Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Keighley. Classes run at South Craven School, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 BTEC performing arts qualification covers musical theatre performance, technical skills across a range of styles, and the work of key practitioners. You'll develop research, critical analysis, and extended writing skills alongside practical performance experience in well-equipped performance spaces. A bursary may be available to help with costs. Entry requires GCSE grades 9 to 4 in at least five subjects, including a Grade 4 in GCSE Performance or a Merit in a BTEC Level 2 Performance qualification.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone move on toing from GCSE with an interest in business. Whether you're considering working for a global corporation, small firm or even running your own business in the future, this subject will give you a good grounding in business theory. You don't need to have studied GCSE business to do this course but you will need good numerical skills (at least level 2). Studying business can lead to careers in almost any employment sector and it combines well with most other A level subjects.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above.
What you will learn
You'll develop technical performance skills across a range of musical theatre styles.
You'll investigate the work of key performing arts practitioners to inform your own practice.
You'll build research and critical analysis skills through structured study.
You'll practise extended writing skills relevant to the performing arts sector.
You'll take part in practical performance opportunities in dedicated performance spaces.
You'll gain core knowledge transferable to higher education and further study in the arts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, practical workshops, and performance activities. Assessment combines internally assessed units, which are marked by your tutors, with externally assessed components set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. The course includes 360 guided learning hours over two years, giving you time to develop both your practical performance skills and your written and analytical work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Craven School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Actor or performer: stage, screen, or touring productions
Musical theatre performer: singing, dancing, and acting roles
Drama facilitator: leading workshops in schools or community settings
Performing arts technician: lighting, sound, or stage management support
Dance or drama teacher (with further training and qualifications)
Arts administrator: supporting productions and events behind the scenes
What you could study next
HNC or HND in Performing Arts: a higher-level vocational route into the industry or into university.
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts, Drama, or Musical Theatre: the Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate is recognised for entry to many university degree programmes, depending on the grades you achieve and the requirements of individual institutions.
PGCE in Drama (with a degree): the route into secondary school drama teaching.
