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A Level Music

at Walton High, Milton Keynes · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course extends the GCSE skills of Performing, Composing and Appraising in ways that emphasise their interdependence. There are no limits on the instruments (or voices) and types of repertoire which may be presented in performance and the study of the widest possible range of music, including folk, popular and classical traditions of non-Western origin as well as those of jazz and Western classical and popular traditions, is encouraged. You do not have to have studied GCSE music but you will need to be proficient on your instrument to at least Grade 3/4 standard and be regularly performing. An understanding of music theory to Grade 3 is also advisable. Year 12 and 13 are taught together to enable full ensemble performances to be delivered.

What you need to get on

Our entry requirements are five grades awarded 9–5 at GCSE/L2 merit or above at BTEC/CTEC equivalent including a minimum of GCSE Grade 5 or above in English & Maths. In addition, some subjects require a GCSE Grade 6 or above in specific entry requirements (see pages 12 and 13). For the A level programme a level 2 BTEC/CTEC Merit counts as an equivalent GCSE Grade 5.

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

  • Walton High

    Fyfield Barrow Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes, MK7 7WH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Milton Keynes

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