Performing Arts (Dance) BTEC Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma

Course code: FTB031

School of Creative Industries

The Programme

This is a practical course in dance which is equivalent to one A Level. It will develop students' contemporary dance technique, choreographic skills and understanding, performance skills and contextual analysis. Assessment is continuous across the two years and requires the successful completion of six units. It can be taken as part of an A Level programme. The course culminates in a final major project, producing and performing in a live performance to a public audience.

The Programme Content

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade C or above and evidence of ability in dance.

Costs

A £30 course fee provides costumes, sets, lights and theatres etc. We organise optional trips which you are required to pay for*.

Venue

Barnstaple, Main Site

Progression

All students who have studied dance at Petroc and applied for university have achieved places, many at the top universities and dance colleges in the country, such as The Laban Centre, London Contemporary Dance School, Urdang and Bird College. We also offer a two year Foundation Degree in Community Dance Practice at Petroc. Some students go on to complete their teacher training.

Length of Study

One year for the Certificate or two years for the Subsidiary Diploma.

Academic Year

This course starts in the 2013 / 2014 academic year.