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AAB-BBB including Music. (Grade A in 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.

AAABB-AAAB at Higher Grade, including Grade A in 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.

A minimum of 33-35 points with a minimum of Grade 6 in 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.

A1A1A1B1B-AAABB at Higher Level, to include Grade A Music.

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.

Applicants will be considered on an individual basis.

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

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.

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.

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

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