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Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Fordingbridge

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

Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Fordingbridge. Classes run full-time at The Burgate School and Sixth Form, typically over two years. You'll study acting skills, improvisation, devising, and the performing arts from a business perspective, exploring the work of influential theatre practitioners through workshops, live theatre, and project work. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec performing arts qualification is equivalent in size to one A level, so you can study it alongside other Level 3 qualifications. Entry requires four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and a performing arts related subject, plus an audition.

Who this course is for

This practical work related course is aimed at creative students who have an interest in developing their skills for the performing arts industry such as in acting, dance, musical or physical theatre. You may be aiming for a career as a performer, for roles behind the scenes, want to work in arts administration or perhaps in roles using the arts to educate people. Equivalent in size to one A level, you study it alongside other level 3 qualifications making it a stepping stone to higher education if you choose this path. It will give you transferable skills including self-confidence, presentation and communication, self-management and teamwork that are also useful in a range of non-arts careers.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above including English and a performing arts related subject. You will need to have some previous performance experience be expected to attend an audition.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop acting skills through practical workshop sessions.
  • You'll explore improvisation and devising techniques to create original work.
  • You'll study the methods of influential theatre practitioners.
  • You'll write, direct, and perform your own original piece.
  • You'll gain an understanding of the performing arts industry from a business perspective.
  • You'll experience and analyse live theatre as part of your studies.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in a purpose-built drama studio through practical workshops, live theatre visits, and project-based study. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate combines internally assessed units, marked by your teachers, with externally assessed components set and marked by Pearson. You'll build a portfolio of practical and written work across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Burgate School and Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to attend an audition as part of the entry process.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor or performer, working in theatre, film, or television
  • Stage manager, coordinating productions behind the scenes
  • Drama or arts workshop facilitator, using performance to educate
  • Arts administrator, supporting organisations and venues
  • Community arts worker, delivering creative projects in local settings
  • Theatre technician, managing lighting, sound, or set
  • Dance or movement teacher, working in schools or studios

What you could study next

This qualification is a stepping stone to higher education in the arts. You could progress to a BA (Hons) in Performing Arts, Drama, or Theatre Studies at university. A Foundation Degree in Performing Arts is another option if you want a shorter higher education route. Some learners go on to specialist conservatoire training in acting, musical theatre, or dance. The BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Performing Arts is a further vocational option at Level 4.

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