Three A-Levels at grade C. All A-Level subjects accepted excludingGeneral Studies. Points from AS and Key Skills are not counted.

Minimum of five GCSEs grade C (these should normally include Mathsand English Language). For applicants taking the reformed GCSEqualifications, we will consider the new grade 4 as being equivalent toa grade C.Minimum of 96 UCAS points is normally required. This equates to:* Three A-Levels at grade C. All A-Level subjects accepted excludingGeneral Studies. Points from AS and Key Skills are not counted* BTEC Extended Diploma – Merit, Merit, Merit* BTEC Diploma – Distinction, DistinctionWe accept all equivalent UK and overseas qualifications includingAdvanced Diplomas, Irish Leaving Certificate, Scottish Highers, European, International and Welsh Baccalaureate, Abitur, Vitnemål and SAT/ACT.At least one of your Level 3 qualifications as listed above shouldnormally be in Music and/or Music Technology. If you don’t have thisexperience, please contact our Admissions team for guidance.You should be able to demonstrate a good working understanding ofmusic theory, even as a singer-songwriter. If you are a UK applicant youshould attain a Grade 5 Music Theory qualification by the time you enrolwith us (you don’t need it at the time you apply). We test your musictheory skills at audition and if you score a high mark we may waive therequirement for a formal Grade 5 Music Theory qualification. If you arean overseas student you are also tested on your music theory ability atyour audition and, if needs be, are advised about the steps to take if youneed to improve.

BTEC Extended Diploma – Merit, Merit, Merit