Music RSL
University of Kent Academies Trust Sixth Form (Brompton Academy and Chatham Grammar)
Brompton Academy and Chatham Grammar, Marlborough Road, Gillingham and Rainham Road, Chatham, Kent, ME7 5HT
Available start dates
Available start dates
Application Instructions
Applications Open: Thursday 13th November 2025
Applications Close: Tuesday 31st March 2026
How to apply:
Internal applicants (Brompton Academy & Chatham Grammar) - Apply via Applicaa using this link https://bromptonukat.applicaa.com
External applicants - Apply via KentChoices using this link - https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/login. Please note - after sending your application, you'll receive a welcome email from Applicaa asking for further information.
Entry requirements:
Students must met the overall entry requirements and the subject entry requirements.
Overall entry requirements:
A Levels: 5 GCSEs at grade 5-9, including English and mathematics
Applied General Qualifications : 5 GCSEs at grade 4-9, including English and mathematics
Subject entry requirements:
Subject entry criteria can be found on subject pages.
Chelsea FC and Kent Crusaders Basketball Instructions:
Students must choose three (3) different subject options from three different Option Blocks (you cannot choose the same subject more than once). If a student is selecting the Chelsea FC or Kent Crusaders options, they will need to pick 3 A Levels/BTECS to study alongside this. Students should ensure they are predicted or have achieved grades that meet the entry criteria for chosen options by consulting the UKAT Sixth Form Course booklet. The blocking structure can be amended dependent on course sign up and other timetabling factors.
Course Summary
Learners can tailor the course to suit their strengths by choosing one of three specialist pathways: Performance (instrumental or vocal), Production (music creation using technology), or Business (planning and managing music events). The course develops a wide range of skills including musicianship, rehearsal techniques, understanding music styles, live and recorded performance, and music industry knowledge.
Course Details
How will it be delivered and assessed?
All students complete three core units: one externally assessed (based on their chosen pathway) and two internally assessed: Planning for a Career in Music and Understanding Music Styles. Additional optional units allow for further specialisation. Assessment is a combination of internal and external coursework, with no final exam. Students are continually evaluated through practical and written tasks, encouraging ongoing development and creativity. management, event planning, publishing, and broadcasting
Entry requirements
Grade 9-4 in five GCSE’s including a minimum and a grade 6 or level 2 merit in Music. An audition if not applicable.
Your next steps...
The qualification is equivalent to one and a half A Levels and awards between 24 and 84 UCAS points. It supports progression to university music courses or careers in areas such as performance, composition, music production, teaching, arts
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