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.
127 providers teach this exact qualification.
London20
London · 2 years
They ask for: 6+ music and/or grade 5 or equivalent - theory and on 1 instrument/voice
London · 2 years
They ask for: Please see course webpage for up to date information.
Ilford · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 7 in GCSE Music and an interview where student can show appropriate levels of attainment in performance and theory for external candidates. Occasionally a
Their versionFreeBishop Ramsey Church of England School
Ruislip · 2 years
They ask for: Five grade 5's at GCSE, including English (Langage or Literature). You will also need to be proficient on your instrument to at least Grade 5 or above (Associat
Their versionFreeChislehurst · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE English Language Grade 5 GCSE Maths Grade 5 Grade 5 on Principal Instrument
Their versionFreeLondon · 22 months
They ask for: Grade 5 instrument or voice (ABRSM, Trinity or Rockschool Qualification). Students should also be confident in reading music.
Their versionFreeEnfield · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum GCSE grades B in Music, C in English
Bromley · 2 years
They ask for: See Hayes School website for course specific entry criteria
Their versionFreeLa Sainte Union Catholic Secondary School
London · 2 years
They ask for: 6+ music and/or grade 5 or equivalent - theory and on 1 instrument/voice
Beckenham · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language and Grade 6 or above in GCSE Music (if taken) -or instrumental/vocal Grade 5/6 and Grade 5/6 theory or equivalent for
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
They ask for: Please click on the URL to see all subject information with regards to courses at Mossbourne Community Academy
Twickenham · 2 years
They ask for: The minimum academic entrance requirement for the sixth form is 6 x Grade 9-4 GCSEs with at least 3 subjects at Grade 6 including English and Mathematics at Gra
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
They ask for: 6+ music and/or grade 5 or equivalent - theory and on 1 instrument/voice
Ilford · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeStoke Newington School and Sixth Form
London · 2 years
They ask for: 5 or above at GCSE music. You must also be a highly competent performer on an instrument (or as a singer) and have an interest in creating and composing your ow
Their versionFreeSutton · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 9 - 7 in GCSE (or equivalent) Music A minimum of eight GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9 - 4 with four GCSEs grade 7 and two GCSEs grade 6.
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
They ask for: See course webpage for details
Their versionFreeThe Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre
Surbiton · 22 months
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music and Grade 5 in one instrument
Their versionFreeBexleyheath · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of a grade 6 in GCSE Music, plus an audition.
Their versionFreeLondon · 2 years
They ask for: 6+ music and/or grade 5 or equivalent - theory and on 1 instrument/voice
Yorkshire and The Humber20
Archbishop Holgate'S School, A Church of England Academy
York · 2 years
They ask for: Automatic entry onto Level 3 courses includes students achieving 4 x Grade 9-4 or equivalent at GCSE alongside a Grade 4 or above in English and/or Mathematics
2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 6 in Music or Distinction* in vocational.
Their versionFreeDriffield School and Sixth Form
2 years
They ask for: To study A Level courses you'll need: 5 x GCSEs at 9-5 plus Grade 5 in all subjects you wish to study at A Level.
Their versionFreeLeeds · 2 years
They ask for: 5 or more standard GCSE passes or higher (grade 4 or higher) including GCSE Maths and either English Language or English Literature at a grade 4 or above. It is
Skipton · 2 years
They ask for: For entry into Year 12, a pupil is required to achieve a minimum of Grade C (or Grade 4 in the reformed subjects) in at least six GCSE subjects in-cluding Mathe
Harrogate · 2 years
They ask for: For entry on to A Level and BTEC courses, we require a minimum of 240 points in the 6 best full GCSE/ BTEC courses, including English Language and Mathematics a
24 months
They ask for: A minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 9 – 4. This must include: • Mathematics Grade 4 AND • English Language Grade 5 OR • English Literature Grade 5 AND English Lang
Their versionFreeLeeds · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at a grade 5 or above including English and Maths. Please see Course Prospectus on our website to see subject specific entry requirements.
Sheffield · 2 years
They ask for: You should have a GCSE Music qualification, grade 9 - 5. In addition, grade 5 theory is of great benefit in understanding the course. It would be advisable to b
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: All students entering the Sixth Form to undertake a 3 A Level programme must have secured 5 GCSE grades at 4 or above. It is expected that all students will ach
Their versionFreeOtley Prince Henry'S Grammar School Specialist Language College
Otley · 2 years
They ask for: In order to cope with the demands of the course, students should have gained at least grade 5 in Music at GCSE or will have studied Music Theory to around Grade
Leeds · 2 years
They ask for: 5+ GCSE Music
Their versionFreeHarrogate · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE at grade 4+. Students must be able to play at least one instrument to grade 5 or higher and will be expected to become fully involved in the wide range o
Their versionFreeLeeds · 2 years
They ask for: All A level courses or TWO A levels and ONE vocational course: Students must achieve a min of 5 subjects at GCSE grades 4 or above (including English Language a
Their versionFreeBrigg · 2 years
They ask for: See website for details
South Hunsley School and Sixth Form College
North Ferriby · 2 years
They ask for: Students should play an instrument to at least Grade 5 and ideally Grade 5 theory or equivalent.
St Aidan'S Church of England High School
Harrogate · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at grade 5, including a Music or Grade 5 theory and/or Grade 5 in chosen instrument /voice.
Their versionFreeSt. Mary'S Menston, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Ilkley · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grade 9 to 4 including English and maths and 5 in music
Their versionFreeSheffield · 18 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above. Each course carries its own individual requirments.
Their versionFreeHull · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade 5 or better for a 3 A level programme. Other entry requirements may apply for each subject
North West19
Stoke-On-Trent · 20 months
They ask for: Grade 5 GCSE Music and/or ABRSM Grade 5 or equivalent (practical) including ABRSM Grade 5 theory (or working at)
Their versionFreeAltrincham Grammar School For Boys
Altrincham · 2 years
They ask for: See the school admissions policy for entry requirement to the Sixth Form. Not applicable to book- admission to the Sixth Form is required.
Altrincham Grammar School For Girls
Altrincham · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade 7 and 2 GCSE 6
Their versionFreeNantwich · 2 years
They ask for: General Entry Requirements
Their versionFreeLiverpool · 2 years
They ask for: Pupils are expected to perform at approximately Grade 8 standard for A leve
Their versionFreeLiverpool · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grade 4 or above
Warrington · 2 years
They ask for: You will need to have an average GCSE grade of 4.5 or above to study on this course. You should have passed GSCE Music at a minimum of Grade 5. A pass at Grade
Their versionFreeLancaster Royal Grammar School
Lancaster · 2 years
They ask for: 48 points at GCSE and above
Their versionFree360 hours
They ask for: Need at least a 6 in GCSE Music and Grade 5 in an instrument / theory and can read music
Their versionFree24 months
They ask for: 5 grades 4 or above at GCSE and students who have studied Music at GCSE must have a Grade 5 in the subject. The department may accept students who have achieved
Their versionFreeCarnforth · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE grades at 9 - 5 including at least a grade 5 in English Language and Maths, Grade 6 in Music.
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE grades at 9 - 5 including at least a grade 5 in English Language and Maths, Grade 6 in Music.
Their versionFreeAltrincham · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths.
Their versionFreeSandbach · 22 months
They ask for: For a level 3 course the basic entry requirement is five GCSE, grades 5 or above. Specific Subject GCSE Grades Expected and Additional Skills: Either Music grad
Their versionFreeLiverpool · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade 9-4
Their versionFreeTarporley High School and Sixth Form College
Tarporley · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE 9-4
Their versionFreeWirral · 2 years
They ask for: Grade B in GCSE Music (or Grade 5 Theory)
Their versionFreeWigan · 2 years
They ask for: Full details available on our website, click on the ‘Go to course’ button below.
Their versionFreeManchester · 2 years
They ask for: 6 grades A*-C including 2 grade Bs; 2 or more of English, Maths and Science at A*-C; grade C or above at GCSE Music. The ability to sing or play an instrument a
South West19
Devonport High School For Girls
Plymouth · 2 years
They ask for: The minimum entry requirement for our Sixth Form is an average grade 6 or higher from GCSEs with a minimum of a grade 5 in English and Mathematics. In addition,
Bristol · 2 years
They ask for: 6 in Music 5 in English Grade 5 music theory level Grade 4-5 in instrument or singing at the start of the course. Must be able to read standard musical notation
Their versionFree22 months
They ask for: GCSE Music grade 5
Their versionFreeChippenham · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 6 in Music and/or minimum grade 4 standard instrumental study
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: College entry requirements plus GCSE English grade 5 or above. You will also need a grade 6 or above in GCSE music. However, if you have not studied GCSE Music
Ivybridge · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs Grade 9-5, including English and Mathematics and a Grade 6 in Music. The ability to read music in both the treble and bass clefs is compulsory and a
Their versionFreeSwindon · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at band 5 or higher (covering at least three different subjects)
Their versionFreeNewquay · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeRadstock · 78 weeks
They ask for: A minimum of a Grade 5 in GCSE Music or Grade 5 standard on an instrument or voice (exam doesn't have to have been taken) and a passion for the subject.
Wimborne · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeChippenham · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeRadstock · 78 weeks
They ask for: A minimum of a Grade 5 in GCSE Music or Grade 5 standard on an instrument or voice (exam doesn't have to have been taken) and a passion for the subject.
2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grade 9-5 with Maths and English Grade 5.
Their versionFreeSt Peter'S Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre
Gloucester · 2 years
They ask for: 5 in GCSE Music or Btec equivalent or Grade 5 Theory. The ability to read music and to sing or play and instrument to approx grade 5 standard
Their versionFreeBristol · 24 months
They ask for: 7 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 7 or above in Music GCSE. Students should be working at Grade 5 level theory and must also be at least Grade 6 stan
Their versionFreeLyme Regis · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 5 or above. If the GCSE requirement is not achieved, please discuss with Mr Cullimore.
Their versionFreeNewquay · 2 years
They ask for: 5 x GCSE Grade 5 or above including Music.
Their versionFreeBristol · 24 months
They ask for: 5 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above plus a 6 in music, plus the ability to read music fluently.
Their versionFreeWyedean School and Sixth Form Centre
Chepstow · 2 years
They ask for: https://www.wyedean.gloucs.sch.uk/Sixth-Form/Curriculum/
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South East15
Burford · 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 versionFreeChesham · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music Grade 7 Grade 5 Theory and at least Grade 5 practical (ideally Grade 6) It is essential that students are able to read music in both the bass and tre
Their versionFreeMaidenhead · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music or Associated Board Grade 5 on specialist instrument/voice.
Reading · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeAmersham · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 36 points from their best 6 GCSE or iGCSE subjects includinga minimu of 5 points in both English Language or Literature and Mathematics for entry t
Newport Pagnell · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeBroadstairs · 96 weeks
They ask for: For an A Level programme of study, we require students to have a range of at least five to seven GCSE passes at grade 5 or higher, including a minimum of a 4 in
Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre
Reading · 18 months
They ask for: Either GCSE Grade 5+ in Music, grade 5 on an instrument/voice OR 5+ in Music Theory and 5+ in instrument/voice.
Their versionFreeThatcham · 20 months
They ask for: GCSE Grade B or above in Music and Grade 5 on an instrument or voice. In some instances an audition may be required to assess performance and composition skills
Their versionFreeGosport · 2 years
They ask for: Standard entry requirements: 6 GCSE grades 4-9, including 2 @ grade 5 or higher Subject specific entry requirements: Music - grade 5 and/or ABRSM Grade 5 theory
Their versionFreeReading · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeSir William Borlase'S Grammar School
Marlow · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 7 in Music
Their versionFreeThe Burgate School and Sixth Form
Fordingbridge · 24 months
They ask for: Students should have at least 6 GCSEs 9-4 including English and Maths. Grade 6 in Music.
Wokingham · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 GCSEs grades 9-4 including English and Maths, with subject specific entry requirements
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 or above in GCSE Music and at least Grade 5 standard on your instrument. We expect that students continue to take an active part in music-making; for ex
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East Midlands11
Bourne · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music
Their versionFreeHoly Family Catholic Academy Trust
Derby · 24 months
They ask for: GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 and above; Music GCSE at grade 6 or above or music grade 6 and above.
Their versionFreeMoulton School and Science College
Northampton · 2 years
They ask for: 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 an
Worksop · 72 weeks
They ask for: Students must achieve the minimum entry requirement of 5 GCSEs graded 9-4.
Their version£450Worksop · 72 weeks
They ask for: Students must achieve the minimum entry requirement of 5 GCSEs graded 9-4.
Queen Elizabeth'S Grammar School
Ashbourne · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFreeMansfield · 2 years
They ask for: Play an instrument or sing to a minimum of a grade 5.
Their versionFreeSt Mary'S Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Chesterfield · 78 weeks
They ask for: Grade 5 or above in Music or Merit or above in BTEC Level 2.
Their versionFreeNottingham · 18 months
They ask for: Two Grade 6 and four Grade 5 at GCSE Level, GCSE Grade 5 in Music
The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy
Nottingham · 2 years
They ask for: Pass at AS Level
Their versionFreeNottingham · 2 years
They ask for: 3 Grade 6s in chosen subjects (or nearest equivalents) + 2 Grade 5s
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East of England11
Leighton Buzzard · 2 years
They ask for: Music Grade 6 and Grade 5+ instrumental standard
Diss · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of five grade 4 GCSE passes; these must include at least Grade 4 in Maths and English Language. Additionally, this course requires Grade 5 in Music.
King Edward Vi Grammar School, Chelmsford
Chelmsford · 2 years
They ask for: The requirements for admission into Year 12 are: 1. An average GCSE/IGCSE points score of at least 6.4375 across the best eight subjects. This will be calculate
Billericay · 18 months
They ask for: CAPS 5 and either a grade 6 in Music GCSE or Passed ABRSM grade 5 Theory examination. It is recommended that you are (or equivalent to) ABRSM grade 5 standard o
Their versionFree2 years
They ask for: To study this course at A Level, students must achieve a Grade 6 or above in GCSE Music, as well as Grade 5 or above on an instrument/singing from ABRSM/Trinity
Their versionFreeIpswich · 2 years
They ask for: At least 6 GCSEs at grades 9-4 , including Grade 6 in Music GCSE and Grade 4 in English Language. You would also be expected to have a pass at Grade 5 practical
Their versionFreeSt. Albans · 24 months
They ask for: 5 GCSE grades 9 – 5 including mathematics and English. It is essential that you achieve a level 5 or higher in GCSE Music and can perform to Grade 5 standard on
Their versionFreeBedford · 2 years
They ask for: 7x GCSE grade 9-4 (or equivalent) including English & Maths
Their versionFreeRickmansworth · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCEs Grade 5 including English and Maths, minimum grade 6 in subject
The Bishop'S Stortford High School
Bishop's Stortford · 23 months
They ask for: Overall Pathway requirements: 3 A levels - at least 44 from your best 8 GCSEs (and at least grade 5 in Mathematics and English Language or Literature) or BTEC a
Their versionFreeBaldock · 18 months
They ask for: https://www.sixthform.kts.school/entry-requirements
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Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
Durham · 2 years
They ask for: At least grade 6 in GCSE Music, grade 5 theory standard plus at least grade 5 ABRSM performance standard and grade 5 in an English GCSE. Students will decide in
Their versionFreeNewcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: 4 in Music, plus grade 4 in ABRSM exam.
North Shields · 2 years
They ask for: The course is now more widely available to pupils than it has been in the past. Pupils must have, however, an adequate performing ability on at least one instru
Their versionFreePrior Pursglove and Stockton Sixth Form College
Guisborough · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Sacred Heart Catholic High School
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: 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.
Sunderland · 11 months
They ask for: AS Level Music
Their versionFreeNewcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: C or better in GCSE Music
West Midlands5
King Edward Vi Five Ways School
Birmingham · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade 7. A 7+ in the chosen subject and a 6 or better in English and Mathematics.
Their versionFreeLichfield · 2 years
They ask for: A Grade 5 or higher at GCSE Music (or equivalent) is advisable. However, with excellent performing skills, it may still be possible to undertake the course with
Their versionFreeBirmingham · 2 years
They ask for: post 16 course only
Their versionFreeStafford · 18 months
They ask for: The standard entry criteria to study in the sixth form is 9-4 in at least seven different subjects, including English and mathematics which would usually be gra
Their versionFreeStratford Girls' Grammar School
Stratford-Upon-Avon · 2 years
They ask for: You must have achieved 54 points in your best 8 GCSE results to include a 6 in English and Maths, to gain admission to our Sixth Form. You should have a minimum
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