Music Performance

Aquinas College in Stockport, Greater Manchester, established in 1980, is a prominent Catholic Sixth Form college serving around 2,500 students with a mission rooted in Gospel values. The college delivers a focused curriculum of A level and vocational pathways across four primary program streams, combining high academic standards with pastoral care and a strong sense of community. Its redevelopment and modern facilities support both study and enrichment activities.

Students benefit from specialist teaching, extensive learning resources, and guidance that supports progression to top universities and professional training. The college emphasizes a balanced education that includes academic challenge, personal development, and spiritual formation, while strong industry links and careers advice help students evaluate options for higher education and employment. Campus services include subject tutoring, wellbeing support, and extracurricular clubs.

For international students already resident in the UK, Aquinas provides a welcoming environment with learner services tailored to diverse needs and clear pathways to university admission. The college is well suited to students seeking concentrated sixth form study with robust pastoral care and university preparation. Applicants should demonstrate academic readiness, motivation for chosen subjects, and an interest in contributing to college life.

The Music Performance program at Aquinas College is a 2-year non-degree course for students who want to pursue a career in music performance. It helps students develop professional skills and prepares them for the music industry. The program takes place in Stockport, United Kingdom, and is taught in English.

The curriculum focuses on practical skills, with subjects like ensemble performance, creating musical material, and planning a career in the music industry. Students develop their technical and performance abilities through rehearsal and performance work, exploring a diverse repertoire from the 1950s to the present. They also learn production skills and industry knowledge.

Graduates of the Music Performance program can pursue careers as musicians, music producers, sound engineers, music teachers, or event managers. They can work in the music industry, education sector, or entertainment business, and have the skills to launch their own performance careers or start their own music-related businesses.