Crafting leaders through music in every classroom
Is MLUK right for us?
MLUK can be studied and assessed in a school, college or with an independent training provider who has completed an initial quality assurance check and the centre approval process. The awards can be delivered as standalone certificates, or as part of a larger, more complex qualification.
Why choose MLUK?
MLUK will elevate your school’s music programme and empower your students through:
- curriculum innovation – from rap to indie, we’ll engage students with a syllabus that resonates and brings the music they love into the classroom
- leadership focus – our programme is not just about creating melodies – it nurtures leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving through the universal language of music
- improved accessibility for all – MLUK is crafted for every student and breaks down barriers to musical engagement by celebrating diversity and fostering inclusion
- real-world connections – linking with industry giants like Warner Chappell and Sony, we provide a curriculum that’s not just educational but that’s relevant and that paves the way for a career in the industry.
FAQs
MLL1 is aimed at key stage 3 and above pupils and is the first level in a suite of music leading awards which include levels 2 and 3 progressing to increased leadership responsibilities and more diverse contemporary music skills. The award can be studied and assessed in a school, college or with an independent training provider who has completed an initial quality assurance check and completed the centre approval process. The award can be delivered as a standalone certificate or as a part of a larger and more complex qualification.
A wide range of options including future employment in leadership and management roles, the creative sector, music making, music teaching, performance, technician, event management and many others.
The total award time is 30 hours, but only 15 hours of teaching contact time is required, the rest being covered by personal study, assignments and practice.
There is no external assessment. A series of worksheets can be provided to check knowledge and understanding, or teachers are at liberty to provide their own knowledge checks provided they meet the required outcomes. The final assessment will require internal verification by a tutor who has not been involved in the delivery of the award.
There is an overlap of over 50% between the learning outcomes of the MLL1 and the National Curriculum at Key Stage 3. Therefore the 15 hours of teaching contact time required for the achievement of MLL1 can be embedded into the 39 hours (approximately) of key stage 3 music delivery. Alternatively MLL1 can be delivered within the personal and social element of the curriculum, potentially as an enrichment activity, or outside of the school timetable.
MLL1 can be delivered by a teacher who has some musical ability but not necessarily a formal music teaching qualification.
A classroom is suitable for the delivery and assessment of the award and the requirements for music equipment will depend on the nature of the summative assessment pupils select. However, the award can be completed with no additional resource other than a classroom, for example if singing is selected for the final assessment.
Progression to MLL2, equivalent to Key Stage 4, is available if the combination of music and leadership has been an inspiration. Alternatively successful pupils may wish to study for music GCSE or work towards a leadership award or qualification. If none of these options are appropriate for the successful pupil, improvements in self-confidence and leadership skills can reap rewards in other parts of the curriculum.
MLL1 can be particularly relevant for SEN pupils in terms of confidence inducing and MLUK will make reasonable adjustments where necessary in relation to the assessment criteria for SEN pupils.
Yes most definitely as the units are flexible to adaptation and differing levels of ability.
FAQs
MLL1 is aimed at key stage 3 and above pupils and is the first level in a suite of music leading awards which include levels 2 and 3 progressing to increased leadership responsibilities and more diverse contemporary music skills. The award can be studied and assessed in a school, college or with an independent training provider who has completed an initial quality assurance check and completed the centre approval process. The award can be delivered as a standalone certificate or as a part of a larger and more complex qualification.
A wide range of options including future employment in leadership and management roles, the creative sector, music making, music teaching, performance, technician, event management and many others.
The total award time is 30 hours, but only 15 hours of teaching contact time is required, the rest being covered by personal study, assignments and practice.
There is no external assessment. A series of worksheets can be provided to check knowledge and understanding, or teachers are at liberty to provide their own knowledge checks provided they meet the required outcomes. The final assessment will require internal verification by a tutor who has not been involved in the delivery of the award.
There is an overlap of over 50% between the learning outcomes of the MLL1 and the National Curriculum at Key Stage 3. Therefore the 15 hours of teaching contact time required for the achievement of MLL1 can be embedded into the 39 hours (approximately) of key stage 3 music delivery. Alternatively MLL1 can be delivered within the personal and social element of the curriculum, potentially as an enrichment activity, or outside of the school timetable.
MLL1 can be delivered by a teacher who has some musical ability but not necessarily a formal music teaching qualification.
A classroom is suitable for the delivery and assessment of the award and the requirements for music equipment will depend on the nature of the summative assessment pupils select. However, the award can be completed with no additional resource other than a classroom, for example if singing is selected for the final assessment.
Progression to MLL2, equivalent to Key Stage 4, is available if the combination of music and leadership has been an inspiration. Alternatively successful pupils may wish to study for music GCSE or work towards a leadership award or qualification. If none of these options are appropriate for the successful pupil, improvements in self-confidence and leadership skills can reap rewards in other parts of the curriculum.
MLL1 can be particularly relevant for SEN pupils in terms of confidence inducing and MLUK will make reasonable adjustments where necessary in relation to the assessment criteria for SEN pupils.
Yes most definitely as the units are flexible to adaptation and differing levels of ability.