GCSE

Online GCSE Music Course

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Course Introduction

The GCSE Music Course currently follows the OCR specification and includes an opportunity for students to develop as performers, composers and rounded musicians.

The qualification consists of three main components:


  • Performance – developing performance skills on your instrument(s)
  • Composing - developing simple to more advanced composition skills and knowledge
  • Listening & Appraising – understanding musical theory and knowledge of a wide range of musical styles & genres

GCSE Music provides the opportunity for learners to acquire and develop the knowledge and skills needed to progress to Higher Education study. The course also enables learners to develop social and emotional skills such as communication and confidence through meeting other like-minded students from across the globe!


The course is led by Paul Willsher, a highly experienced Secondary Head of Music with over 16 years of experience teaching KS3 and GCSE Music, Music Technology and A Level Music. Paul also coordinates and leads our Music courses at OCAD. Originally a Brass & Percussion specialist, he comes from a background of Brass Bands and Big Bands. He then discovered Music Technology and Music Production whilst at university and began developing his combined knowledge and skills throughout his degree at the University of Salford.


Paul is here to support you every step of the way, so please contact him if you have any queries or questions about the course on: mr.willsher@artcoursework.com

Work produced on this course

Course overview

Entry Requirements

10 years or over, No previous music qualifications are required and enthusiastic beginners are welcome but any student not currently having regular lessons must agree to learning to play an instrument or sing in addition to the live lessons as musical performance is a key part of the course (30%). There are opportunities to do this online through the school: please contact the school for details.

2 years typically but can be extended for additional annual fee: available all year around – enrolling now. One year Intensive course available to capable musicians (Grade 5) or pupils who have studied GCSE music year 1 or similar course before. Enrolment for intensive course is September only.

  • Home Broadband
  • PC or Mac with any of the following Music Software installed i.e. GarageBand / Cubase / Logic / Ableton / Bandlab / Soundtrap / Musescore / Sibelius
  • MIDI Keyboard / Instrument of your choice - the Course Leader will be able to advise on specific equipment required
  • An instrument of your choice, including voice (essential)

Success on the GCSE Music course could ideally lead on to A Level Music or our Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology.


Suggested universities for progression:

Duration

Requirements

Progression

How it works

Throughout the course, students are guided through the various units via online lessons which can be viewed at a time convenient for the individual, whether live, or recorded. Live lessons are taught twice weekly, which are also recorded for students to catch up on, or to watch again. Lessons will initially focus on developing composing skills and listening & appraising. One-to-one support sessions are available, if required, with the tutor to discuss each unit and assignment, and provide feedback on progress. The course begins with Induction where students discuss their previous background and desired route through the course and beyond. Students are guided through an overview of the course and what is required.

Assessment

Feedback is provided on each piece of work and each assignment set for students. This can be via chat or interactive through the sharing of submitted work. Final submissions are marked in accordance with the specification assessment criteria and moderated with colleagues also experienced with the OCR specification.

Structure of the course

The course will follow the current OCR GCSE specification.


Term 1

  • Listening & Appraising – Pop/Rock/Film Music
  • Composition Skills – constructing Melody & Rhythm – basic use of chords/harmony

Term 2

  • Listening & Appraising - Concerto Through Time
  • Developing Composition Skills

Term 3

  • Listening & Appraising – Rhythms of The World
  • Composition Skills – Developing Composition Coursework

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Fees

Outside UK

Outside UK

£1999 for standard 2 year course - intensive 1 year available for international students cost £2999

£1999 for standard 2 year course - intensive 1 year available for international students cost £2999

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Outside Europe

Outside Europe

£1999 for standard 2 year course - intensive 1 year available for international students cost £2999

£1999 for standard 2 year course - intensive 1 year available for international students cost £2999

UK fee

UK Fee

£999 GBP for standard 2 year course


One year Intensive course available to capable musicians (Grade 5) or pupils who have studied GCSE music year 1 or similar course before. Enrolment for intensive course is September only £1999.99 GBP 

£999 GBP for standard 2 year course


One year Intensive course available to capable musicians (Grade 5) or pupils who have studied GCSE music year 1 or similar course before. Enrolment for intensive course is September only £1999.99 GBP 

Concessions are available for recipients of state benefits.

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