BTEC Level 3 Production Arts Course in Kingston upon Thames. Classes run at Kingston College, full-time during the day, over one year. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec production arts qualification covers the technical and creative skills behind live events, theatre, film, and broadcast production. You'll study areas such as set design, lighting, sound, costume, and stage management, building practical knowledge across the production arts industry. The course is assessed through coursework and practical projects rather than traditional exams. Tuition fees apply, so check current costs with Kingston College before you apply.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop technical skills in stage lighting and sound design
You'll explore set construction, scenic design, and visual storytelling
You'll study costume design and wardrobe management for live and recorded productions
You'll learn stage management principles and production planning
You'll practise working to industry briefs and production schedules
You'll build knowledge of health and safety in production environments
You'll create and present a portfolio of practical production work
How you will learn
This is a classroom-based, full-time course delivered during the day at Kingston College. Assessment is through coursework, practical projects, and a portfolio of work rather than written exams. You'll complete assignments linked to real production briefs, demonstrating your skills across different areas of production arts practice.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kingston College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Stage manager, coordinating all technical elements of a live production
Lighting technician, operating and programming stage or event lighting
Sound technician, managing audio for theatre, live events, or broadcast
Set designer or scenic artist, creating visual environments for productions
Costume assistant, supporting wardrobe on theatre or film productions
Production assistant, supporting the running of live or recorded shows
Events technician, providing technical support at concerts and venues
What you could study next
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Performing Arts or Creative Arts Production, for a deeper technical and creative grounding
BA (Hons) in Theatre Production, Stage Management, or a related subject at university, building on your BTEC National Extended Diploma
Apprenticeship in Live Events or Theatre, combining paid work with structured training in a production role
