GCE A Level in Music

Level 3A levelsGCE A levelPearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)

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.

201 providers teach this exact qualification.

South East41

Aylesbury Grammar School
Aylesbury · 2 years
They ask for: Students would be able to take the course if they have taken GCSE Music and achieved a grade 6 or above. Grade 5 theory would be satisfactory as an equal altern
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Aylesbury High School
Aylesbury · 2 years
They ask for: A Minimum of 44 points from the best 8 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English Language and Mathematics. At least a grade 5 in English Language and Maths. At le
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Barton Court Grammar School
Canterbury · 2 years
They ask for: Sixth Form entry requirements, including GCSE Music at grade 6 and an instrumental grade 5 or better in at least one instrument/voice. If you have not taken a g
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Bennett Memorial Diocesan School
Tunbridge Wells · 2 years
They ask for: APS 5.5 with a track record in performance and theory. Including GCSE grade 6 in music
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Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School
Ramsgate · 24 months
They ask for: Please contact the provider directly for entry requirements.
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Chiltern Hills Academy
Chesham · 2 years
They ask for: Students hoping to study GCE Music should have achieved grade 5 or above at GCSE Music. Students should also be able to play a musical instrument or sing to app
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Denbigh School
Milton Keynes · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 subjects at Grade 4 or above, including at least one of GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics. A minimum of a grade 5 in a GCSE Music qualif
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 2 years
They ask for: A GCSE grade 4 in English Language.You will need to demonstrate your ability to play an instrument or sing and understand music theory to grade 5 standard.
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Esher College
Thames Ditton · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Fullbrook School
Addlestone · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music grade 6 or above. You should be working at Grade 5 (ABRSM) or higher on your instrument, and Grade 5 standard in theory. It is essential that you can
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George Abbot School
Guildford · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grade 9-4
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GLF Schools Teacher Training
Epsom · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade A* to C
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Guildford County School
Guildford · 24 months
They ask for: Because of the musical content of the course, it is strongly recommended that Music Technology students have gained Grade 9-5 at GCSE Music, show an active inte
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Guildford County School
Guildford · 24 months
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music as well as a Grade 5 standard on an instrument or voice. It is desirable for students to have Grade 5 theory.
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Heathfield Community College
Heathfield · 2 years
They ask for: College basic entry requirements Grade 6 or above in GCSE Music Grade 5 or above in Music Theory
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Highsted Grammar School
Sittingbourne · 2 years
They ask for: 6 GCSE 9-5, including Music at grade 6 or higher.
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Highworth Grammar School
Ashford · 11 months
They ask for: Students should have passed GCSE music and achieved Level 6 or above (there may be exceptions if students have achieved Grade 6 practical or above in Associated
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Invicta Grammar School
Maidstone · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of a 6 grade at GCSE music or its equivalent. Grade 6 or higher practical qualification either as a singer or as an instrumentalist, a grade 5 theory qu
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John Hampden Grammar School
High Wycombe · 24 months
They ask for: A minimum of 8 full course GCSEs. These must include at least 4 at grade 6 and 4 at grade 5. A minimum of grade 5 in English language and mathematics. To study
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John Mason School
Abingdon · 2 years
They ask for: https://www.jmf6abingdon.co.uk/assets/Documents/Attachments/JMF6-admissions-policy-2025-Entry.pdf
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Kendrick School
Reading · 2 years
They ask for: 8 GCSEs (or DfE recognised equivalent) grades 9-5 or A* - B, two of which must be English Language and Mathematics. BTEC Level 2 at Distinction*, Distinction or
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King Alfred'S
Wantage · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade A* to C
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Langley Grammar School
Slough · 2 years
They ask for: Please refer to our sixth form admissions policy on our website - lgs.slough.sch.uk
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Maiden Erlegh School
Reading · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE�s at grade 5+ (or Merit+ in equivalents). If the 5 passes does not include English (language or literature) and mathematics of grade 5+, students must, i
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Maidstone Grammar School
Maidstone · 2 years
They ask for: You do not need GCSE Music. If you have taken it at least a Grade 6 is required. However you will need to play an instrument to Grade 6 standard/or above. Liste
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Matthew Arnold School
Oxford · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum: 5 x 4 + grades including English Language at Grade 4 or above and mathematics at Grade 4 or above.
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Medina College
2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE A* to C or 9 to 5 including B or 6 in Music and Grade 5 Standard Instrument Skill
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Midhurst Rother College
Midhurst · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grade A* to C
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Newlands Girls' School
Maidenhead · 22 months
They ask for: Course requirements 5 GCSE grades at 9 -1 plus a grade 5 minimum in Music GCSE and/or a Theory qualification at a minimum of Grade 5 in order to undertake Music
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Nonsuch High School For Girls
Sutton · 2 years
They ask for: Specific qualifications needed
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Oxted School
Oxted · 5 hours
They ask for: 5 GCSEs 9-5 with Grade 5 in Music and basic keyboard skills required. Exam for Grade 5 Theory and/or Grade 6 exam in chosen instrument/voice
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Ranelagh School
Bracknell · 2 years
They ask for: Prospective students who are studying GCSE Music are expected to achieve grade 6 or above. Students who have not studied GCSE Music are also welcome; performers
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Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School
Canterbury · 2 years
They ask for: 8 GCSEs grades 9-5. Minimum grade 7 in Music or Grade 5 practical as a singer or instrumentalist or Grade 5 theory.
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Simon Langton Grammar School For Boys
Canterbury · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 7 GCSE Music or Grade 5 practical as a singer/instrumentalist &Grade 5 theory guarantees a place on this course.Please note that applicants must also meet
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The Skinners' School
Tunbridge Wells · 2 years
They ask for: 50 points over 8 best GCSEs.
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The Windsor Boys' School
Windsor · 24 months
They ask for: If you HAVE studied the subject in Years 10 & 11 - At least a level 6 in Music GCSE AND instrumental ability needs to be Grade 5 or above. Students will need to
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Tonbridge Grammar School
Tonbridge · 2 years
They ask for: Please see our website www.tgs.kent.sch.uk
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Trinity School
Sevenoaks · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE grade 6 in Music and/or grade 5 Music Theory. Minimum grade 4 performing standard at the start of the course (grade 6 by the end)
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Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School
Tunbridge Wells · 2 years
They ask for: An average overall GCSE point score of at least 6 from their top six GCSE subjects They must also acheive a minimum of grade 5 in English Language or Mathematic
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Wheatley Park School
Oxford · 10 months
They ask for: 8 GCSE's, 4 of which must be grade 4 or higher including English and Maths
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Wycombe High School
High Wycombe · 2 years
They ask for: https://www.whs.bucks.sch.uk/sixth-form/
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Abbeygate Sixth Form College
2 years
They ask for: Standard entry requirements of a minimum 5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 plus: Minimum Grade 6 Music ABRSM/Trinity Grade 5.
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Ashlyns School
Berkhamsted · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music. It is recommended that students are grade five standard in performance and in music theory
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Colchester County High School For Girls
Colchester · 2 years
They ask for: The minimum entry requirement is 4 GCSEs at Grade 7 or above and 2 GCSEs at Grade 6 including English Language and Mathematics at a minimum of Grade 6. Students
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Comberton Village College
Cambridge · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of 5 GCSEs at 5 or above. See our wesbite www.combertonsixthform.org for subject specific requirements.
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Copleston High School
Ipswich · 2 years
They ask for: Centre requirements and, in addition, a grade 5 in GCSE Music and the ability to perform at Grade 5 standard.
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Davenant Foundation School
Loughton · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GSCE Grade A* to C
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Farlingaye High School
Woodbridge · 2 years
They ask for: Music 5 and performance grade level 6.
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Fearnhill School
Letchworth Garden City · 23 months
They ask for: 5 GSCE Grade 9-1
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Framlingham College
Woodbridge · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Hampton College
Peterborough · 2 years
They ask for: Students would normally be expected to have achieved a minimum grade of B in GCSE Additional Science or a B in GCSE Chemistry and ideally a B in GCSE Maths. Che
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Hinchingbrooke School
Huntingdon · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum entry requirements to Sixth Form are Five 5s. For this course:GCSE grade 5 in GCSE Music, Grade 5 theory and Grade 5 Practical recommended. A member of
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HITCHIN BOYS' SCHOOL (Academy Trust)
2 years
They ask for: The standard entry requirement for the Hitchin Consortium is five Grade 9-4 GCSE's or equivalent, including English & Maths at Grade 4 or above. Most subjects w
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Hitchin Girls' School
Hitchin · 2 years
They ask for: The standard entry requirement for the Hitchin Consortium is five Grade 9-4 GCSE's or equivalent, including English & Maths at Grade 4 or above. Most subjects w
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Lift Greensward
Hockley · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 7 GCSE Music or Grade 6 Performance ability on main instrument
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Luton Sixth Form College
Luton · 2 years
They ask for: In addition to our general entry requirements, you must have: n GCSE English � grade 4 n GCSE Music � grade 4 OR an equivalent level of musical experience (to b
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Notre Dame High School, Norwich
Norwich · 2 years
They ask for: 42 points from your best 8 subjects; GCSE Maths and English (Language or Literature) at a minimum of grade 4, in addition to: Grade 5 Theory & Practical or equi
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Redborne Upper School and Community College
Bedford · 2 years
They ask for: Students must achieve a minimum total of five grades 9 to 4 at GCSE level or equivalents to begin an A level programme. Subject specific criteria can be found h
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Rickmansworth School
Rickmansworth · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Samuel Whitbread Academy
Shefford · 2 years
They ask for: APS 4.5. Grade 6 in GCSE Music.
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Sandringham School
St. Albans · 24 months
They ask for: Grade 6 at GCSE Music and Grade 5 or above in an instrument/voice.
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Sir John Lawes School
Harpenden · 2 years
They ask for: 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
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Sir John Leman High School
Beccles · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 4 GCSE Music or equivalent BTEC qualification alongside a minimum performance standard of grade 5 and a good theoretical understanding.
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Southend High School For Boys
Westcliff-On-Sea · 24 months
They ask for: You will need to accrue at least 52 points from your eight best GCSE grades, where numerical grades = face value & A*=9, A=8, B=7. Short course GCSEs may be inc
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The Broxbourne School
Broxbourne · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE 6 in Music
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The King'S (The Cathedral) School
Peterborough · 2 years
They ask for: Please see subject areas on the linked web page - click "Go to course" below.
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The Priory School
Hitchin · 2 years
They ask for: The standard entry requirement for the Hitchin Consortium is five Grade 9-4 GCSE's or equivalent, including English & Maths at Grade 4 or above. Most subjects w
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Thomas Mills High School & Sixth Form
Woodbridge · 2 years
They ask for: Music GCSE Grade 5 and minimum Grade 5 standard on an instrument or in singing. Grade 5 theory would be an advantage, but is not essential.
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Tring School
Tring · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music and be at Trinity or ABRSM Exam Grade V in one or more instruments
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Watford Grammar School For Boys
Watford · 24 months
Entry requirements not listed.
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Watford Grammar School For Girls
Watford · 2 years
They ask for: Please contact the 6th Form office
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Westcliff High School For Boys Academy
Westcliff-On-Sea · 2 years
They ask for: Students will need a minimum grade 7 in GCSE Music. They must be at Grade 4 standard on at least one instrument, and it is highly recommended that they should h
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Wymondham College
Wymondham · 21 months
They ask for: Grade 6 in Music, or above, or good practical ability with Grade 5 Theory. The ability to read music is also required.
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Ark Walworth Academy
London · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 GCSE music and/or Grade 4+ on chosen instrument
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Bishop Justus Cofe School
Bromley · 2 years
They ask for: Students will need at least Grade 6 GCSE Music & a Grade 5 minimum in instrument or voice (Trinity, Guildhall, ABRSM or Rockschool). In addition, they must have
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Brentside High School
London · 2 years
They ask for: Five Grade 9-5 at GCSE plus subject specific requirements (see below): Grade 6 in GCSE music and able to perform to Grade 4 standard. If you have not studied GC
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Capital City College Group
London · 37 weeks
They ask for: You will need to meet the minimum entry criteria, plus: Music grade 5, or grade 5 in an instrumentYou will also need to pass an audition and a music theory test
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Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School
Sidcup · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music OR Grade 5 Music Theory AND Grade 5 for instrument OR voice Fluency reading sheet music notation in treble and bass clef essential. Applic
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Christ'S Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School
Richmond · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Darrick Wood School
Orpington · 2 years
They ask for: 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 Mus
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Dunraven School
London · 2 years
They ask for: Please see our website for course booklet. https://www.dunraven.org.uk/275/admissions
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Finchley Catholic High School
London · 2 years
They ask for: APS of 5 over all subjects plus a Grade 5 in English and Maths. Grade 6 in Music or Grade 5 in a musical instrument and theory
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Glenthorne High School
Sutton · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music Grade 6 & At least Grade 6 standard on your instrument before starting the course
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Graveney School
London · 24 months
They ask for: The minimum entry requirements for Advanced Level courses are 5 full GCSE grades at 4 to 9, or grades A* to C, including English Language and Maths. Any vocatio
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Hasmonean High School For Boys
London · 2 years
They ask for: 5 9-4 grades at GCSE are required, including a minimum of a Grade 4 in English Language or Literature. Grade 5 in GCSE Music, grade 5 award in your musical inst
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JCOSS
Barnet · 2 years
They ask for: 6 x GCSEs at Grade B/6 or higher and at least a Grade 5 in English & Maths
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JFS
Harrow · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above.
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Kingsdale Foundation School
London · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE grade 6+
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Kingsmead School
Enfield · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 or above at GCSE and 8 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English and Maths. Minimum of Grade 5 at instrument level
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Nower Hill High School
Pinner · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 in Maths and a Grade 5 in either English Language or English Literature and 4 other GCSE passes at grade 4 or above. Plus a Grade 6 in Music or Grade 5
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Ravens Wood School
Bromley · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE's at grade 5 or above including English and maths.
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Richard Challoner School
New Malden · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 6 or above in Music (if taken). Playing an instrument/singing to Grade 5 standard is essential. Students who believe they are at this standard but ha
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Rooks Heath School
Harrow · 9 months
Entry requirements not listed.
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Sacred Heart High School
London · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE grade 6 or above in Music and grade 5 music theory Students should be aware that performing skills need to be at the standard of Grade 7/8 for Year 13 at t
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St Mary Magdalene Academy
London · 2 years
They ask for: -A minimum of a grade 5 in English and Maths. Grade 6 and above at Music GCSE and ideally a pass at Grade 5 practical/theory or an equivalent standard. You may
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St Paul'S Way Trust School
3 years
They ask for: Note: Not GCSE grade. Grade 5 standard or equivalent in instrument or voice
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The Latymer School
London · 2 years
They ask for: 6 GCSE's at Grade 7 or above, or Grade A or above.
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The London Oratory School
London · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum Grade 6 at GCSE Music or an approved equivalent. For example, Grade 7 practical (instrument or voice) and Grade 5 theory in a recognised graded music ex
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The St Marylebone Cofe School
London · 2 years
They ask for: Five 6 - 9 grades at GCSE and a 5 in Eng and Maths. Grade 6 in Music GCSE.
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Twyford Church of England High School
London · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in Music, or Practical grade 5 and Theory grade 5. As well as these specific requirements you will also need to meet the general entry requirements for
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Waldegrave School
Twickenham · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Wallington County Grammar School
Wallington · 2 years
They ask for: http://www.wcgs-sutton.co.uk/How-to-apply-to-Sixth-Form
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Whitmore High School
Harrow · 1 year
They ask for: General Requirements : 6 grade 5-9 GCSE passes including 5 or higher English Lang AND Maths Additional or Specific Requirements : Grade 5 or above in GCSE Music
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Woodbridge High School
Woodford Green · 2 years
They ask for: A GCSE points score of 50 to study A Levels and GCSE Music Grade A (lower grades may be accepted by negotiation)
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Woodford County High School
Woodford Green · 22 months
They ask for: Sixth Form entry requirements plus GCSE Music Grade 6 or above and a Grade 5 vocal or instrument qualification.
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Archway School
Stroud · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music Grade 5+ Plus Grade 5 instrument/voice (ABRSM or equivalent) Commitment to extra-curricular events.
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Beechen Cliff School
2 years
They ask for: 5 Grade 6 at GCSE
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Bournemouth School For Girls
Bournemouth · 2 years
They ask for: Students must meet the general BSG Sixth Form entry requirement of six GCSEs at grade 6 or above, with at least grade 4 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics
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Colyton Grammar School
Colyton · 2 years
They ask for: Applicants are required to achieve a minimum of 54 points from the best eight GCSEs (or equivalent) including at least grade 5 at GCSE in English and Maths. Als
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Denmark Road High School
2 years
They ask for: Subject specific entry requirements - Students should have achieved Grade B in Music and approximately Grade V practical level. This varied and exciting course
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Exmouth Community College
Exmouth · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ferndown Upper School
Ferndown · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE Passes Grades 4-9 inc English and Maths. 5+ in Music (if taken) and grade 5 standard on an instrument.
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Gillingham School
2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 in GCSE Music
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Gordano School
Bristol · 18 months
Entry requirements not listed.
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Hayesfield Girls School
Bath · 2 years
They ask for: Please see Sixth Form prospectus for latest Entry Requirements.
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Kingsbridge Academy
Kingsbridge · 24 months
Entry requirements not listed.
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Lytchett Minster School
Poole · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE grades at C or above including Music
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Malmesbury School
Malmesbury · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music or if GCSE not taken, Grade 5+ in any instrument required; Strong pass of Grade 5 in GCSE English and Maths.
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Parkstone Grammar School
Poole · 2 years
They ask for: https://www.parkstone.poole.sch.uk/sixth-form/curriculum/
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Poole Grammar School
Poole · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum entry requirements for entry into sixth form PLUS for this subject minimum of a '6' in Music.See school website for latest information
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Ralph Allen School
Bath · 2 years
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade 9-5 with at least a Grade 6 at GCSE Music. Students should also have practical ability and theory knowledge to approximately Grade 5 standard o
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Ribston Hall High School
Gloucester · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Grade 6 or above in Music
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Richard Huish College
Taunton · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Sir Thomas Rich'S School
Gloucester · 22 months
They ask for: As per current prospectus.
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South Wilts Grammar School
Salisbury · 2 years
They ask for: Please see the prospectus on the school website for the most up to date information
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South Wilts Grammar School
Salisbury · 2 years
They ask for: Please see https://www.swgs.wilts.sch.uk/sixth-form-2/subjects/ for current entry requirements
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St Laurence School
Bradford-On-Avon · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE grades A*-C or 9-4
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The Kings of Wessex Academy
Cheddar · 2 years
They ask for: Standard Entry Requirements including GCSE Grade 5 or above in Music. Ability to read notation in treble and bass clef. Achieved or working towards Grade 6 (ABR
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The Thomas Hardye School
Dorchester · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in Music, Grade 5 ABRSM theory, Grade 6 ABRSM equivalent in either an instrument or voice
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Torquay Girls' Grammar School
Torquay · 2 years
They ask for: Level 7 in GCSE music and Grade 5 in any instrument/voice or Level 6 and Grade 6 and/or D or above in AS Level Music
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Twynham School
Christchurch · 2 years
They ask for: At present our current entry requirements for this course are: English - 4; Maths - 4; Music - 6. Check our website for the latest updates and information.
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Ashby School
2 years
They ask for: For all Sixth Form courses, students must have five GCSE (or equivalent) passes at Grades 9-4, which must include Mathematics and English Language/Literature at
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Bishop Stopford School
Kettering · 2 years
They ask for: See school website
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Caistor Grammar School
Market Rasen · 2 years
They ask for: All applicants will have at least a GCSE grade 4 in Mathematics and English Language or Literature. It will also be required to have gained 4 GCSE passes at eit
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Carlton Academy
Nottingham · 2 years
They ask for: In addition to the standard grade requirements for the Sixth Form a grade 5 in GCSE Music is required.
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Carre'S Grammar School
Sleaford · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 at GCSE or Merit at Level 2 BTEC
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Chilwell School
Nottingham · 24 months
They ask for: minimum requirements are 5 GCSE grade C or above, including English or maths. Some subjects have additional requirements, which are specified in the prospectus
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Friesland School
2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in Music GCSE (BTEC not accepted) OR Grade 5 ABRSM theory
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George Spencer Academy
Nottingham · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths and English Language. Also Grade 5 in GCSE Music Grade 5 standard on at least one instrument Grade 5 theo
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Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy
Sleaford · 24 months
They ask for: 5 GCSE at grade 5 for sixth form entry, students should also be able to play an instrument or sing at grade 5, have achieved grade 6 music at GCSE level, and to
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Lady Manners School
Bakewell · 2 years
They ask for: Either GCSE Music Grade 5 or Grade 5 theory is required. Performing skills are also essential, ideally at the equivalent of Grade 5 or above.
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Magdalen College School
Brackley · 2 years
They ask for: 7 A* - C at GCSE
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Northampton School For Boys
Northampton · 68 weeks
They ask for: Please refer to the schools website for entry requirements. www.nsb.northants.sch.uk
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Northampton School For Girls
Northampton · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5 or above, GCSE Music and grade 5 or above in performing (ABRSM or Trinity examinations)
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Redhill Academy
Nottingham · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSE Grade 9-4 (including a 4 in either English or Maths). Grade 4 in GCSE Music or Grade 5 ABRSM theory. You must also be able to play an instrument to grade
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Sponne School Technology College
Towcester · 2 years
They ask for: 6 GCSEs at A*-C with at least one B grade plus English and/or Maths at grade C or above English GCSE grade B or above
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St George'S Academy
Sleaford · 2 years
They ask for: You should have Grade 6 or above at GCSE Music or at least a Merit at Level 2 BTEC Music. It is essential that those wishing to take the A Level Music course sh
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The Ecclesbourne School
Belper · 2 years
They ask for: 5 GCSES 4-9 or A*-C to include Maths and English Lang or Lit Grade 5 + GCSE Music Grade 5
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The King'S School, Grantham
Grantham · 2 years
They ask for: • An Attainment 8 (as defined by the DfE) score “Attainment 8” of 55.0 or greater. • Passes at Grades 4-9 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics. • Students w
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The Latimer Arts College
Kettering · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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The Priory Academy Lsst
Lincoln · 2 years
They ask for: Please see Sixth Form prospectus.
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The Robert Smyth Academy
Market Harborough · 2 years
They ask for: In order to gain entry into Robert Smyth Academy Sixth Form you will need a minimum of 36 points, including a grade 4 in English and maths from your best eight
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William Farr Cofe Comprehensive School
Lincoln · 2 years
They ask for: Entry Requirements - A Level Subjects | William Farr School - http://www.williamfarr.lincs.sch.uk/sixth-form/a-level-subjects
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Wqe and Regent College Group
Leicester · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Alcester Grammar School
Alcester · 22 months
They ask for: Grade 6 at GCSE, plus grade 5 in practical and theory
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Solihull · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 5-9 in Maths and English plus three other GCSE subjects at grade 5 or above AND Music GCSE Grade 6 at GCSE.
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Bishop Vesey'S Grammar School
Sutton Coldfield · 21 months
They ask for: Grade 7 at GCSE
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Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College
Coventry · 2 years
They ask for: Pupils are expected to have achieved a grade 6 in GCSE Music and will have passed or be around Grade 5 in music theory. Performance is 30% of the course and pup
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Campion School
Leamington Spa · 9 hours
They ask for: Standard of grade 6 on your chosen instrument.
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Hagley Catholic High School
Stourbridge · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in Music.Grade 3-5 in Music Theory is desirable, and Grade 5 on a musical instrument
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Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form
Tamworth · 2 years
They ask for: GCSE Music 5 or above / BTEC Merit - Distinction and Grade 5 performance and theory exam. If GCSE Music has not been studied, then Grade 5 theory will be accept
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Madeley Academy
2 years
They ask for: Students must achieve a minimum of 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics at Grade 6 or above At least one GCSE/BTEC Level 2 qua
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Newport Girls' High School Academy
Newport · 24 months
They ask for: Grade 6 in Music at GCSE or Grade 5 in Music Theory
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Painsley Catholic College
Stoke-On-Trent · 2 years
They ask for: College Entry Requirements: Minimum of 5 good grades at GCSE, including English and maths at a strong pass. Subject Specific Requirements: Ideally, a GCSE in mu
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Plantsbrook School
Sutton Coldfield · 2 years
They ask for: See pages 8-10 of prospectus.
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Prince Henry'S High School
Evesham · 2 years
They ask for: All students starting courses in Year 12 must have a minimum of 30 points across their best six GCSEs, and must have achieved the government's recommended thres
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Q3 Academy Great Barr
Birmingham · 2 years
They ask for: Requires minimum grade 5 in GCSE Music and minimum grade 5 standard on vocals or an instrument (nationally recognized qualification in music).
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St Joseph'S College
Stoke-On-Trent · 2 years
They ask for: 5 in GCSE Music or Distinction in Performing Arts (Music)/BTEC / RSL level 2 (music based) and 5 in GCSE English Language.
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Walsall Academy
Walsall · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music or Distinction in BTEC Music Practical experience in Music (preferably minimum Grade 5) – auditions to be held if no formal practical exam
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Aquinas College
Stockport · 10 months
They ask for: Please see website for details
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Bishop Heber High School
Malpas · 2 years
They ask for: 5 Grade 4 or above at GCSE
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Cheadle Hulme High School
Cheadle · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music or ability to play an instrument and read music at Grade 5 level.
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Clitheroe Royal Grammar School
Clitheroe · 2 years
They ask for: Students are required to meet the General Entry Requirement of a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 6 with at least GCSE grade 4 in English Language and Maths. In addi
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Formby High School
Liverpool · 2 years
They ask for: Minimum five 9-4 grades at GCSE to include grade 6 in GCSE Music or Grade 5 Music Theory and grade 5 Instrumental, alongside an equivalent level of competency o
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Holy Cross College
Bury · 2 years
They ask for: General College entry requirements. GCSE Music - Grade 4 or above and a minimum of grade 4 Practical. If BTEC Music has been studied, a minimum of a Merit is re
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Liverpool College
Liverpool · 2 years
They ask for: The minimum academic requirement for entry to sixth form at Liverpool College is six GCSE passes at grade C or above including English and Mathematics. Some cou
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Lymm High School
Lymm · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith
Penrith · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music or proof of practical expertise. Must be able to read music and perform to Grade 6 ABRSM or equivalent.
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Sale Grammar School
Sale · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum Attainment 8 score of 60. A grade 6 in GCSE English Language and Maths. A grade 6 in the subject you wish to study (or two grade 6s if you wish to stu
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St Anselm'S College
Prenton · 2 years
They ask for: Grade B at GCSE
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St John Rigby College
Wigan · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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The Fallibroome Academy
Macclesfield · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Ulverston Victoria High School
Ulverston · 2 years
They ask for: Instrumental/vocal performance standard equivalent to post-Grade 5 and at least a basic knowledge of notation at beginning of the course.
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Wirral Grammar School For Girls
Wirral · 2 years
They ask for: GSCE 6 grade 5 (or C) in any any subjects including Maths and English Language, with min. 5 at grades 6 (or B). 7 to do Maths, Chemistry, Physics. 6 to do Biolo
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Bede Academy
Blyth · 2 years
They ask for: • 5 GCSEs grades A* - C/9 to 4 including English and Mathematics • Grade 7 in GCSE Music is desirable • Grade 5 and above in any musical instrument or performan
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Cramlington Learning Village
Cramlington · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Jesmond Park Academy
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: Students must have achieved a minimum of a 5 in GCSE Music plus grade 4 associated board practical examination or equivalent. APS 4
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Ponteland High School
2 years
They ask for: ? Grade 5 in Music or Grade 5+ on any musical instrument
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Prudhoe Community High School
24 months
They ask for: Students must achieve 5 qualifications at Grade 4 or above to return to 6th Form at PCHS and must play an instrument.
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St Mary'S Catholic School
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 6 in Music
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St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College
2 years
They ask for: Five passes in GCSE at grade 4 or above. One of the five passes will include English at grade 4 or higher. GCSE Grade 5 or above in Music plus Grade 4 Instrumen
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St Thomas More Catholic School, Blaydon
Blaydon-On-Tyne · 18 months
They ask for: GCSE Grade B (or above)in course subject + 4 other GCSE Grade B (or above)
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The King Edward Vi School
Morpeth · 2 years
They ask for: See Prospectus on School Website
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Whitburn Church of England Academy
Sunderland · 18 months
They ask for: Grade 6 in GCSE Music. If Music has not been studied at GCSE, ABRSM (or equivalent) Grade 5.
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Franklin Sixth Form College
Grimsby · 2 years
They ask for: Level 3 general entry criteria + grade 6 GCSE Music ABRSM Grade 5 in Theory and Practical Instrument is also required
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Heckmondwike Grammar School
Heckmondwike · 21 months
They ask for: Achieving a minimum of a grade 5 in Mathematics. Achieving a minimum of a grade 5 in English Language or English Literature. Achieving at least 3 other GCSES at
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The North Halifax Grammar School
Halifax · 2 years
They ask for: NHGS Sixth Form entry requirements including a Grade 7 or above in GCSE Music.
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Thirsk School & Sixth Form College
Thirsk · 24 months
Entry requirements not listed.
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Thomas Rotherham College
24 months
They ask for: Grade 5 practical on an instrument or voice or a performance audition and interview for anyone without formal qualifications.
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Woodkirk Academy
Wakefield · 2 years
They ask for: See school website
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York College
York · 1 year
They ask for: Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/
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