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Music

at King Edward Vi Grammar School, Chelmsford, Chelmsford · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

SKILLS/APTITUDES NEEDED TO SUCCEED: Essential: At least Grade 5 standard (Associated Board, Trinity Guildhall or Rockschool) on an instrument. Grade 5 theory. Music A level is only 30% practical and has significant theoretical and analytical demands. A total commitment to extra-curricular musical activities. A Level candidates are expected to be members of the choir and any other ensemble relevant to their instrument. Desirable: A good pass at GCSE Music; Membership of ensembles outside school.

What you need to get on

The requirements for admission into Year 12 are: 1. An average GCSE/IGCSE points score of at least 6.4375 across the best eight subjects. This will be calculated as follows:  Reformed GCSEs (graded 9 to 1) will score according to the grade, i.e. a grade 7 would score 7 points for KEGS admission purposes.  Unreformed GCSEs (graded A* to G) will score as follows: A* =8.5 points, A = 7 points, B = 5.5 points, C = 4 points.  AS B grade or above = 8.5 points and FSMQ Additional Mathematics B grade or above = 8.5 points. 2. Reformed grade 6 or higher must be achieved in GCSE Mathematics and English (whether or not these subjects are being followed to A Level). 3. A suitably high GCSE grade, usually A or reformed grade 7 or better, in each chosen subject of study. 4. Reformed grade 4 or higher must be achieved at GCSE in a modern foreign language. 5. There need to be available places in the

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

  • King Edward VI Grammar School

    Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 3SX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 30 August 2026 · Chelmsford

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