Start your enrolment process to School of Contemporary Music (SCM) College today! If you need assistance or are unsure of which program or qualification is right for you, contact us and a representative will be in touch to assist you further.

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You can apply to higher education courses at School of Contemporary Music (SCM) College directly if you are:

 

• Making a single application to School of Contemporary Music (SCM) College only

• A Mature Applicant no longer attending school or college (18+)

• An International Student. Please visit the International Students section

 

APPLYING DIRECT TO SCHOOL OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC (SCM) COLLEGE

 

Applying directly is easy. Simply:

 

1. Visit our how to apply page to start your music journey.

2. Be sure to read and accept the Terms and Conditions along with the Fees Policy available at www.schoolofcmusic.org/regulations.

 

In order to speed up your application, please ensure that you submit all relevant documentation.

 

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I APPLY?

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If you have demonstrated your suitability for the course, we’ll make you an Offer of Study. Once you have accepted your place, we’ll send you a welcome email with useful information on how to prepare for your educational journey at School of Contemporary Music (SCM) College.

 

NEXT STEPS

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How to accept your offer to study at School of Contemporary Music (SCM) College

 

• Accept your UNCONDITIONAL offer of study by signing and returning the 'Acceptance of Offer Form' which forms part of the offer pack which is emailed to you from the School of Contemporary Music (SCM) College Admissions team.

 

• If you have a CONDITIONAL offer, hold your place by accepting online.

 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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All applications are reviewed by the Admissions Team. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your suitability for the course through:

 

• Your personal statement and/or portfolio

• Your qualifications or predicted grades (these are supplied by your school or college)

• Your academic or personal references, where applicable

 

MAY, SEPTEMBER 2023/24 ENTRY

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A minimum such as GCSE's Grades A* - C; including English Language or suitable equivalent, such as Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills or Adult Literacy/Numeracy. Others example of equivalent qualifications include: ABRSM Grades 5.

 

HOW SCM COLLEGE SELECTS STUDENTS

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Due to the creative nature of our courses, it is not only your academic capabilities that interest us. We will also consider your creative potential and your commitment to your creative music studies. You can demonstrate this through your personal statement and/or by submitting a portfolio.

 

Get in touch at enquiries@schoolofcmusic.org if you are predicted points or holding points below School of Contemporary Music (SCM) College typical offer.

 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

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Non-native English speaking students need to meet our English language requirement of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent). If English is not your first language, we accept a range of recognised language qualifications that are equivalent to the IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.

 

If you require a student visa to study in the UK, you must take an approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) to fulfil government visa requirements. Please read more about language requirements and information for International students.