Students who are interested in music in all its aspects. Those that have had involvement in school productions whether on stage/backstage/lighting or as a member of the band. Students who enjoy creating music from composition to performing as a soloist, and as part of a group, and those who enjoy learning about music and its development over time.
• 5+ GCSEs in grades 9-4 including a strong pass (grade 5) in English and maths • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. * The option to take 4 A’ Level courses will be made only in exceptional circumstances.
Students study four units, over two years; 2 are externally set and marked and 2 are internally marked. 3 units are mandatory and 1 is optional; the optional unit will be chosen to meet the requirements and skills of the cohort. Mandatory Units are as follows: • Practical Music Theory and Harmony - 90 credits (internal) • Professional Practice in the Music Industry - 90 credits (external) • Ensemble Music Performance - 120 credits (external) Optional units are worth 60 credits each, internally assessed and include: Composing Music; Music Performance Session Styles; Solo Performance; and Improvising Music. Each assessment is taken under specified conditions, then marked by Pearson and a grade is awarded. Learners are permitted to re-sit external assessments during their programme. Each assessment is taken under specified conditions, then marked by Pearson and a grade is awarded. Learners are permitted to re-sit external assessments during their programme. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and aims to provide a coherent course of study covering both performance and the music industry.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Queens Park Road, Handbridge, Chester, CH4 7AE |
Students who are interested in music in all its aspects. Those that have had involvement in school productions whether on stage/backstage/lighting or as a member of the band. Students who enjoy creating music from composition to performing as a soloist, and as part of a group, and those who enjoy learning about music and its development over time.
• 5+ GCSEs in grades 9-4 including a strong pass (grade 5) in English and maths • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. * The option to take 4 A’ Level courses will be made only in exceptional circumstances.
Students study four units, over two years; 2 are externally set and marked and 2 are internally marked. 3 units are mandatory and 1 is optional; the optional unit will be chosen to meet the requirements and skills of the cohort. Mandatory Units are as follows: • Practical Music Theory and Harmony - 90 credits (internal) • Professional Practice in the Music Industry - 90 credits (external) • Ensemble Music Performance - 120 credits (external) Optional units are worth 60 credits each, internally assessed and include: Composing Music; Music Performance Session Styles; Solo Performance; and Improvising Music. Each assessment is taken under specified conditions, then marked by Pearson and a grade is awarded. Learners are permitted to re-sit external assessments during their programme. Each assessment is taken under specified conditions, then marked by Pearson and a grade is awarded. Learners are permitted to re-sit external assessments during their programme. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and aims to provide a coherent course of study covering both performance and the music industry.