Music A Level
at Moulton School and Science College, Northampton · college
What the college says
A level Music provides opportunities for various kinds of musician from the intending career performer to the young person who simply enjoys listening to and performing all kinds of music. In all cases, a student choosing Music at this level will have recognised the value of the subject as a creative discipline with important academic and practical skills which can be stimulating, challenging, enjoyable and rewarding and lead to a number of career and higher education paths.
What you need to get on
General Entry Criteria: An APS (average GCSE point score) of greater than 4.5 drawn from all GCSE results (from a minimum of 6 entries). Either Maths Grade 4 and/or English Language or Literature Grade 4. Note: Only one BTEC or GCSE equivalent vocational course may be counted. ECDL or similar non-GCSE equivalent courses do not count for 6th Form entry. For Music you will also require a Grade 5 in GCSE Music and Grade 5 in an instrument.
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
Moulton School and Science College
Pound Lane Moulton, Northampton, NN3 7SD
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · Northampton
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