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Music

at The Broxbourne School, Broxbourne · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

COMPONENT 1: Performing Music Students are required to perform as soloists and/or as part of an ensemble. The repertoire can be chosen from any style and can be performed on any instrument. The expected standard of performance is around grade 7 and must be a minimum of eight minutes of material which will be recorded. Commitment to extra-curricular activities in school is essential. COMPONENT 2: Composing For the composition unit students are required to compose two pieces of music. One composition must be from either a list of briefs related to the areas of study, or a free composition. This composition carries 40 marks and must be at least four minutes in duration. The second composition must be from a list of briefs assessing compositional technique. It carries 20 marks and must be at least one minute in duration, unless the brief specifies a longer minimum duration. The total time across both submissions must be a minimum of six minutes. The briefs set by the exam board cover a spectrum of styles and cater for all tastes in music. The composition is to be completed in controlled, supervised conditions over the autumn and spring term and the technical study must be completed in April / early May. COMPONENT 3: Developing Musical Understanding This unit includes a written and a listening paper. It develops students understanding of how Music works through a study of 18 set works as well as unfamiliar pieces. This is the only end of unit exam in the A-level course and is two

What you need to get on

GCSE 6 in 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

  • The Broxbourne School

    High Road, Broxbourne, EN10 7DD

    EveningClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Broxbourne

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