Music

Assessment

The AS and A2 exam follow similar components of study over two academic years: Component 1: Performing (25% or 35%) Component 2: Composing (25% or 35%) Component 3: Appraisal (40%) A final recital for component 1 and the compositions submitted for component 2 are assessed at the end of the two-year programme of study. Component 3 is assessed in the form of a 2 hr 15 min written paper at the end of the course. All work is externally assessed.