BTEC Extended Diploma Performing Arts Full Level 3 Y1

Suitable For

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Performing Arts (Performance) is a nationally recognised qualification that is equivalent to three A-Levels and therefore provides a natural stepping stone to courses in higher education.

Course Content

The course helps to develop the performance skills, technical abilities and professional attitude essential for the successful performer. It focuses on specialist training within drama, dance and musical theatre, and provides a firm foundation for a range of careers in the performing arts industry. The course covers a variety of related subjects that may include:

• Devising theatre and directing
• Dance performance and choreography
• Performing to an audience
• Radio acting
• Scriptwriting
• Storytelling as performance
• Vocal and singing workshops.

The students

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs (Grade C or above), it is recommended that one is GCSE English Language, a relevant Level 2 Diploma with at least a Merit profile, or an appropriate equivalent, and satisfactory references are required.

last public performance of the course takes place in the Grantham Guildhall Theatre and is open to the public.

Assessment Method

Practical assignments, professional practice, performances and portfolio.

Progression

On successful completion of the course most students progress to drama and dance schools or universities with a few going straight into the performing arts industry.

Additional Information

If you are studying on a BTEC programme at college then you will also be required to attend a 1 or 2 hour Functional Skills session and a 1 hour Tutorial session per week. This will give you opportunities to develop and enhance your personal, communication and academic skills, which can then be applied to a wide range of subjects and to areas of employment. Equipment and Costs In order to be able to study on this course you will need appropriate dance clothing, black tops and trousers for practical drama work and a range of texts. Clothing with the college and performing arts logo on is available to order through the Art shop within the Arts Centre, which also stocks a range of art materials and equipment at competitive prices. Educational Visits During the course you will be required to attend a number of day visits to theatres, arts centres, other colleges, universities and, on occasions, residential visits. There will be a cost involved in these visits with the average being around £20 per visit.

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