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Free BTEC Level 3 Performance Course in Tipton – Gospel Oak School

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Performance Course in Tipton. Classes run at Gospel Oak School, full-time during the day. This two-year course covers both practical performance work and analytical study of drama. You'll explore a wide range of human themes through script, devised work, and original drama created individually and in groups. The course has a strong practical element, including performing in front of an audience. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9, including English and Maths. Prior drama study is not required.

Who this course is for

In Drama you will conduct both explorative and performance work exploring a broad range of themes. You will be using script and other stimuli to create original drama individually and within a group setting. Drama as a subject is defined as ‘the curiosity led exploration of what it is to be human’. In this course you will need to be self-motivated, creative and deeply analytical. We will explore the perspectives of human beings from all parts of society and across the world, learn how to argue and persuade and most importantly understand how to empathise and express emotion.

Entry requirements

You will require a minimum of 5 GCSE's at grades 4-9 including English and Maths. It is not necessary to have studied Drama at level 2, although this would be beneficial.

There is a heavy practical component in this course. As such students are fully expected to engage in all practical elements, especially performing in front of an audience.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore a broad range of dramatic themes through explorative and performance work.
  • You'll create original drama using scripts and other stimuli, both individually and in groups.
  • You'll develop analytical skills to examine human perspectives from across society and the world.
  • You'll perform in front of an audience as a core part of your assessment.
  • You'll build skills in devising, directing, and responding critically to performance.
  • You'll learn to argue and articulate ideas about drama and the human experience.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom-based and heavily practical. You'll take part in workshops, rehearsals, and group performance projects alongside written analytical work. Assessment is through a combination of practical performance tasks and written components, as set by Pearson Edexcel. You are expected to engage fully in all practical elements throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor: stage, screen, or community theatre performance roles.
  • Drama facilitator: leading workshops in schools or community settings.
  • Theatre technician: supporting productions behind the scenes.
  • Performing arts teacher: with further training and a teaching qualification.
  • Community arts worker: delivering arts projects for local organisations.
  • Casting assistant: supporting casting directors in film or theatre.
  • Arts administrator: coordinating programmes for theatres or arts venues.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Drama, Theatre, or Performing Arts: a natural next step for those wanting to study performance at degree level. Most UK universities accept the BTEC National Extended Certificate alongside other qualifications.
  • BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Performing Arts: a Level 4 route into the industry with a more vocational focus.
  • PGCE in Drama: for those who want to teach drama in secondary schools, after completing a degree.
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