Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Harrogate. Classes run at Harrogate Grammar School, full-time over two years. This level 3 BTEC performing arts qualification from Pearson Edexcel combines practical performance work with written assignments. You'll develop acting skills, voice and movement technique, and experience performing across a wide range of genres. The course is funded through EFA funding where eligibility conditions are met. You'll build a strong foundation for further study or work in the performing arts sector.
Who this course is for
This course combines a great deal of practical work with closely related written assignments. These include research, where you gather and present information in your own words, and reflecting in writing upon the development of performances. You will gain experience of performing to others in a wide range of genres.
The first year focuses on the development of skills through a range of units which enable you to grasp the principles of acting, learn how to use your voice and body within a performance, devise theatre and perform from scripts. As part of crafting performances you will also partake in the development of design ideas for costume, set, props and lighting.
The second year of the course, in particular, is largely performance based and students apply and develop their skills in three major assignments? contemporary theatre, classical theatre and physical theatre, culminating in a final major performance.
Entry requirements
For entry on to A Level and BTEC courses, we require a minimum of 240 points in the 6 best full GCSE/ BTEC courses, including English Language and Mathematics at grade 4/C or higher. BTEC qualifications will only count as 1 GCSE. If more than 1 is studied, only the best will count towards the overall points score. GCSE short courses will not be included. Only grades at 4/C or above will be included. Additionally we require a GCSE in Drama or Level Two BTEC Diploma in Performing Arts is desirable. Please see our website for full details of the Admission Policy.
What you will learn
You'll develop acting techniques and performance skills across multiple genres.
You'll learn how to use your voice and body effectively in performance.
You'll gain experience performing to live audiences.
You'll research and present information about performing arts in written assignments.
You'll reflect in writing on the development of your own performances.
You'll explore the principles of directing, devising, and interpreting scripts.
You'll build skills in rehearsal processes and collaborative performance-making.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical studio sessions and written assignments. Practical work includes rehearsals, workshops, and performances to audiences. Written tasks include research projects and reflective writing on your own performance development. Assessment is through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally set tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. Classes are daytime, full-time at the centre.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Harrogate Grammar School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Actor or performer: stage, screen, or live events work.
Drama workshop leader: running sessions in schools or community settings.
Stage manager: coordinating productions behind the scenes.
Performing arts technician: lighting, sound, or set support roles.
Dance or movement teacher: working in studios or education.
Community arts worker: delivering arts projects for organisations.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Drama: a degree for those wanting to train further as performers, directors, or arts practitioners.
BA (Hons) in Drama and Theatre Studies: combines theory and practice for careers in theatre and education.
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Performing Arts: a two-year higher-level qualification as an alternative to a full degree.
PGCE in Drama: for those who want to teach drama in secondary schools after completing a degree.
