Leeds City College

Formed in 2009 from a three-way merger of Park Lane College, Leeds Thomas Danby College and Leeds College of Technology (expanded again in 2011 by absorbing Joseph Priestley College), now the largest FE college in Leeds, part of Luminate Education Group.

A BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music Production (course code 79213-01) is live and bookable: free for 16-18s, £1,417 for adult (19+) learners, covering Exploring Music, Professional Development, Self-promotion in the Music Industry, Music Production, Sound Engineering and a Music Project; entry needs 4 GCSEs grade 3+ including English or maths, plus an interview.

Progression continues onto the BTEC Extended Diploma in Music Production (course code 73872-01, 2 years including Top-up), free for 16-18 year olds, taught across two recording studios and three production suites at Quarry Hill, next to Leeds Playhouse and within walking distance of Leeds Conservatoire; the Extended Diploma's adult (19+) fee still isn't published: contact the college directly for a quote.

A more recent Ofsted inspection (4 February 2025, published March 2025) rated the college 'Good' overall, with 'Outstanding' specifically for Personal development and for Adult learning programmes.

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At a glance

Price: From Free (16-18)
Location: Quarry Hill Campus, Leeds
Subjects: Music production, Sound engineering
Formats: Diploma
Established: 2009
Accreditation: None published

Course structure

The formats Leeds City College sells, and how long each one runs.

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music Production	1 year, free 16-18 / £1,417 for adults
BTEC Extended Diploma in Music Production	2 years incl. Top-up, free 16-18 / adult fee on enquiry

Worth knowing

Formed in 2009 from a three-way merger of Park Lane College, Leeds Thomas Danby College and Leeds College of Technology; expanded again in 2011 by absorbing Joseph Priestley College's three sites.
Ofsted's most recent inspection (4 February 2025, published 27 March 2025) rated the college 'Good' overall, with 'Outstanding' for Personal development and for Adult learning programmes.

Frequently asked

What does Leeds City College cost?

Leeds City College's prices start from Free (16-18), correct as of our last check.

Where is Leeds City College based?

Leeds City College is based at Quarry Hill Campus, Leeds.

What does Leeds City College teach?

Leeds City College teaches Music production, Sound engineering, in these formats: Diploma.

Is Leeds City College accredited?

Leeds City College does not publish any formal accreditation or certification claims.

When was Leeds City College founded?

Leeds City College was established in 2009.

Sources

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