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Music

at Wood Green School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A level music aims to develop your understanding and experience of a wide range of music. You will be expected to perform, compose and study specific works in great detail. You will be encouraged to engage critically and creatively with a wide range of music and musical contexts and reflect on how music is used in the expression of personal and collective identities. The course will allow you to develop particular strengths and interests, encourage life-long learning and provide access to higher education and university degree courses in music and music-related subjects as well as other careers. Courses in Music range from performing, teaching, music administration and music publishing to music therapy and Music Technology as well as performing and orchestral management.

What you need to get on

Grade 5 or above in GCSE Music and at least Grade 5 standard on your instrument. We expect that students continue to take an active part in music-making; for example, Concert Band, Orchestra, Choir, in School and/or at County level.

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

  • Wood Green School

    Woodstock Road, Witney, OX28 1DX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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