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Music

at Sacred Heart Catholic High School, Newcastle Upon Tyne · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2024see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

"Music can change the world because it can change people" (Bono, 1983) Studying music gives you the opportunity to develop unique skills. You will study performance and improve your abilities in playing or singing. You will also develop skills in writing your own music. These creative and practical skills will be further enhanced through academic study of various aspects of music history. You will encounter many different musical genres including the Western Classical Tradition, Music for Media, Music for Theatre and Popular Music.

What you need to get on

An Average GCSE Point Score of 5 is required. Grade 4 in practical and grade 3 in theory, as well as GCSE grade 5 in English Language is required.

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

  • Sacred Heart Catholic High School

    Fenham Hall Drive, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 9YH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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