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A Level Music

at Bede Academy, Blyth · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A Level Music is an incredible academic and challenging subject but, if you love music, it is the course for you. A Level Music encompasses every aspect of being a good musician from performing and designing the optimum programme, to composing and analysing music. In addition to being an accomplished performer, composer and practical musician, you should also be interested in studying the history of music from a range of periods and styles. There is a range of Higher Education courses along with careers in the music industry such as Military Musician, Music Teacher, Performer, and Music Technician. Universities value students who can participate in their ensembles.

What you need to get on

• 5 GCSEs grades A* - C/9 to 4 including English and Mathematics • Grade 7 in GCSE Music is desirable • Grade 5 and above in any musical instrument or performance • Grade 5 and above in theory

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

Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Blyth

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