Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in London. Classes run at Acland Burghley School, full-time during the day. This two-year Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec performing arts qualification develops your skills across all three disciplines: music, dance, and drama, with a strong focus on musical theatre performance. You'll investigate practitioners' work, develop technical performance skills, and take part in group and community performances. Entry typically requires a Level 2 performing arts distinction or a grade 6 or above in GCSE music, dance, or drama. Experience in musical theatre is recommended.
Who this course is for
Age range: 16-18
Entry requirements
Performing art level 2 distinction (if taken), 6+ in GCSE music, dance or drama (if taken). Experience in musical theatre is recommended
What you will learn
You'll investigate the work of performing arts practitioners and develop critical analysis skills.
You'll develop technical skills in at least two performance styles within a chosen discipline.
You'll work collaboratively to create group performances in response to a given stimulus.
You'll apply specialist skills to a community performance project.
You'll build vocal, physical, and creative performance techniques across music, dance, and drama.
You'll produce written work including research reports, process logs, and milestone logs.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, rehearsals, and live performances. Assessment combines a written exam (Unit 1), two assessed performances with a research report and process log (Unit 2), a group performance with milestone logs (Unit 3), and a community performance project with a report and process log (Unit 4). Assessment is a mix of externally set exams and internally assessed coursework, moderated by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Acland Burghley 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: professional theatre and touring companies
Dance teacher or instructor: studios, schools, or community settings
Drama workshop facilitator: youth and community arts organisations
Community arts worker: delivering arts projects in local settings
Performing arts technician: supporting productions backstage
Casting assistant: working with agencies or production companies
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Musical Theatre: a degree deepens your performance training and opens professional routes in theatre, film, and dance.
HND in Performing Arts: a two-year higher-level qualification if you want to progress without a full degree.
PGCE or QTS route: if you want to teach drama or performing arts in schools, you'll need a degree first, then a teaching qualification.
