GCE A Level in Music
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for. It is approved for 16 to 18 study, so it can be taken as part of a study programme.
147 providers teach this exact qualification.
South East28
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College
Eastleigh · 72 weeks
They ask for: http://www.barton-peveril.ac.uk/
Bexhill-On-Sea · 2 years
They ask for: At least 5 GCSEs graded 9-5 including English or Maths at grade 4 or above. Grade 5 in an instrument/voice. Students without Grade 5 Theory will need to underta
Bishop Luffa School, Chichester
2 years
They ask for: We ask that students wishing to study A-level courses have a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, with either a grade 6 or above in the subjects they wish
Their versionFreeBrighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College
Hove · 72 weeks
They ask for: 4 in English Language GCSE and 6 in Music GCSE if taken AND Grade 5 standard on main instrument/voice. If you believe you are Grade 5 or above on your instrumen
Their version£1,134Burford · 2 years
They ask for: The minimum entry requirements for students are the best 8 GCSE grades, totalling 38 or higher. For example, two Grade 6s, two Grade 5s, and four Grade 4s. In a
Their versionFreeDartford Grammar School For Girls
2 years
They ask for: All students joining Year 12 will have achieved: • A minimum of 52 points over 8 GCSE subjects; • A minimum of grade 5 in Mathematics and English Language or En
Didcot · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 6 in Music (or performing to at least a strong Instrumental/Vocal Grade 5 standard if you haven’t studied GCSE Music)
Their versionFreeAmersham · 18 months
They ask for: See Website for further details
Woking · 1 year
They ask for: Minimum sixth form entry requirements of five GCSE grades 9-5 including grade 5 in English & Mathematics. Subject criteria: GCSE grade 6 in Music plus minimum g
Their versionFreeGravesend · 2 years
They ask for: Students are recommended to have achieved a level 6 in GCSE Music or similar
Their versionFreeMarlow · 2 years
They ask for: Students should have achieved at least a 6 in GCSE Music and be able to play pieces of the equivalent standard of Grade 6.
Their versionFreeLeatherhead · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE grade 5 in Music
Their versionFreeMaidstone · 24 months
They ask for: Students achieving a minimum of at least six GCSEs (9 5) of which at least four are at a grade 6 (or equivalent). In addition, students must meet subject entry
Their versionFreeBasingstoke · 2 years
They ask for: Please see website
Their versionFreeSir Joseph Williamson'S Mathematical School
Rochester · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 or higher in GCSE music, Grade 5 / 6 on an instrument or voice and fluency at reading both the treble or bass clefs. You will be required to perform to
Their versionFreeDidcot · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 6 in Music (or performing to at least a strong Instrumental/Vocal Grade 5 standard if you haven’t studied GCSE Music)
Their versionFreeSt John The Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking
2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeMilton Keynes · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum 34 points including a minimum of Grade 4 in English. Students who have not studied GCSE Music will be considered with equivalent qualifications: this co
St Wilfrid'S Catholic Comprehensive School, Crawley
Crawley · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music Grade 5+ and the ability to read stave notation fluently. You should be a minimum of Grade 5 standard or equivalent on your chosen instrument of stud
Their versionFreeHigh Wycombe · 2 years
They ask for: Music GCSE 6, English Language GCSE 4, Maths GCSE 4 This course is the be taken with 2 other Level 3 courses to complete a full time programme of study for two
Their versionFreeTonbridge · 2 years
They ask for: A/7 at GCSE Music or grade 4 on your chosen instrument/voice.
Their versionFreeRochester · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 or higher in GCSE Music. Fluency reading treble and bass clef and navigating scores is essential. Grade 5 or higher performance in voice or instrument,
Their versionFreeThe Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe
High Wycombe · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 7 in Music and strong commitment to extra-curricular music at RGS
Their versionFreeThe Sixth Form College Farnborough
2 years
They ask for: To access A level courses students will have mostly achieved grade 5s (or higher) across their GCSEs. You should have evidence of Grade 5 Music Theory knowledge
Their versionFreeBanbury · 24 months
They ask for: GCSE Music grade 6 or above, English grade 5 or above, minimum of grade 5 on standard instrument or voice
Their versionFreeWallingford · 24 months
They ask for: Music GCSE Grade 6 or above. Grade 5 Theory would be useful
Their versionFreeWarlingham · 2 years
They ask for: In addition to the general entry requirements for Warlingham Sixth Form, Grade 5 or above in GCSE Music, ABRSM (or equivalent) Grade 4 or above on one instrumen
Their versionFreeBillingshurst · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grades 9-4 Grade 6 standard performance by the end of the course. GCSE Music an advantage but not essential.
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Bournemouth · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeCheltenham · 24 months
They ask for: Students must have achieved a grade 6 or above at GCSE and have theoretical skills equivalent to grade 5 or above and performance skills of grade 4 or above. It
Chipping Campden · 2 years
They ask for: General entry requirements are: Five grade 5s at GCSE, including GCSE English Language or GCSE English literature and GCSE Maths. Subject specific entry require
Their versionFreeChurchill Academy & Sixth Form
Winscombe · 2 years
They ask for: Standard Sixth Form entry (3 GCSEs at Grade 5 and 2 GCSEs at Grade 4) plus Grade 6 in GCSE Music and approximately Grade 5 in a suitable performance instrument
Cheltenham · 22 months
They ask for: Students should have achieved a grade 5 in Music GCSE and should be of approximately grade 5/6 standard on at least one instrument or voice (although actual exa
Their versionFreeClevedon · 2 years
They ask for: At the end of Year 11, have secured a minimum of a grade 4 in Maths and English Language/Literature and at least a grade B or grade 5/6 (B) at GCSE in the subje
Devonport High School For Boys
Plymouth · 2 years
They ask for: You should have a Grade 5 or 6 in GCSE Music. It would be good if you are able to read standard notation fluently and play an instrument or sing to at least Gra
Their versionFreeExeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 165 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Christchurch · 2 years
They ask for: Min 6 GCSE's inc. Ma & Eng
Chard · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeStroud · 2 years
They ask for: Course Entry Requirements: Students are required to achieve at least a Grade 6 at GCSE level Music. All are expected to have achieved a level of performing on o
Their versionFreeBath · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 at Music GCSE or grade 5 instrumental standard. Due to the demanding nature of the course, students need to undertake five hours of unsupervised work ea
Their versionFreeCheltenham · 24 months
They ask for: 57 Points from Best 8 GCSE subjects (where 9, 8, 7, 6 etc and A* = 8.5, A = 7, B = 5.5, C = 4) Requirements: Pupils must gain a Grade A in Music at GCSE in orde
Their versionFreeCrediton · 2 years
They ask for: Ideally you need either a Level 4 (or above) at GCSE or a BTEC Level 2 pass (or above), in Music. If you have not taken music at this level, it may still be pos
Their versionFreeSouth Dartmoor Community College
Newton Abbot · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeSt Mary Redcliffe and Temple School
Bristol · 22 months
They ask for: See prospectus
St Peter'S Catholic Comprehensive School
Bournemouth · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music Grade 6 or extensive portfolio evidence of current musical performance, interests and composition work. Combines well with: Irrespective of whether y
Their versionFreeStroud · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 or above at GCSE level Music. You should be able to read music notation fluently (both treble and bass clefs) plus have an understanding of basic harmon
Their versionFreeWells · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grade 4+ and a grade 5 or above in Music GCSE.
Their versionFreeCheltenham · 18 months
They ask for: Grade 7 in GCSE Music. Students must also have or be working towards Grade 5 on at least one instrument (which could include voice).
Their versionFreeSherborne · 2 years
They ask for: Five or more GCSEs, with one at 5 or above in Music, plus four at 4 or above including English and Maths
Their versionFreeTrowbridge · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music at grade 5 or above. If GCSE Music hasn't been taken, grade 5or above in theory and practical music exams.
Their versionFreeTorquay · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE grade 7 in Music
Their versionFreeTruro · 2 years
They ask for: To study this course you will need five GCSEs at grade 5 and grade 6 in an English subject. A grade V in a Music Performance exam (or the ability to perform at
East of England21
Chelmsford County High School For Girls
Chelmsford · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreePotters Bar · 18 months
They ask for: You do not need Music GCSE to take the A level, but it is advisable. If you have taken the GCSE you are required to have achieved at least a grade 6. If you hav
Their versionFreeDownham Market · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at 5 or above, including English Language or Lit, and maths
Their versionFreeEast Norfolk Sixth Form College
Great Yarmouth · 12 months
They ask for: Completion of AS level.
Their versionFreeBuntingford · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSEs grade 4 (C) or above including English.
Their versionFreeEye · 2 years
They ask for: see our prospectus for details
Their versionFreeNorwich · 2 years
They ask for: Our core entry requirements are six or more GCSEs at grade 5, and at least a 5 in English and mathematics, although retake courses are offered. You will also ne
Their versionFreeIpswich · 2 years
They ask for: 6 GCSE/BTEC passes at Level 4 or above. It is desirable to achieve a Level 5 or above in this subject at GCSE (or a related subject). Ideally you should be of a
Their versionFreeKings Langley · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 5 in Music. It is recommended that students are Grade 5 standard in performance and music theory.
Their versionFreeBury St. Edmunds · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE Grade C/4
Ipswich · 360 hours
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeWare · 2 years
They ask for: Please contact Presdales for further details.
Harpenden · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 or above in GCSE Music and the ability to perform Grade 5+
Their versionFreeSandy · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeSimon Balle All-Through School
Hertford · 2 years
They ask for: Average Points Score of 5.0 in best 8 Full Course GCSEs. In addition to Maths, English GCSE grade 4.
Their versionFreeSir Isaac Newton Sixth Form Free School
Norwich · 2 years
They ask for: Our core entry requirements are six or more GCSEs at grade 5, and at least a 5 in English and mathematics, although retake courses are offered. You will also ne
Their versionFreeKing's Lynn · 2 years
They ask for: To gain a place in the Sixth Form all students will ideally have at least grade 4 in both an English and Maths and at least three other GCSEs, or Level 2 qualif
St. Albans · 2 years
They ask for: Students are required to achieve a 5 or above at GCSE Music to be eligible to join the course. Performance is a required component so the ability to play an ins
Their versionFreeSt. Ives · 2 years
They ask for: General entry requirements available in the St Ivo Academy Sixth Form Prospectus. If music studied at GCSE grade 5+. If not studied ABRSM grade 5 theory and sub
Westcliff High School For Girls
Westcliff-On-Sea · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music grade 6 minimum, at least Grade 5 standard on one instrument and a good understanding of music theory and notation. BTEC Music qualifications at Dist
Their versionFreeWymondham · 2 years
They ask for: Standard entry requirement is 38 points from 8 GCSE subjects (eg Grade 8 = 8 points) with at least a Grade 4 in English and Mathematics. Students need to gain a
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Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School
London · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music or Grade 5 Theory or Grade 6 Instrument/Voice. If you do not meet the above requirements places will be considered on a case by case basis
Uxbridge · 2 years
They ask for: It is useful to have taken Music at GCSE level, but this is not essential, as long as you can already play a musical instrument and are able to read music to gr
Their versionFreeWesterham · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreePinner · 18 months
They ask for: 5 Grade 5-9 including English and Maths
2 years
They ask for: A minimum of six GCSE at grade 5 or above including Mathematics and English Language. A minimum of grade 6 in GCSE Music is required.
Their versionFreeLondon · 18 months
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeLondon · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeLondon · 18 months
They ask for: Grade 6 at GCSE music and grade 5 on first instrument
Their versionFreeQueen Elizabeth'S Girls' School
Barnet · 2 years
They ask for: See website for individual course entry criteria - https://www.qegschool.org.uk/joinsixthform
Their versionFreeSaint Cecilia'S Church of England School
London · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in Music GCSE and Grade 5 in one instrument/voice. Grade 5 theory is desired, or if not achieved, a strong commitment to undertake extra theory work to
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 GCSE Music and the ability to play your instrument to Grade 5 standard
Their versionFreeSt Dominic'S Sixth Form College
Harrow · 2 years
They ask for: 7 GCSE Grade 9-5
St Olave'S and St Saviour'S Grammar School
Orpington · 2 years
They ask for: Entry to Year 12 is based on academic ability and achievement. Please see https://www.saintolaves.net/29/admissions-overview for details of the admissions crite
Their versionFreeThe Coopers' Company and Coborn School
Upminster · 2 years
They ask for: At lease 8 grade 9-5 GCSEs including Maths and English Language. A grade 6 GCSE Music with a minimum of grade 6 practical exam. If GCSE has not been taken, stud
Their versionFreeThe Douay Martyrs Catholic School
Uxbridge · 2 years
They ask for: A GCSE Grade 6 is essential, preferably 7. Alternatively, if you have not taken GCSE Music, you need to have completed Grade 5 Theory and Grade 5 Practical Exam
The St Thomas The Apostle College
London · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeKingston Upon Thames · 2 years
They ask for: Please see our Determined Admissions Arrangements for details at the following link: https://www.tiffingirls.org/
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeUxbridge · 2 years
They ask for: 5 in English and 5 in Maths, 6 in music or Distinction/grade 5 in an instrument or singing.
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: GCSES: Grade 5 in Mathematics, Grade 6 in English Language, Grade 6 in Music, Grade 5 instrument or singing, Grade 5 music theory
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Macclesfield · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE’s grades 9-4 including English Language . Grade 5 n Music, RSL or BTEC equivalent. Students with grade 4 will be considered
Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School
Manchester · 18 months
They ask for: Our entry requirement is a minimum of five standard passes at GCSE (9-4) in five different subjects (only one BTEC will be considered), with at least one being
Their versionFreePreston · 2 years
They ask for: Five Grade 5s at GCSE and at least a 6 in Music (if studied). Minimum standard of Grade 5 practical or above in your instrument. The ability to read and underst
Their versionFreeHaslingden High School and Sixth Form
Rossendale · 2 years
They ask for: c. Grade V ABRSM instrumental practical exam c. Grade IV/V ABRSM theory
Their versionFreeLancaster Girls' Grammar School
Lancaster · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in Music at GCSE.
Their versionFreeManchester · 2 years
They ask for: Six GCSEs 9-4 (or A*-C) Two at least grade 6 (or B) Two from English, Maths OR Science GCSE Music grade 9-4 AND audition at enrolment AND grade 5 in instrument/
Their versionFreeChester · 2 years
They ask for: English and Maths at Level 2
Their versionFreeWidnes · 2 years
They ask for: To study an A Level programme you will need to achieve a minimum of three grade 5s and two grade 4s at GCSE including English Language and Maths at grade 5. Eac
Leyland · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of 5x Grade 5 including grade 5 in Music or ABRSM or grade 5 in Music Theory. Successful practical audition.
Their versionFreeSandbach High School and Sixth Form College
Sandbach · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeSt Nicholas Catholic High School
Northwich · 2 years
They ask for: 4 or above at GCSE level or an equivalent standard on your instrument.
Their versionFreeThe Crompton House Church of England Academy
Oldham · 2 years
They ask for: Average Point Score: 4.0 Grade 4 in this subject at GCSE
Wigton · 2 years
They ask for: At least a grade 4 in GCSE Music. Students who have not studied Music at GCSE should have Grade 5 Theory and Grade 5 Practical on an instrument.
Their versionFreeCarlisle · 18 months
They ask for: Three or more grade 5’s with the remainder at least grade 4 (including English Language and Maths at grade 4).
Their versionFreeWirral · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Stoke-On-Trent · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeCity of Stoke-On-Trent Sixth Form College
2 years
They ask for: As well as good GCSE grades, you should be able to sing or play an instrument. An interest in Classical music.
Their versionFreeLedbury · 2 years
They ask for: It is recommended that you will have studied Music GCSE (grade 6 or above). Exceptions can be made on the condition that if you play a musical instrument to a g
Birmingham · 2 years
They ask for: In order to study a subject at A-Level a student must have achieved at least a grade 7 at GCSE in that subject (where that subject was an option at GCSE) Note R
Their versionFreeKing Edward Vi College Stourbridge
2 years
They ask for: Two of the following three: Grade 5 level on instrument or voice, Knowledge of basic music theory (equivalent to ABRSM Grade 3), GCSE music grade 5.
Birmingham · 18 months
They ask for: GCSE Music grade 6 or equivalent. Trinity or ABRSM instrumental or vocal exam to at least Grade 5 standard.
Their versionFreeRugby · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 or above in GCSE Music and a pass in Grade 5 Theory. Grade 5 practical or equivalent.
Their versionFreeShrewsbury · 2 years
They ask for: Please see our website for details
Their versionFreeSt Margaret Ward Catholic Academy
Stoke-On-Trent · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE 5-9
Their versionFreeSt Thomas More Catholic School, Willenhall
Bilston · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeMalvern · 2 years
They ask for: G5 or above in GCSE Music. You may take A Level Music without having taken Music GCSE: in this case you will need to have at least Grade 5 on an instrument AND
Their versionFreeSutton Coldfield · 2 years
They ask for: Total point score of 30 or higher from best 7 GCSEs including English Language and Mathematics graded 4 or higher. Grade 5 in Music.
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: 5 grade 9 - 4 or grade A* - Cs
Their versionFreeTudor Grange Academy Worcester
Worcester · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum grade 7 in Music, and minimum level 5 in English literature or language and mathematics. If you have not studied music, you will need to have passed a
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Belper School and Sixth Form Centre
Belper · 2 years
They ask for: 5 A*-C / 5+ Preferably with a grade B or 6 in the chosen subject and minimum grade C's in English and Mathematics.
Their versionFreeBoston · 2 years
They ask for: 5 x 4-9 GCSE grades. GCSE Grade 6/ BTEC at Distinction in Music. Grade 5 Theory plus ability to play an instrument/voice to a minimum standard of grade 4, worki
Their versionFreeLeicester · 2 years
They ask for: Good musical experience on an instrument/voice and to be able to perform pieces of music which are of Grade 5 standard. You will need to perform a song/piece fo
Their versionFreeNorthampton · 24 months
They ask for: 5 x GCSEs at Grade 5 or above, plus a Grade 6 in GCSE MUSIC and Grade 5 in an instrument or voice
Their versionFreePeterborough · 2 years
They ask for: Beyond the minimum entry criteria for Level 3 learning of five A*-C GCSE grades including English, students will also be expected to achieve a minimum B Grade i
Their versionFreeQueen Elizabeth'S Grammar School, Horncastle
Horncastle · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE grade 6 or above in Music. OR a Level 2 qualification at Distinction, A grade or equivalent, in a Music related discipline and demonstrate competency on a
Their versionFreeStamford · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 or above in Music GCSE. Grade 6 or above on their first instrument or voice. Grade 5 or above in Music Theory is preferred. Owing to the aural content o
Their versionFreeRetford · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music Grade 5 or BTEC Distinction (if taken) or the ability to perform at Grade 5 minimum
Their versionFreeMansfield · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeNottingham · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE 9 - 4 in Music or Grade 5 Musician Standard
The Queen Elizabeth'S High School, Gainsborough
Gainsborough · 24 months
They ask for: QEHS standard entry requirements will apply. Students will need to have achieved: • grade 6 or above in music at GCSE Level • grade 5 standard on at least one i
Nottingham · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Yorkshire and The Humber9
Leeds · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of 5 grades over 4 including Maths and English. If studied music a 4 is required.
Their versionFreeHuddersfield · 2 years
They ask for: See prospectus or web site.
Leeds · 24 months
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeDoncaster · 2 years
They ask for: ENGLISH AND MATHS LEVEL 5 PLUS FOUR OTHER GCSE AND COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: https://ncbradford.ac.uk/subject-specific-requirements/
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: https://ncpontefract.ac.uk/subject-specific-requirements/
Their versionFreeRipon · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Scarborough Sixth Form College
Scarborough · 2 years
They ask for: Please see the S6F Website for current entry requirements
2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Yarm · 2 years
They ask for: You will need to achieve five or more “4” grades, including working towards Grade 5 in Music Theory and working at Grade 4 in chosen instrument
Their versionFreeEnglish Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College
Hartlepool · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including GCSE Music, GCSE English Language, Grade 5 standard (or equivalent) in their first instrument/voice, Grade 5 theory would be
Their versionFree2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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