Foundation 7 Music School
Become Internationally Certified
Take Your Music Further with MTB Exams
Completing a Foundation 7 level earns a school certificate. An MTB certificate is a separate, optional UK board qualification. Foundation 7 offers students the opportunity to pursue that international qualification through the Music Teachers’ Board (MTB), London, United Kingdom.
Ofqual-regulated music qualifications
An internationally recognised standard
MTB is a UK awarding organisation offering Ofqual-regulated music qualifications, with graded examinations designed to recognise achievement and provide musicians with a structured pathway for continued development. Practical Grades are available from Grade 1 to Grade 8, with Grades 6–8 also eligible for UCAS Tariff points.
Whether you are learning music for personal development, preparing for further study, or building your credentials as a musician, MTB certification gives you the opportunity to have your skills assessed against an internationally recognised standard.
01 / Practical pathway
Practical Instrument Certification
Turn your ability into a recognised qualification.
Practical examinations are ideal for musicians who want to become certified in their chosen instrument. Candidates prepare progressively through the grades, developing their performance, technique and musicianship while working towards a formal qualification.
MTB Practical Grades assess proficiency on the candidate’s chosen instrument and are marked by specialist examiners in that instrument.
Learn. Develop. Perform. Become Certified.
Practical examination fees
Performance exam with recording submission and UK certificate shipping.
| Grade | Fee (GYD) |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | $20,000 |
| Grade 2 | $22,000 |
| Grade 3 | $25,000 |
| Grade 4 | $28,000 |
| Grade 5 | $30,000 |
02 / Theory pathway
Music Theory Certification
Understand the language behind the music.
Music Theory develops knowledge that applies across instruments and musical disciplines. Students strengthen their understanding of notation, rhythm, scales, keys, chords and other fundamental concepts that help musicians understand how music is written, structured and interpreted.
It is an excellent pathway for instrumentalists, vocalists, composers, arrangers, music educators and anyone who wants a stronger overall understanding of music.
Music theory examination fees
Written or online theory papers, including F7 administration and board submission.
| Grade | Fee (GYD) |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | $12,000 |
| Grade 2 | $14,000 |
| Grade 3 | $16,000 |
| Grade 4 | $18,000 |
| Grade 5 | $20,000 |
Your Music. Your Achievement.
International Certification.
At Foundation 7, we help students move beyond simply learning to play. We provide a pathway to develop their skills, demonstrate their achievement and earn recognised music qualifications.
Start your MTB certification journey with Foundation 7 Music School.