A Level Music
at Oldfield School, Bath · school or sixth form
What the college says
You would be well suited to studying music at A level if you: — enjoy playing your musical instrument and participate in extra-curricular activities — wish to develop and deepen your understanding of music and its context — want to explore music by creating your own compositions.
What you need to get on
Grade 6 at Music GCSE or grade 5 instrumental standard. Due to the demanding nature of the course, students need to undertake five hours of unsupervised work each week in addition to the formal lessons; this is particularly relevant to practical coursework and performance-based tasks.
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
Oldfield School Sixth Form
Kelston Road, Bath, BA1 9AB
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Bath
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