Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Liverpool – Bellerive FCJ Catholic College
CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Liverpool. Classes run full-time at Bellerive FCJ Catholic College during the day. This is a two-year course covering acting, dance, musical theatre, and physical theatre, with a strong practical focus on the performing arts industry. It sits alongside other Level 3 qualifications, making it a step toward higher education. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and a performing arts subject, plus some performance experience and 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 performance skills across acting, dance, and theatre disciplines.
You'll explore the creative and technical demands of the performing arts industry.
You'll build practical experience through rehearsal, performance, and production work.
You'll study roles both on stage and behind the scenes, including arts administration.
You'll learn how the arts can be used in educational and community settings.
You'll develop skills in analysing and evaluating performance work.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based and practical, with a strong emphasis on studio work, rehearsals, and live performance. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate uses a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed tasks. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside completing set tasks that are marked by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bellerive FCJ Catholic College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Actor or performer: stage, screen, or touring productions
Dance teacher or workshop leader: teaching in schools or studios
Theatre technician: lighting, sound, or stage management
Arts administrator: coordinating programmes and events
Community arts worker: using arts to engage and educate
Drama therapist (with further training): therapeutic arts practice
Choreographer: creating and directing movement for performance
What you could study next
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Performing Arts: a Level 4 or 5 route into the industry or further study.
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts, Drama, or Dance: a full degree at a university or conservatoire, for which this BTEC National Extended Certificate is a recognised entry qualification.
Level 3 qualifications in arts administration or education, if you want to move into those areas.
