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A Level in Music

at Ulverston Victoria High School, Ulverston · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2025see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Students do not need to have taken the subject at GCSE (although it does help) but do need to have an active interest in contrasting musical styles. The course includes studying a selection of music from 1600 to present day in variety of genres, two set works from each of - Vocal Music, Film Music, Fusion, Instrumental Music, Pop & Jazz, New Directions. Students will also develop higher level composing skills in a variety of mediums and as well as their broadening their overall knowledge and understanding of the development of musical styles. Students are also expected to take an active role in the busy life of the school, further enhancing their appreciation of music and gaining responsibility. The internationally renowned Wind and Swing Bands give regular performances throughout the region as well as touring abroad. There are a lot of smaller ensembles which allow senior students to hone their skills and responsibilities in a wider variety of performing contexts, including the student-run Jazz Combo and primary instrumental teaching which provides paid, freelance experiences to those involved.

What you need to get on

Instrumental/vocal performance standard equivalent to post-Grade 5 and at least a basic knowledge of notation at beginning of the course.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Ulverston Victoria Sixth Form

    Springfield Road, Ulverston, LA12 0EB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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