Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run full-time at East Norfolk Sixth Form College, five days a week during the day. The course focuses on dance, giving you the chance to create and perform contemporary and jazz work. You'll research key practitioners, analyse professional dance works, and develop your own choreography. Entry requires a grade 4 in GCSE English Language, and applicants take part in a Creative Workshop before starting. The course runs for 12 months. You'll graduate with the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Certificate in Performing Arts.
Who this course is for
This is an exciting course for anyone wishing to further develop their understanding of the performing arts. It is particularly suitable for people who enjoy the practical challenges of making performance.The course will focus on drama and physical theatre but the second year will present opportunities to dance and sing should you wish to in the Variety Performance unit. End of year shows will allow you to showcase your performing skills. You have to manage your time well, be prepared to rehearse after college (occasionally at weekends and in college holidays) and make evening theatre visits.
Entry requirements
Grade 4 in GCSE English Language. Any relevant performance experience which can be demonstrated during the first weeks of the course. A genuine interest in drama and performance is important and a commitment to performance is essential.
What you will learn
You'll create and perform contemporary and jazz dances.
You'll develop your choreographic skills, drawing on your own imagination.
You'll research key dance practitioners and their approaches.
You'll analyse professional dance works to inform your own practice.
You'll deepen your appreciation of dance as an art form.
You'll build performance skills through practical studio work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical studio sessions, performance work, and research tasks in the classroom. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Certificate combines coursework, practical performance, and written analysis. There are no traditional written exams for all units; much of your work is assessed through what you create and perform, alongside written and analytical tasks that support your practical projects.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Norfolk Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Performer, supporting dance and theatre productions on stage.
Dance teacher or workshop leader, running classes in schools or studios.
Choreographer, creating movement work for companies or events.
Community arts worker, delivering arts projects in local settings.
Dance company administrator, supporting the running of arts organisations.
Performing arts technician, working on lighting, sound, or stage management.
What you could study next
Level 4 or Level 5 HND in Performing Arts or Dance (Pearson Edexcel) - a natural next step if you want to deepen your practice before entering the industry.
BA (Hons) in Dance, Performing Arts, or Theatre - many universities accept the BTEC National Certificate as part of an application.
Professional conservatoire audition programmes - for those aiming at full-time performance training.
