About the course

Kick-start your career in the Performing Arts while working towards the entry requirements for Level 3. You will study key areas including Acting, Musical Theatre and Dance. The course is made up of seven units of study covering topics in auditioning, preparing performances, acting, musical theatre, the performing arts industry, movement, devising, voice, script work and dance. You will be assessed practically in rehearsals and performances using video evidence and tutor observations. Written work is assessed via coursework and internal assessments. We collaborate with employers including The Lowry Theatre, Burnley Youth Theatre, Elevate Young Minds, New Live Theatre Company, Ludus Dance and many more.

Start Date/s

01/09/2025

Entry Requirements

Three GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and Mathematics or a relevant Level 1 qualification.

Modules

The course is made up of seven units of study including: Unit 1: Skills Development for Performing Arts, Unit 2: Professional Development, Unit 3: Creative Interpretation, Unit 4: Audition and Portfolio Process, Unit 5: Preparing for a Performing Arts Production, Unit 6: Performing Arts Production and Unit 7: Responding to a Progression Opportunity.

Assessment

All units are internally assessed and consider: application of knowledge and understanding, the development of practical and technical skills, professional discipline throughout rehearsal, performance processes and creative input. This can be assessed individually and through group work both in practical and written forms. Assessment will take place through recordings of rehearsals and final performances, written coursework, research and evaluative assignments. Grades for each unit can be awarded at pass, merit or distinction. Students have two attempts to meet the criteria for each unit.

Careers & Progression

You may decide to progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts or Dance.

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