are aimed at students wanting to continue their education through applied learning. Higher Nationals provide a wide-ranging study of music and are designed for students who wish to pursue or advance their career in music. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin the study of the music industry, Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Music give students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training.

Progression Opportunities - Students can progress from the General pathway at Level 4 to HND Music (Session Musician pathway).

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Course details

Qualification

Higher National Certificate - HNC

Department

Music, Media and Performing Arts

Location

South Tyneside College | South Shields

Duration

1 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Music

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£6,355 per year (provisional)
Scotland£6,355 per year (provisional)
Wales£6,355 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£6,355 per year (provisional)

The modules you will study

Unit 1 The Music Industry Unit 2 Marketing and Promotion for Musicians Unit 3 Professional Development Unit 13 Recording Technology Unit 21 The Evolution of the Instrument Unit 22 Applied Music Theory Unit 23 Performance Unit 24 Instrumental Technique

How you will be assessed

Assessment involves a variety of methods, including case studies, observations or practical work, assignments, time-constrained assessments, and work-based projects. All outcomes of your program are evaluated, and each unit will be graded as pass, merit, or distinction. A pass is awarded for meeting all specified assessment criteria, while merit and distinction grades are given for higher-level achievements.

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