Musical, academic and English criteria for international students.
This page details entry requirement guidelines for our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, along with examples of standard academic requirements and acceptable English language qualifications. In addition to any requirements below, please note that you must be at least 18 years old at the beginning of your studies. Which for 2026 entry, will be the 2nd October 2026.
Academic and Musical Entry Requirements by Course
BA (Hons) Acting
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Audition
Applicants to BA (Hons) Acting will need to complete an audition.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
BA (Hons) Actor Musician
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Audition
Applicants to BA (Hons) Actor Musician will need to complete an audition.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Audition
Applicants to BA (Hons) Musical Theatre will need to complete an audition.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
BA (Hons) Classical Music
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements
a. Performance Standard
Performers are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 8 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
Composers/Songwriters are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 6 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
b. Musical Theory Standard
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at audition where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have played to ensure that they are suitable for the course.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
BA (Hons) Classical Music with Foundation Year
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 64 UCAS tariff points.
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements
a. Performance Standard
Applicants are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 6 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
b. Musical Theory Standard
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at audition where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have played to ensure that they are suitable for the course and to identify those applicants who need to take a Theory module at Level 3.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below
BA (Hons) Electronic Music Production
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Other Entry Requirements
Suitability for the Production pathway will be assessed by reference to application forms and personal statements, interviews, and applicants’ portfolios, as appropriate.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
BA (Hons) Film, TV & Games Music
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at interview where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have included in their portfolio to ensure that they are suitable for the course. They are expected to be at Grade 5 Music Theory standard.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below
BA (Hons) Film, TV & Games Music with Foundation Year
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 64 UCAS tariff points.
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at interview where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have included in their portfolio to ensure they are suitable for the course and to identify those applicants who need to take a Theory module at Level 3.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below
BA (Hons) Folk, Roots & Blues
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements
Performers are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 8 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
Composers/Songwriters are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 6 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below
BA (Hons) Jazz
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements
a. Performance Standard
Performers are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 8 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
Composers/Songwriters are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 6 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
b. Musical Theory Standard
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at audition where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have played to ensure that they are suitable for the course.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
BA (Hons) Jazz with Foundation Year
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 64 UCAS tariff points.
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements
a. Performance Standard
Applicants are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 6 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
b. Musical Theory Standard
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at audition where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have played to ensure that they are suitable for the course and to identify those applicants who need to take a Theory module at Level 3.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below
BA (Hons) Music Business and Events
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC)
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Other Entry Requirements
Suitability for the Business pathway will be assessed by reference to application forms and personal statements, interviews, and applicants’ portfolios, as appropriate.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
BA (Hons) Music Production
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Other Entry Requirements
Suitability for the Production pathway will be assessed by reference to application forms and personal statements, interviews, and applicants’ portfolios, as appropriate.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
BA (Hons) Popular Muisc
Academic Entry Requirements:
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements:
a. Performance Standard
Performers are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 8 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
b. Musical Theory Standard
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at audition where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have played to ensure that they are suitable for the course.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below
BA (Hons) Popular Music with Foundation Year
Academic Entry Requirements:
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 64 UCAS tariff points.
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements:
a. Performance Standard
Applicants are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 6 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
b. Musical Theory Standard
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at audition where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have played to ensure that they are suitable for the course and to identify those applicants who need to take a Theory module at Level 3.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below
BA (Hons) Songwriting
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements
a. Performance Standard
Performers are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 6 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
b. Musical Theory Standard
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at audition where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have played to ensure that they are suitable for the course.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
BA (Hons) Music (Songwriting with Foundation Year)
Academic Entry Requirements
We will review every application on an individual basis to assess academic eligibility which must be equivalent to 96 UCAS tariff points (UK A-Level CCC).
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Music Entry Requirements
a. Performance Standard
Applicants are expected to demonstrate at audition a playing/singing standard equivalent to Grade 6 ABRSM, London College of Music, Trinity College, or Rock School.
b. Musical Theory Standard
Applicants’ understanding of applied music theory will be assessed at audition where they will be asked questions about the theoretical elements of the pieces they have played to ensure that they are suitable for the course and to identify those applicants who need to take a Theory module at Level 3.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
Academic Entry Requirements
All postgraduate applications will be reviewed individually to assess academic eligibility, which requires at least a good honours degree or 2:2 classification, or equivalent.
See our comparison table below for required qualifications for certain countries.
Audition
Find out more and read our full guidance on our Postgraduate Auditions page.
English Language Entry Requirements
All international applicants must refer to our detailed guide on English language requirements, below.
English Language Requirements
More information regarding our English Language Requirements.
