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GCE A-Level in Music

at Ashby School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is well suited to students who are passionate about music, whether as performers, composers or keen listeners, and who want to deepen their musical knowledge and creativity. Learners develop practical performance and composition skills alongside the ability to analyse and evaluate music from a wide range of genres, styles and historical periods. The course encourages critical listening, musical interpretation and creative expression, while building confidence, discipline and collaboration. Students gain valuable transferable skills in communication, problem-solving and independent study, providing strong preparation for higher education and careers in music, the creative industries and related fields.

What you need to get on

For all Sixth Form courses, students must have five GCSE (or equivalent) passes at Grades 9-4, which must include Mathematics and English Language/Literature at a Grade 4 or above. To study Music at A level, students should have a Grade 4 in GCSE Music and/or have achieved Grade 5 standard in performance and the ability to read music.

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

  • Ashby School 6th Form Campus

    ASHBY SCHOOL NOTTINGHAM ROAD, ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH, LE65 1DT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · ASHBY-DE-LA-ZOUCH

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