Music Performance BTEC at Fulston

Applications Open: - Friday 14 November 2025

Applications Close: - 13 February 2026. Applications may be considered after this date but it is strongly advised to apply before this deadline.

Entry Requirements: - Admission to courses - This is based on your needs and staff advice, but you should be aware of these points: 1. You will need to obtain a minimum of six GCSE passes at Level 5 or above including Mathematics and English (a minimum of a grade 5 in the reformed GCSE qualifications in English and Mathematics) and grades 9-6 in their preferred A-Level subjects or nearest equivalents. 2. Subjects have clear entry requirements. You will find these under the course details or from Subject Heads.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices (Internal and External Students)

External Applicants - please click here (This form is for external candidates and parents/carers to book a slot to ask any questions about the admissions process and Sixth Form at Highsted Grammar School). Please be aware that it is first come, first served. We will try our best to accommodate your preferences but this might not always be possible).

Internal candidates - should contact their Head of Year directly.

WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?

Studying music encourages self-discipline and diligence – traits that lead to effective study and work habits. If you enjoy performing and composing music and have a desire to learn about how it actually works then music can be a very rewarding choice at KS5. Music is a versatile subject and can be easily combined with other subjects from the arts, humanities, languages, sciences and maths.

AIMS OF THE COURSE

Examine the signs and symbols used in musical notation and explore the application of melodic composition based on musical elements

Explore the application of chords and cadences for composition or arrangement.

Understand the importance of professional practice in the music industry.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the skills needed for rehearsals and ensemble performance.

Explore and develop the skills required for a solo performance.

1. Practical Music Theory and Harmony (Assessed Internally)

2. Professional Practice in the Music Industry (Assessed Externally)

3. Ensemble Music Performance (Assessed Externally)

4. Solo Performance (Assessed Internally)

Rehearsal schedules and logs

Rehearsal and performance videos

Presentations

To be accepted onto this course a student should have at least 5 GCSEs at grades 9-5 (or equivalent). It is preferred that students should have studied GCSE Music and have at least a Grade 5. Students need to be able to play an instrument and have individual tuition. They must be able to read musical notation.