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Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Lambeth

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Lambeth. Classes run full-time at The Elmgreen School, over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec performing arts qualification covers performance skills, choreographic processes, and the artistic and cultural context of dance. You'll develop both practical and theoretical knowledge across performance and choreography. Entry requires grade 5 in GCSE Dance (or equivalent experience) and grade 5 in GCSE English. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit before you start.

Who this course is for

A-Level Dance requires students to develop, demonstrate and articulate practical and theoretical knowledge, understanding and experience of:

Performance skills Choreographic processes The interrelationship between the creation, presentation and appreciation of dance works The development and significance of dance placed within an artistic and cultural context. Knowledge, understanding and skills will be developed within performance, choreography and critical engagement with the study of professional repertoire within specific areas of study. The study of professional works promotes

the integration of theory and practice and underpins students’ own approaches to performance and choreography.

Entry requirements

Grade 5 in GCSE dance (or experience) and grade 5 in GCSE English.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop performance skills across a range of dance styles and contexts.
  • You'll study choreographic processes and apply them to your own creative work.
  • You'll explore the relationship between creating, presenting and appreciating dance works.
  • You'll analyse the development and significance of dance within artistic and cultural contexts.
  • You'll build theoretical knowledge to support and articulate your practical work.
  • You'll gain experience of both solo and collaborative performance.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a combination of practical studio sessions and classroom-based theory work. Assessment is through coursework, performance portfolios, and written tasks. The btec performing arts classes at The Elmgreen School are delivered full-time during the day. There are no formal written exams in the traditional sense; your work is assessed through units completed over the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Elmgreen School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Performer: stage, screen or dance productions
  • Dance teacher or workshop leader: schools and community settings
  • Choreographer: creating and directing movement work
  • Arts administrator: supporting performing arts organisations
  • Community arts worker: delivering creative projects locally
  • Theatre production assistant: supporting shows behind the scenes
  • Drama facilitator: running sessions in education or health settings

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Dance: a natural next step if you want to study at degree level. The Elmgreen Sixth Form supports students through the UCAS process, and this qualification is recognised for university entry.
  • Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Dance Teaching: if you want to move into teaching or leading classes professionally.
  • Apprenticeship in Cultural Learning and Participation: a work-based route into arts education roles.
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