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Music A Level

at Sir John Lawes School, Harpenden · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

You will further your understanding of musical styles and develop your skills in Composition and Performance. The study of set works looks at music in its context and compares and contrasts the development of musical styles over time - from Western Classical traditions to modern pop, including music from different countries and cultures around the world. A level Music will challenge you, inspire you and hopefully make you think a little differently about music and its relationship to our world.

What you need to get on

Expected to achieve grade 6 or above in GCSE Music and be grade 5 level on your instrument or voice. Would consider students if they have passed or are working towards grade 5 Theory. All students must have an APS of 4.5 or above.

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

  • Sir John Lawes School

    Manland Way, Harpenden, AL5 4QP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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