Folk and Traditional Music BMus Honours
UCAS Code: W340 (4 Years)

All candidates are considered on an individual basis. If your qualifications are not listed here, please see our additional entry requirements web pages to find out which other qualifications are considered. 

+ A Levels

AAB-BBB including Music. (AS level Music may be considered, but will depend on the combination of subjects/qualifications being studied.)

In usual circumstances offers will be made at the upper end of this range. However, we will consider giving offers at the lower end of the range to candidates who demonstrate themselves at audition to be performers of exceptional ability, but whose predicted or achieved academic grades are in the lower end of our offer range.

+ Scottish Qualifications

AAABB-AAAB at Higher Grade, including Music. Combination of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. In usual circumstances offers will be made at the upper end of this range. However, we will consider giving offers at the lower end of the range to candidates who demonstrate themselves at audition to be performers of exceptional ability, but whose predicted or achieved academic grades are in the lower end of our offer range.

+ International Baccalaureate

A minimum of 33-35 points with Music at Higher Level. In usual circumstances offers will be made at the upper end of this range. However, we will consider giving offers at the lower end of the range to candidates who demonstrate themselves at audition to be performers of exceptional ability, but whose predicted or achieved academic grades are in the lower end of our offer range.

+ Irish Leaving Certificate

A1A1A1B1B-AAABB at Higher Level, to include Music.

+ Access Qualifications

Level 3 units in Music (including Music Theory) required. At least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and, in addition, at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit.

+ BTEC Level 5 HND

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

+ BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

In a music-related subject, at overall DDD-DDM, plus evidence of ‘academic’ writing on music if not fulfilled by choice of units.

+ Cambridge Pre-U

D3,D3,M2-M2,M2,M2 in Principal Subjects including Music.

In usual circumstances offers will be made at the upper end of this range. However, we will consider giving offers at the lower end of the range to candidates who demonstrate themselves at audition to be performers of exceptional ability, but whose predicted or achieved academic grades are in the lower end of our offer range.

+ PARTNERS - A Levels

BBC including Music. AS level Music may be considered, but will depend on the combination of subjects/qualifications being studied.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ PARTNERS - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC National Diploma)

In a music-related subject, at overall MMM, plus evidence of 'academic' writing on music if not fulfilled by choice of units.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

+ Additional Information

Performance ability is a primary criterion for selection and applicants will need to produce appropriate evidence of performance skills achieved. All applicants who we consider may be suitable for the course will be interviewed and auditioned.

Applicants with musical experience but without standard qualifications are considered at a consultative interview prior to application.

Students with advanced skills in performance of folk and traditional music may be exempted from some of the requirements for the qualifications listed.

Any potential applicant is invited to contact the Degree Programme Director, Catriona Macdonald (catriona.macdonald@ncl.ac.uk), to discuss the course and their suitability for it.

+ English Language Requirements

For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Visit our International Students webpages to find out more about our English language admission requirements and English language support courses offered by INTO Newcastle University.

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