BTEC Extended Diploma in Production Arts (Technical Theatre - Sound, Lighting and Stage Management) Level 3

This is a dynamic and growing course that builds on the college's high reputation for excellence, in performing arts and music. It is a practical course, although there are theory elements, particularly in the second year. You will work closely with the performing arts and music students on their productions as well as other events taking place across the college.
You will develop skills in event production, including technical and design skills in lighting and sound as well as organisational and practical skills in stage management and the production business. This will expand your employment opportunities within the industry, and give you a qualification that will enable you to continue your studies at university.
Year 1
- Production arts workshop
- Assistant stage management
- Technical stage operations
- Production planning
- Deputy stage management

- Stage lighting operations

- Stage sound operations

- Production for theatre performance

Year 2
- Performing arts business
- Historical context of performance
And 7 units from:
- Theatre front of house operations
- Performing arts event management
- Stage management
- Stage technical maintenance
- Stage lighting design
- Automated stage lighting
- Stage sound design
- Live sound for the stage
- Marketing for the performing arts
- Production management for live performance

End Qualification:

BTEC Extended Diploma in Production Arts (equivalent to 3 A levels)

You will work towards the 60 credit subsidiary diploma qualification in the first year of the course and achieve the extended diploma in the second year.

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

5 GCSE's grade C or above, with a minimum grade C or above in English or Maths. Vocational qualifications in relevant subjects will be accepted as GCSE equivalent. Alternatively, successful completion of a BTEC level 2 diploma at merit grade is also acceptable. You will be required to successfully pass an interview with a demonstration of enthusiasm and commitment towards the subject area and bring evidence of written work. Individual cases will be considered on their own merits.

Assessment:

The work on the course is project/assignment based, and assessment is continuous throughout the course. Some units will be subject to external assessment. Each unit will be assessed and awarded with a final grade of pass, merit or distinction.

Progression from this course:

An Extended Diploma course is equivalent to three A levels. When you successfully complete this course you could go on to a Foundation degree, further training in industry, or a BA Degree course. You may also go directly to employment in related aspects of the industry, including a junior role in the theatre, television and event as you will be equipped with the skills required to apply for work as part of a theatre or live event production team.

Locations:

King's Lynn Campus - PE30 2QW

Duration:

2 Years

Start times:

September 2013

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the general college application form

Course Costs:

All students on full-time courses will need to pay a materials / resources fee. Details will be provided before enrolment. If you are under 19 on 31st August in the year you begin your programme, you will not have to pay tuition or registration fees for your course. For students aged 19 or over, there will be a tuition fee (depends on the course) for each year of the course as well as a registration fee (which includes exam fees). However, many students will be eligible for reduced fees and / or financial support towards the costs. Click here for detailed information. Please contact Student Services if you have further queries.

Additional Information:

If you are aged 19 or over, you may be eligible to apply to the college's learner support fund for financial support with the costs associated with your studies. For more details, please click here or contact student services on 01553 815271 (King's Lynn campus) or 01945 582561 (Isle campus) or 01223 860701 (Cambridge campus)