A-level Music covers three areas of study:

The Western Classical Tradition, Rock and Pop or Musical Theatre or Jazz, and Into the 20th Century or Into the 21st Century. Lessons will involve class work with practical activities where appropriate. There will be opportunities for students to work together, and also to complete long-term coursework projects.

The course is split into three areas – performing, composing and appraising. Students can choose to specialise in performing or composing which will change the weighting of these two components of the course, which are both externally assessed. Appraising consists of an end of course exam with questions on the areas of study. Music A level is an excellent preparation for progression to any musical HE route and is also an excellent complementary subject for scientific or humanity subjects. It equips students with a broad range of skills that universities and employers value highly.

Entry requirements

A grade 6 in Music or Grade 5 Theory/Instrumental.