AQA's specification has been designed to offer an innovative and exciting programme of musical study and aims to develop musical skills and understanding through the study of music. Students will study a broad curriculum of music ranging from the 17th century to the present day. Like the GCSE, there are three main areas of study: Component 1: AppraisingMusic This component is made up of several Areas of Study (numbered 1-7). Students must study Area of Study 1 (A0S1), and choose two others from AoS 2-7. These areas provide the focus for students to demonstrate their understanding of musical elements, contexts and language. Each AoS has a particular set of works attached to it which students will study in depth. Students also need to be able to listen critically to and appraise unfamiliar works from the same AoS. Component 1 is assessed through a listening exam (written) and is worth 40% of the A Level. Component 2: Performance (solo and/or ensemble) Students must perform for a minimum of 10 minutes as a soloist and/or in an ensemble context. This component is worth 35% of the A Level. The performance component is marked out of 50, and several assessment grids are used to arrive at a final mark. Component 3: Composition Students must submit two compositions: one to a brief and the other freely composed. Each is marked out of 25. Both compositions combined need to be at least 42 minutes long. The component is worth 25% of the A Level and is marked externally. Both compositions need to demonstrate technical control and the use of appropriate musical elements.
Offers will be conditional on reaching the required minimum grade in the GCSE subjects students plan to pursue at A Level. In addition, students will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or IGCSEs) in Grade 6 and above, including Maths and English Language as a requirement to join our Sixth Form. Please note that we will need to see confirmation of exam results upon their publication. • At least Grade 5 standard on your main instrument or voice, but preferably Grade 6 or higher. • Committed to taking lessons in your main instrument or voice for the duration of the course, whether in or out of school. • Committed to participating in an extra-curricular music ensemble.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Ealing |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £15,570 - £20,844 |
| Address | Hillcrest Road, Ealing, London, W5 2JL |
AQA's specification has been designed to offer an innovative and exciting programme of musical study and aims to develop musical skills and understanding through the study of music. Students will study a broad curriculum of music ranging from the 17th century to the present day. Like the GCSE, there are three main areas of study: Component 1: AppraisingMusic This component is made up of several Areas of Study (numbered 1-7). Students must study Area of Study 1 (A0S1), and choose two others from AoS 2-7. These areas provide the focus for students to demonstrate their understanding of musical elements, contexts and language. Each AoS has a particular set of works attached to it which students will study in depth. Students also need to be able to listen critically to and appraise unfamiliar works from the same AoS. Component 1 is assessed through a listening exam (written) and is worth 40% of the A Level. Component 2: Performance (solo and/or ensemble) Students must perform for a minimum of 10 minutes as a soloist and/or in an ensemble context. This component is worth 35% of the A Level. The performance component is marked out of 50, and several assessment grids are used to arrive at a final mark. Component 3: Composition Students must submit two compositions: one to a brief and the other freely composed. Each is marked out of 25. Both compositions combined need to be at least 42 minutes long. The component is worth 25% of the A Level and is marked externally. Both compositions need to demonstrate technical control and the use of appropriate musical elements.
Offers will be conditional on reaching the required minimum grade in the GCSE subjects students plan to pursue at A Level. In addition, students will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or IGCSEs) in Grade 6 and above, including Maths and English Language as a requirement to join our Sixth Form. Please note that we will need to see confirmation of exam results upon their publication. • At least Grade 5 standard on your main instrument or voice, but preferably Grade 6 or higher. • Committed to taking lessons in your main instrument or voice for the duration of the course, whether in or out of school. • Committed to participating in an extra-curricular music ensemble.