The A-Level Music course builds on the core GCSE skills of listening, performing and composing. To be a strong candidate you do not necessarily need a GCSE in Music, but you do need to be able to perform on an instrument or in singing to grade 7 standard by March of the Upper 6th year. In addition, your knowledge of music theory needs to be at grade 5 standard. Music at this level is not simply about being able to perform well on an instrument; whilst this is an important element, the course is as academic as it is practical, seeking to develop balanced musicians who have a genuine passion for the subject.
An offer is conditional on attaining a minimum of Grade 4 in English and Mathematics at GCSE/IGCSE and a minimum of Grade 6 in the subjects applicants hope to study at A Level. To be a strong candidate you do not necessarily need a GCSE in Music, but you do need to be able to perform on an instrument or in singing to grade 7 standard by March of the Upper 6th year. In addition, your knowledge of music theory needs to be at grade 5 standard.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £28,092 - £43,311 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £21,465 - £29,760 |
| Address | Woodcote, Reading, RG8 0PJ |
The A-Level Music course builds on the core GCSE skills of listening, performing and composing. To be a strong candidate you do not necessarily need a GCSE in Music, but you do need to be able to perform on an instrument or in singing to grade 7 standard by March of the Upper 6th year. In addition, your knowledge of music theory needs to be at grade 5 standard. Music at this level is not simply about being able to perform well on an instrument; whilst this is an important element, the course is as academic as it is practical, seeking to develop balanced musicians who have a genuine passion for the subject.
An offer is conditional on attaining a minimum of Grade 4 in English and Mathematics at GCSE/IGCSE and a minimum of Grade 6 in the subjects applicants hope to study at A Level. To be a strong candidate you do not necessarily need a GCSE in Music, but you do need to be able to perform on an instrument or in singing to grade 7 standard by March of the Upper 6th year. In addition, your knowledge of music theory needs to be at grade 5 standard.