A Level Music
at St Bede'S Catholic College · college
What the college says
The A-level music specification enables students to enhance their knowledge and understanding of music, to create and develop their own musical ideas and to demonstrate technical and interpretive skills through performing music. This course builds on the knowledge and skills gained from GCSE music and/or musical experience gained outside the classroom. The A-level music programme provides a sound preparation for the study of music in higher education, as well as providing opportunities to develop strengths and interests leading to music-related careers.
What you need to get on
5 GSCE Grade 9-5 with Maths and English 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
ST BEDE'S CATHOLIC COLLEGE
ST. BEDES RC SCHOOL LONG CROSS, BRISTOL, BS11 0SU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · BRISTOL
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