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<p>Universities are autonomous from government, and consequently control the criteria
used to determine admissions. We are aware that some universities, notably those that
comprise the Russell Group, identify the A level subjects most likely to facilitate
entry to university. However, many other higher education institutions are guided
simply by UCAS calculations of tariff points, which give equal weighting to A levels,
regardless of subject. The government recognises the importance of arts subjects,
including music. Students’ ability to make informed choices is at the heart of our
recent reforms to higher education. The department is increasing the information available
to students to ensure they can make informed choices about what and where to study.</p>
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