GCE A Level in Music
at Cedars Upper School, Leighton Buzzard · school or sixth form
What the college says
Students who wish to continue to develop their musical skills from GCSE, such as performance and composition, while furthering their musical knowledge of film and classical music.
What you need to get on
Music Grade 6 and Grade 5+ instrumental standard
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
Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
Mentmore Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2AE
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Leighton Buzzard
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