Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Ellesmere Port. Classes run at The Whitby High School, full-time during the day. This level 3 BTEC performing arts qualification runs over 23 months. You'll specialise in acting, forming a theatre company with your peers. Together you'll create drama productions, developing skills as both a performer and a practitioner. The course carries UCAS points, so it supports applications to university as well as routes into employment. To enrol, you'll need a Merit at Level 2 or a grade 5 or above in GCSE Performing Arts.
Who this course is for
The BTEC performing arts courses is an exciting vocational course. Students will explore the business of the performing arts in a practical way, specialising in acting. Students will form a theatre company which will become the basis for all assessment. As a company, students will work alongside each other to create drama productions, developing their skills as both performers and practitioners
Entry requirements
Merit at L2 or 5 + in GCSE Performing Arts
What you will learn
You'll explore how the performing arts industry works as a business.
You'll develop your skills as an actor through practical, production-based work.
You'll work as part of a theatre company to plan and create drama productions.
You'll build skills as a practitioner, not just a performer.
You'll learn to collaborate professionally within a creative ensemble.
You'll develop your understanding of the rehearsal and production process.
How you will learn
Assessment is coursework-based and practical. Your theatre company becomes the framework for all assessed work. You'll be assessed through the drama productions you create and perform as a company, alongside any written or portfolio elements required by the Pearson Edexcel specification. Teaching takes place in the classroom and in practical performance spaces at The Whitby High School.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Whitby High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Actor. Pursue stage, screen, or theatre work after further training.
Theatre practitioner. Support productions as a director, producer, or stage manager.
Drama facilitator. Lead drama workshops in schools or community settings.
Performing arts technician. Work in lighting, sound, or set design for productions.
Entertainment and events coordinator. Organise live performance events and shows.
Drama teacher (with further study). Teach performing arts in schools.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Drama. The natural next step if you want to train at degree level. This qualification carries UCAS points to support your application.
BA (Hons) in Theatre Production or Stage Management. For those drawn to the practitioner side of performance.
Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts. A broader vocational qualification if you want to explore more disciplines before specialising.
Teaching qualification (PGCE Drama). The route into teaching performing arts, following a degree.
