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Music - A Level Course Leader: Alison Willis Email: [email protected] Fact File Chosen specification: WJEC GCE A Level in Music Entry requirements: vocal or instrumental performance to grade 4 standard and music theory to grade 4 standard or GCSE Music Progression routes: Music at Universities, Selecting Universities, Music Colleges or Conservatoires. Highlights of the course: scholarships, workshops and seminars, trips, musician in residence Course Summary This course is aimed at anyone interested in gaining a greater understanding of music. It is open to anyone who has a keen interest in studying European Art music as well as popular and contemporary music and who wishes to broaden their experience and deepen their understanding of both live and recorded music. If you enjoy performing, listening to music, composing or arranging, this course is ideally suited to you. You will develop performing, composing and listening analytical skills in almost equal measure. You will be listening to and studying a wide variety of music. You will develop an informed appreciation of how such music works, how and why it was written and/or performed. We live in an age of cultural diversity and, accordingly, the A Level Music course offers the opportunity to study a wide range of musical languages, seen within their cultural and historical contexts. QMC Music Department enjoys outstanding facilities, featuring top quality teaching and practice rooms, as well as a devoted performance space with two grand pianos and a professional recording studio. The course, taught by teachers specialising in composition and performance, provides outstanding opportunities for extra-curricular activities and extended projects, ranging from pit band for musical theatre productions, to chamber, brass and vocal ensembles, to music theory, to workshops and seminars on a variety of topics. It also hosts a musician in residence. You will be involved in many different activities including group work, individual study, tutorials, discussions, listening and performance projects. You will be given individual guidance and support in order to fulfil your potential. As part of the course, you will be offered a wide choice of extra-curricular musical activity. Specific entry requirements You will need enthusiasm for the subject, be able to sing or play a musical instrument to Grade 4 standard, know music theory to Grade 4 standard or have studied GCSE Music.

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Music - A LevelCourse Leader: Alison Willis

Email: [email protected]

Fact File• Chosen specification: WJEC GCE A Level in Music• Entry requirements: vocal or instrumental performance to grade 4 standard and music theory to grade 4 standard or GCSE Music• Progression routes: Music at Universities, Selecting Universities, Music Colleges or Conservatoires.• Highlights of the course: scholarships, workshops and seminars, trips, musician in residence

Course SummaryThis course is aimed at anyone interested in gaining a greater understanding of music. It is open to anyone who has a keen interest in studying European Art music as well as popular and contemporary music and who wishes to broaden their experience and deepen their understanding of both live and recorded music. If you enjoy performing, listening to music, composing or arranging, this course is ideally suited to you. You will develop performing, composing and listening analytical skills in almost equal measure. You will be listening to and studying a wide variety of music. You will develop an informed appreciation of how such music works, how and why it was written and/or performed. We live in an age of cultural diversity and, accordingly, the A Level Music course offers the opportunity to study a wide range of musical languages, seen within their cultural and historical contexts.

QMC Music Department enjoys outstanding facilities, featuring top quality teaching and practice rooms, as well as a devoted performance space with two grand pianos and a professional recording studio.

The course, taught by teachers specialising in composition and performance, provides outstanding opportunities for extra-curricular activities and extended projects, ranging from pit band for musical theatre productions, to chamber, brass and vocal ensembles, to music theory, to workshops and seminars on a variety of topics. It also hosts a musician in residence. You will be involved in many different activities including group work, individual study, tutorials, discussions, listening and performance projects. You will be given individual guidance and support in order to fulfil your potential. As part of the course, you will be offered a wide choice of extra-curricular musical activity.

Specific entry requirementsYou will need enthusiasm for the subject, be able to sing or play a musical instrument to Grade 4 standard, know music theory to Grade 4 standard or have studied GCSE Music.

Progression skills and opportunitiesYou will gain knowledge and understanding of music as a practical, intellectual and creative subject. The course aims to encourage you to: • Extend your knowledge, skills and understanding needed to communicate through music and take part in music making• Engage in, and extend your appreciation of, the diverse and dynamic heritage of music, promoting spiritual and cultural development • Develop your particular strengths and interests, encouraging lifelong learning and providing access to music-related careers provide a worthwhile, satisfying and complete course of study • Develop your imagination, fostering creativity and promoting your personal and social development• Recognise the interdependence of musical skills, knowledge and understanding and the links between the activities of performing/ realising, composing and appraising

Students completing the course successfully will have a thorough understanding of Music, highly honed analytical and creative skills and an ability to communicate effectively with others.

This qualification is good preparation for going on to study Music at Universities, Selecting Universities, Music College or Conservatoires. Music combines well and contrasts with Mathematics and Science, Modern Foreign Languages, Media Studies and other arts subjects. Music is accepted as an academic subject for entrance to Higher Education. Universities and other centres of Higher Education welcome it as an entrance qualification for a wide range of courses. In addition, during the course you will develop communication and teamwork abilities, which are highly valued by employers. Students continue their studies further at Music Colleges, Universities, Colleges of Higher Education or Conservatoires. Others simply enjoy making music for pleasure.

How is the course assessed?A level music is 100% externally assessed. You can opt to specialise in Performing or Composing.Component 1: Performing – as soloist or in ensemble - non examined, externally assessed – 35% or 25%Component 2: Composing – composing to set briefs - non examined, externally assessed – 35% or 25%Components 1 and 2 together total weight must add up to 60% of the final markComponent 3: Appraising – studying and analysing music - exam paper - 40% of the final markThe first year provides a foundation in the subject and is made up of 3 units addressing the components of i) Performing, ii) Composing and iii) Appraising. The second year extends these foundation studies in three further units addressing the same components but at a higher level of knowledge and competence.

What topics will I be studying?• Area of study A: The Western Classical Tradition (The Development of the Symphony 1750-1900)• One area of study from: Area of study B: Rock and Pop, Area of study C: Musical Theatre, Area of study D: Jazz• One area of study from: Area of study E: Into the Twentieth Century, Area of study F: Into the Twenty-first Century

Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?At the start of the course materials and resources will be made available to you and on the virtual learning environment.

Art, Craft and Design - A LevelHead of Department: James Fraser-Murison

Email: [email protected]

Fact File• For students planning a career in Art and Design, the A Level course will have the necessary breadth of work for entry onto a Degree or Foundation degree in Art and Design.• Some students study a one year full-time Art and Design Foundation course before progressing to degree level. A few students go directly into work related areas. Typical career options include fine art, illustration, textile design, interiors, fashion design, fashion promotion and three-dimensional design, including jewellery, costume and theatre.• Combines well with many other subjects at A level including other Art, Design or Media A levels.

Course SummaryArt, Craft & Design is a multi-disciplinary course which involves working with a wide variety of techniques and processes. In the first year, the course expands and develops students’ practical skills, knowledge and understanding of materials. Students will learn a wide variety of drawing, printmaking, craft and textile techniques and will create exciting contemporary artwork in two and three dimensions. This is deal if you want to explore processes and techniques from across the department.

During the second year the course seeks to build on the knowledge gained during the first year and develop the ability to work independently through sustained investigations, development of ideas and in depth analysis. Students will work on a variety of briefs but they will be more personally directed and in depth. The conclusion of the 2 year A level course will be for students to present two components of work in the form of a portfolio with an externally set assignment.

Specific entry requirementsIt is recommended that you have a grade 5 or above in an Art or relevant Technology subject. If this is not applicable, you should bring a small portfolio of work to your enrolment interview.

Being open to experimentation and to trying new things, as well as having a creative outlook and a willingness to work hard, is highly valued.

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Music - A LevelCourse Leader: Alison Willis

Email: [email protected]

Fact File• Chosen specification: WJEC GCE A Level in Music• Entry requirements: vocal or instrumental performance to grade 4 standard and music theory to grade 4 standard or GCSE Music• Progression routes: Music at Universities, Selecting Universities, Music Colleges or Conservatoires.• Highlights of the course: scholarships, workshops and seminars, trips, musician in residence

Course SummaryThis course is aimed at anyone interested in gaining a greater understanding of music. It is open to anyone who has a keen interest in studying European Art music as well as popular and contemporary music and who wishes to broaden their experience and deepen their understanding of both live and recorded music. If you enjoy performing, listening to music, composing or arranging, this course is ideally suited to you. You will develop performing, composing and listening analytical skills in almost equal measure. You will be listening to and studying a wide variety of music. You will develop an informed appreciation of how such music works, how and why it was written and/or performed. We live in an age of cultural diversity and, accordingly, the A Level Music course offers the opportunity to study a wide range of musical languages, seen within their cultural and historical contexts.

QMC Music Department enjoys outstanding facilities, featuring top quality teaching and practice rooms, as well as a devoted performance space with two grand pianos and a professional recording studio.

The course, taught by teachers specialising in composition and performance, provides outstanding opportunities for extra-curricular activities and extended projects, ranging from pit band for musical theatre productions, to chamber, brass and vocal ensembles, to music theory, to workshops and seminars on a variety of topics. It also hosts a musician in residence. You will be involved in many different activities including group work, individual study, tutorials, discussions, listening and performance projects. You will be given individual guidance and support in order to fulfil your potential. As part of the course, you will be offered a wide choice of extra-curricular musical activity.

Specific entry requirementsYou will need enthusiasm for the subject, be able to sing or play a musical instrument to Grade 4 standard, know music theory to Grade 4 standard or have studied GCSE Music.

Royal College of Art, London College of Fashion, Royal School of Needlework, UCA (Farnham,Epsom), UAL (Kingston, Camberwell), Manchester Metropolitan, Bournemouth, Falmouth,Brighton, Winchester and UWE (Bristol).

How is the course assessed?The course is divided into 18 Units which are all equally weighted. 9 units are completed in year 1 for the Subsidiary Diploma and 9 units in year 2 to complete the Extended Diploma which is equivalent to 3 A levels. Each unit is marked at Pass, Merit or Distinction.

What topics will I be studying?• Painting and Drawing• Printmaking• Textiles• Digital and film photography• Illustration• Typography• 3D Design• Contemporary Fine Art• Digital Art• Branding

Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?The studio fee of £125 per year covers most of the materials that students will require. Students may wish to purchase additional craft materials to develop additional skills within their area of interest. There will be the opportunity to take part in a residential trip.

Progression skills and opportunitiesYou will gain knowledge and understanding of music as a practical, intellectual and creative subject. The course aims to encourage you to: • Extend your knowledge, skills and understanding needed to communicate through music and take part in music making• Engage in, and extend your appreciation of, the diverse and dynamic heritage of music, promoting spiritual and cultural development • Develop your particular strengths and interests, encouraging lifelong learning and providing access to music-related careers provide a worthwhile, satisfying and complete course of study • Develop your imagination, fostering creativity and promoting your personal and social development• Recognise the interdependence of musical skills, knowledge and understanding and the links between the activities of performing/ realising, composing and appraising

Students completing the course successfully will have a thorough understanding of Music, highly honed analytical and creative skills and an ability to communicate effectively with others.

This qualification is good preparation for going on to study Music at Universities, Selecting Universities, Music College or Conservatoires. Music combines well and contrasts with Mathematics and Science, Modern Foreign Languages, Media Studies and other arts subjects. Music is accepted as an academic subject for entrance to Higher Education. Universities and other centres of Higher Education welcome it as an entrance qualification for a wide range of courses. In addition, during the course you will develop communication and teamwork abilities, which are highly valued by employers. Students continue their studies further at Music Colleges, Universities, Colleges of Higher Education or Conservatoires. Others simply enjoy making music for pleasure.

How is the course assessed?A level music is 100% externally assessed. You can opt to specialise in Performing or Composing.Component 1: Performing – as soloist or in ensemble - non examined, externally assessed – 35% or 25%Component 2: Composing – composing to set briefs - non examined, externally assessed – 35% or 25%Components 1 and 2 together total weight must add up to 60% of the final markComponent 3: Appraising – studying and analysing music - exam paper - 40% of the final markThe first year provides a foundation in the subject and is made up of 3 units addressing the components of i) Performing, ii) Composing and iii) Appraising. The second year extends these foundation studies in three further units addressing the same components but at a higher level of knowledge and competence.

What topics will I be studying?• Area of study A: The Western Classical Tradition (The Development of the Symphony 1750-1900)• One area of study from: Area of study B: Rock and Pop, Area of study C: Musical Theatre, Area of study D: Jazz• One area of study from: Area of study E: Into the Twentieth Century, Area of study F: Into the Twenty-first Century

Will I need any specialist materials or equipment?At the start of the course materials and resources will be made available to you and on the virtual learning environment.

Cliddesden Road, Basingstoke, Hants, RG21 3HF Tel: 01256 417500 Email: [email protected] www.qmc.ac.uk