BTEC Level 3 Production Arts Course in Windsor. Classes run at Windsor College, full-time during the day over 36 weeks. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec production arts course is designed to be studied alongside the Foundation Diploma in Performing Arts or two A Levels such as Film Studies, Media Studies, or Photography. It carries the same weight as 1.5 A Levels. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above if combining with another BTEC, or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above if studying alongside two A Levels.
Who this course is for
This Foundation Diploma in Production Arts is an exciting new course which is the equivalent to 1.5 A Levels and is designed to be studied alongside the Foundation Diploma in Performing Arts or two other A Levels such as Film Studies, Media Studies or Photography.
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above if combined with other another BTEC or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above if studying alongside two A Levels.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across core production arts disciplines.
You'll explore technical theatre and production processes used in live performance.
You'll study design, construction, and realisation of production elements.
You'll work on projects that reflect professional production arts practice.
You'll build knowledge of how production arts support performing arts and screen-based work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Windsor College, combining practical project work with taught content. Assessment on this Pearson Edexcel qualification is through assignments, practical tasks, and portfolio evidence rather than written exams. Your work is assessed against set criteria throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Windsor College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Stage technician: supporting lighting, sound, and set on live productions.
Set designer: creating visual environments for theatre or film.
Lighting technician: operating and rigging lighting rigs for performances.
Props maker: designing and building props for stage and screen.
Costume assistant: supporting wardrobe departments in theatre or TV.
Production assistant: coordinating logistics on live or recorded productions.
What you could study next
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Performing Arts or Production Arts: a natural next step into higher-level vocational study.
BA (Hons) in Theatre Production, Technical Theatre, or a related degree: universities recognise this level 3 btec production arts qualification as part of entry requirements.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Production Arts: if you want a full-time qualification focused entirely on production arts before moving into employment or higher education.
