Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Bexhill-on-Sea. Classes run at Bexhill College, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 btec performing arts course covers dance, music, and drama as separate disciplines, with teaching from professional artists who are still active in the industry. You'll take part in performances and have the opportunity to attend professional workshops. Entry requires at least four or five GCSEs graded 9 to 4, including English and Dance, Drama, or Performing Arts, plus a proven record of performance participation.
Who this course is for
Performing Arts focuses upon contemporary performance practice, enabling students to engage in dance, music and drama as separate disciplines. We provide an environment for innovative learning delivered by professional artists still working in the industry.
Entry requirements
Equivalent to 3 A Levels.
At least 4-5 GCSEs graded 9-4 including English and Dance, Drama or Performing Arts. A proven record of participation in performances.
What you will learn
You'll develop performance skills across dance, music, and drama as distinct disciplines.
You'll study contemporary performance practice and its professional contexts.
You'll create and present work in live performance settings.
You'll engage with professional artists and industry practitioners through workshops.
You'll analyse and evaluate performance work critically.
You'll develop collaborative skills by working with other performers on productions.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom-based and studio-based, combining practical performance work with written and analytical tasks. Assessment is largely through coursework, projects, and live performance rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years. Attending theatre performances outside of timetabled sessions is expected as part of your development.
What you will need to bring
You'll need practical clothes suitable for dance classes. Some costume elements will be required for performances. Bexhill College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Performer (stage, dance, or musical theatre)
Drama workshop facilitator, leading sessions in schools or community settings
Dance teacher or assistant, supporting classes at a studio or school
Theatre technician, working backstage on productions
Arts administrator, coordinating programmes for a venue or company
Community arts worker, delivering creative projects for local organisations
Casting assistant, supporting audition and production processes
What you could study next
Foundation Degree in Performing Arts or Drama: a two-year higher education route that deepens practice and theory.
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts, Drama, Dance, or Musical Theatre: a full degree at a university or conservatoire, for which this Diploma carries UCAS points equivalent to three A Levels.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or facilitation roles in arts settings.
