For aspiring, rappers, mc's, singers, songwriters, poets, spoken word artists (16-25 years old FUNDED SPACES)
This CPD Accredited course will provide you with everything you need to help improve your songwriting and performance skills. Build confidence and resilience, as you build your artist identity over the 12 weeks.
The From MC to Lyricist / Songwriter programme is a 12-week structured creative and personal development course that blends professional music training with confidence, mindset, and wellbeing support.
The course is trauma-informed, inclusive, and learner-centred, supporting participants to develop their creative skills while building self-belief, emotional resilience, and a clearer sense of direction within the music industry.
COURSE AIMS
By the end of the programme, learners will:
Understand the fundamentals of MCing, lyric writing, and performance
Develop confidence using their voice and performing in front of others
Write and structure original lyrics using rhythm and flow
Improve timing, delivery, and mic technique
Gain tools to manage anxiety and self-doubt
Develop self-awareness, reflection, and creative identity
Gain a basic understanding of professional pathways within music
TEACHING & LEARNING METHODS
Practical studio-based exercises
Group discussion and collaboration
Guided performance and recording
Reflective journaling and wellbeing activities
Tutor feedback and structured peer feedback
Weekly mindset and wellbeing sessions
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Tutor observation
Practical performance tasks
Lyric writing exercises
Learner self-reflection
Before & After Impact Assessment
There are no exams.
BUSINESS BASICS & NEXT STEPS
Creative Focus:
Final performance or presentation
Constructive feedback and reflection
Business Focus:
Personal artist development plan
Introduction to branding and online presence
Goal-setting (short, medium, long term)
Understanding next steps in music or creative careers
Wellbeing Focus (Integration):
Reflection, confidence, and future vision
Outcome: Learners leave with increased confidence, clarity, and an understanding of how to move forward creatively and professionally.
CERTIFICATION & PROGRESSION
Upon completion, learners receive:
Certificate of Completion
CPD-aligned learning record
Tutor feedback and progression guidance
PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE
