Music qualifications
There's a wealth of music qualifications available and we know our students follow a variety of pathways into higher education. We treat all applicants on an individual basis, and we gladly accept students with a whole range of different qualifications. If you are unsure whether you meet our entry requirements contact us.
Common qualifications
- A or B in music or music technology at A level
- ABRSM Graded Theory Grade 5
- Trinity or Rockschool Theory grade 6
Accepted A-Level alternatives
- BTEC Extended Certificate in Music
- Rockschool Level 3 Diploma for Music Practioners (you'll also need ABRSM Grade 5 Theory)
- BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Music Technology
- BTEC National Diploma in Music Technology
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Music Technology
- UAL – Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance and Production
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Music
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Music
Alternatives to ABRSM Grade 5 Theory
- Rockschool Popular Music Theory Grade 6
- Trinity Theory of Music Grade 6
- University of West London/London College of Music (LCM) Grade 5 Popular Music Theory or Grade 5 Theory of Music
Qualifications that need ABRSM G5 Theory (or equivalent)
- Rockschool Level 3 Diploma for Music Practioners – Performance, Technology, Business
- BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sound Engineering
- BTEC Extended Certificate in Digital Music Production
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Music
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Music Performance (0.5 of an A Level)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Music Technology (0.5 of an A Level)
Find out more about our degrees
Music BA
Music and Music Technology BA
Music and Philosophy BA
Music with Foundation Year BA