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Music A Level

at Darrick Wood School, Orpington · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The course extends performing, composing and listening skills developed throughout Key Stage 3 and at GCSE level.

What you need to get on

5 in a written subject 5 in Music Grade 4-5 on an instrument/voice; to have the capacity to achieve Grade 6 by March of Year 13 Where you do not have a GCSE Music qualification a good pass in Grade 5 theory will be considered alongside your performance skills. All students must continue with individual vocal/instrumental lessons throughout their A level studies.

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

  • Darrick Wood Sixth Form

    LOVIBONDS AVENUE, ORPINGTON, BR6 8ER

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · ORPINGTON

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