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BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in London for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Performing Arts Courses in London.

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in London. Classes run at Greig City Academy, full-time during the day.

The course covers performance skills across acting, dance, and production. You'll study over two years, exploring both practical performance and the theory behind it. Units include devising, scripted performance, and professional practice in the performing arts industry.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts.

Who this course is for

This course is for students who want to continue studying Art and design after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the skills and techniques, but the A level will give you the chance to study in more depth and develop your own particular artistic strengths and interests. It will suit you if you are creative and enjoy combining theory with lots of practical work. Even if you aren't aiming for a career in art and design, this course will give you a set of transferable skills including creativity, communication and the ability to work independently which can be useful in a range of careers.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop acting techniques and performance skills.
  • You'll study dance styles and physical performance methods.
  • You'll devise and create original performance work.
  • You'll analyse and respond to professional performances.
  • You'll explore the performing arts industry and how it works.
  • You'll build skills in rehearsal, direction, and stagecraft.
  • You'll complete a scripted or devised performance project.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical workshops, rehearsals, and studio sessions in the classroom. Assessment is a mix of coursework, performance portfolios, and externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. Some units are assessed through live performance, others through written assignments and research tasks.

What you will need to bring

Greig City Academy will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or radio productions.
  • Dancer, works in stage productions, music videos, or touring companies.
  • Drama facilitator, leads workshops in schools or community settings.
  • Stage manager, coordinates rehearsals and live performance logistics.
  • Performing arts teacher, usually requires a degree and teaching qualification first.
  • Arts administrator, supports the running of theatres or arts organisations.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Performing Arts or Drama (Level 6), for deeper specialist training and wider industry opportunities.
  • A degree in Dance or Choreography (Level 6), if you want to focus on movement and performance.
  • A Higher National Diploma in Performing Arts (Level 5), a shorter higher-education route into the industry.
  • A PGCE or teaching qualification, if you want to teach performing arts in schools after completing a degree.
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