BMus (Hons) Music
Entry Requirements
Entry to the BMus programmes is by audition
(or by interview for composers and creative music technology
applicants). As a guide to the minimum standard required for
entry, we expect instrumental and vocal candidates to be able to
demonstrate musical ability equivalent to that required to gain a
Distinction at ABRSM Grade VIII. Composers and Creative Music
Technology applicants will be asked to send examples of their
creative work to discuss at interview.
Candidates who are successful at
audition/interview are usually expected to gain at least two A
Levels including Music, at grade C or above (or equivalent
qualifications) prior to entry. Equivalent qualifications
include Scottish Highers, BTEC National Diploma/Certificate, WBQ,
International Baccalaureate, Advanced GNVQ, AVCE or Advanced
Diploma (Level 3) and recognised international
qualifications. ABRSM theory qualifications at Grade VI or
above may also be considered as an alternative to A Levels. In any
case, the minimum conditions attached to any offer of a place are
based on individual applications/ auditions, and will often be
higher than the minimum requirements stated above.
International applicants whose first language is
not English will need to gain a recognised English language
qualification e.g. IELTS, TOEFL or equivalent. For the BMus
(Hons) Music course you will need to achieve an overall IELTS 5.5
with no lower than 5.0 in reading, writing, listening or speaking
components (or equivalent qualification).