BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Wellingborough

Cost£183.85
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Wellingborough. Classes run at Wrenn School, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 btec performing arts course covers historical and current practices in the performing arts industry, alongside skills in teamwork, communication and problem solving. You'll develop your creative and intellectual capacity through practical and theoretical study. The course is well suited to those who want to pursue performing arts at a higher level or move into the industry.

Who this course is for

BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Performing Art is qualification which will encourage you to develop your creative and intellectual capacity, alongside transferable skills such as team work,communication and problem solving. This course allows you to look at historical and current practices in the performing arts industry, inspiring a lifelong passion and appreciation for the arts.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore historical and current practices in the performing arts industry.
  • You'll develop creative and intellectual skills through performance-based work.
  • You'll build transferable skills in teamwork, communication and problem solving.
  • You'll study a range of performing arts disciplines and techniques.
  • You'll analyse and respond to work from professional practitioners and companies.
  • You'll develop your ability to create, rehearse and present performances.

How you will learn

The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate uses a combination of coursework, practical performance tasks and written assignments. Assessment is largely portfolio-based and internally marked, with some externally assessed units. You'll learn through classroom sessions, rehearsals, workshops and group projects at Wrenn School.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wrenn School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Performer. Stage, screen or live events work.
  • Drama facilitator. Running workshops in schools or community settings.
  • Theatre technician. Supporting productions behind the scenes.
  • Arts administrator. Coordinating projects and events for arts organisations.
  • Dance or movement teacher. Teaching in studios or education settings.
  • Community arts worker. Delivering arts programmes for local groups.
  • Casting assistant. Supporting casting directors in film and theatre.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Drama. A degree builds on your BTEC and opens routes into professional performance, directing or arts management.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts. A larger qualification if you want to deepen your study before applying to university.
  • PGCE or teaching qualification. If you want to teach performing arts in schools or colleges.

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