What percentage is each grade in A-Level Music?
Grade boundaries change every session, so percentages aren't fixed. Based on the Cambridge November 2025 boundaries for papers 02, 03, 04, 12, here's the percentage needed for each grade in Music (9483).
| Grade | Min mark | Min percentage |
|---|---|---|
| A* | 434/500 | 87% |
| A | 380/500 | 76% |
| B | 326/500 | 66% |
| C | 279/500 | 56% |
| D | 233/500 | 47% |
| E | 187/500 | 38% |
Papers 02, 03, 04, 12 · maximum mark 500 · November 2025.
FAQ
What percentage is an A* in A-Level Music?
In November 2025 (Papers 02, 03, 04, 12), an A* needed about 87% (434/500). Boundaries shift slightly each session.
What percentage is a pass (grade E) in A-Level Music?
A grade E — the minimum pass at A-Level — needed roughly 38% in November 2025. Anything below E is ungraded (U).
Are these A-Level Music percentages official?
They are derived from the official Cambridge grade threshold tables. Boundaries are set per session, so use these as a guide and confirm with your exam board.