How many UCAS points do you get for playing an instrument?

Play a Musical Instrument A Pass at Grade 6 will get you 5 points, and a Distinction at Grade 8 will earn you a massive 75 points!

How many UCAS points is a music diploma worth?

UCAS Points Awarded for Music Practitioners (Vocational Qualifications)

Qualification	Pass	Distinction*
Level 3 Certificate	4	14
Level 3 Extended Certificate	8	28
Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma	24	84
Level 3 Diploma	32	112

What is the highest guitar grade?

Grades 1 and 2 are very basic and Grade 8 is the highest grade.

How many UCAS points are Lamda exams worth?

LAMDA QUALIFICATIONS and UCAS

Attainment Level	Grade 6	Grade 8
Distinction	12 points	30 points
Merit	10 points	27 points
Pass	8 points	24 points

Does Grade 8 music count as an A-level?

The simple answer is: yes (but it’s not quite that simple). Grade 8 piano is classed as a Level 3 qualification in the UK. Level 3 qualifications include A-levels, amongst other qualifications. This means that Grade 8 is the equivalent of an A-level in that it falls in the same classification bracket as A-Levels.

How can I get 200 UCAS points?

3 genius ways to get extra UCAS points

1. Volunteer. ASDAN offer community-based courses that can get you plenty of extra UCAS points, such as the CoPE (16 UCAS points) and Wider Key Skills (3 different qualifications available, 8 points each).
2. Take an extra AS Level.
3. Learn an instrument (or get graded)
4. Become a tutor.

Do you get UCAS points for a music diploma?

UCAS tariff points are awarded to students attaining LCM Advanced Level music qualifications (grades 6, 7 and 8), in both practical and theory subjects. Admissions staff often look favourably on students with practical music exam qualifications, as they indicate motivation, self-discipline and organisational skills.

Can you skip a grade in Trinity?

You can always skip grades in Trinity Exams, you can go for any grade you want if you can play and understand the pieces of the same. Don’t forget to get your teacher’s advise as he/she is the one who can judge your level of playing.

Are there guitar exams?

Guitar exams consist of three pieces, scales and arpeggios, sight-reading and aural tests. Total marks in all individual Practical exams are 150.

Can you skip LAMDA grades?

The exam grades are not dictated by a young person’s age. There are three introductory exams for younger children, who can start aged 5. Then there is an Entry exam followed by Grades 1 to 8. When appropriate children can skip a grade.

Does LAMDA count as a qualification?

Lamda is Ofqual recognised and therefore is an actual ‘qualification’ and can be taken at four levels: Entry Level.

Can you put music grades on UCAS?

Trinity College London’s Level 3 qualifications (Grades 6-8) in music performance and theory are included in the UK Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) tariff, and attract UCAS points for university and higher education entry.

What are the UCAS music grades and why are they important?

These UCAS points will prove useful not just for students applying for Higher Education music courses, but also for students applying to non-music courses – i.e. UCAS and university admissions staff now recognise the value music grade exams can have across all subject areas as they indicate motivation, self-discipline and organisational skills.

Are rgt@lcm exams regulated?

From Grade One onwards RGT@LCM grade exams are regulated by the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) and UCAS points are awarded for Grade 6 and above. Gain a useful and internationally recognised qualification. Find out, via a reliable and independent assessment, what standard your playing is.

How do I use the rgt@lcm calculator?

Use the RGT@LCM’s calculator to see the UCAS points awarded for each examination level. (You can also add your A level and AS level results.) Type in the course titles (e.g. Electric Guitar) Select the type of qualification (e.g. Grade 6) Select the pass level you achieved (e.g. Merit)

Are guitar teachers regulated in the UK?

From Grade One onwards, graded and diploma exams are regulated by Ofqual, with UCAS points available for grades 6-8. RGT@LCM publishes a directory of registered electric, acoustic, classical, jazz guitar teachers and bass teachers in the UK and overseas.