Important Notes:
The exact content of each syllabus is available on the syllabuses page and is tailored to the specialisation of the candidate.
There are no unprepared elements (such as unprepared sight reading or aural tests) in MTB qualifications. Candidates are expected to practice all elements to be presented in the assessment (including the published reading and listening skills) as part of their preparation for taking the examination.
Grade 5 music theory is not required to move on to grade 6-8.
SEN
MTB graded exams are carried out by the teacher in their usual environment and there are no unprepared elements in the exam. Many SEN candidates therefore can be supported by preparing in their own time using their own proven learning methods. For any reasonable adjustment requests around SEN, please let us know by emailing enquiries@mtbexams.com and providing the following information:
- Name of candidate, instrument & grade.
- Reason for requesting a reasonable adjustment (e.g. dyslexia).
- How this affects their ability to take the qualification as it stands.
- Reasonable adjustment they would like to request that would potentially solve/assist with this.
- Please provide any further information and supporting documentation such as an official medical or similar letter confirming a diagnosis.
We will then reply to confirm whether we have been able to approve the reasonable adjustment request or if we need any further information.