BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Guildford. Classes run at George Abbot School, full-time over two years. This level 3 BTEC performing arts course covers choreography, group dance, and performance skills in ballet, modern, or jazz dance. You'll also build knowledge of a specific dance style through focused study. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 or above.
Who this course is for
The focus of choreography covers group dance, broadening student experience. Students will also develop knowledge and understanding of a specific area of study relating to one of the following: ballet, modern, or jazz dance, with performance skills developed in relation to one of these specific areas.
Entry requirements
5 GSCE Grade 9-4
What you will learn
You'll develop choreography skills, creating and directing group dance work.
You'll build performance skills in one specialist area: ballet, modern, or jazz dance.
You'll study the history, theory, and context of your chosen dance style.
You'll broaden your experience across different dance forms and performance contexts.
You'll develop your ability to analyse and evaluate performance.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical studio sessions, performance work, and written study. Assessment on this Pearson Edexcel BTEC course combines internally assessed units, marked by your tutors, with externally assessed tasks set by Pearson. Practical performance and choreography work forms a core part of your assessment alongside written assignments.
What you will need to bring
The cost listed covers materials required for the course and may vary. George Abbot School will confirm exactly what you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Performer: stage, screen, or live events work.
Dance teacher or instructor: teaching in schools or studios.
Choreographer: creating movement for performance or commercial projects.
Community arts worker: delivering arts projects in local settings.
Drama facilitator: running workshops for youth or community groups.
Arts administrator: supporting the running of theatres or arts organisations.
Stage manager: coordinating productions behind the scenes.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Dance: a degree for those wanting to train professionally or move into arts education.
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Performing Arts: a shorter higher-education route into the industry.
PGCE in Drama or Dance: for those who want to teach performing arts in schools after completing a degree.
