Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Telford. Classes run full-time at Madeley Academy over two years. You'll develop technical and performance skills across performing arts disciplines through practical work and performance projects. The course is designed to meet university entry requirements, and students have gone on to performing arts schools and universities. To apply, you'll need at least six GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths, plus at least one GCSE or BTEC Level 2 in a performing arts subject at Grade 4 or Merit.
Who this course is for
For those with a love of performance, the Performing Arts course is designed to develop students specialist and more general skills within the Performing Arts disciplines. Through practical exploration and performance work, students will develop and strengthen essential technical and performance skills. This exciting and varied course is designed to build attributes sought by Universities and has a strong track record of students progressing onto top Performing Arts Schools and universities. Students will develop both their performance skills and transferable skills such as independence, team work, leadership and management, self-discipline, communication and self-confidence. The course is demanding in terms of practice time and extracurricular opportunities. The course is available as a single or double course thus allowing students to specialise.
Entry requirements
Students must achieve a minimum of 6 GSCEs at Grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics.
At least one GCSE/BTEC Level 2 qualification in a Performing Arts subject at Grade 4 or Merit.
Additional experience in Performing Arts either within the Academy, or through an outside agency (such as a dance theatre school) would be desirable.
What you will learn
You'll develop technical performance skills in your chosen performing arts discipline.
You'll explore performance work through practical, hands-on projects.
You'll strengthen skills in areas such as acting, dance, or musical theatre.
You'll build the knowledge and attributes universities look for in performing arts applicants.
You'll analyse and respond to performance work critically and creatively.
How you will learn
Learning is practical and classroom based, with performance projects at the centre of the course. Assessment is largely through coursework and portfolio evidence, with units assessed by your teachers and moderated by Pearson Edexcel. You'll take part in performances and practical tasks that are observed and assessed. Some units may include written assignments alongside practical work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Madeley Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Actor. Pursue stage, screen, or theatre work.
Dancer. Work in professional dance companies or touring productions.
Drama teacher or workshop leader. Deliver arts education in schools or community settings.
Stage manager. Coordinate productions behind the scenes.
Choreographer. Create and direct movement for performance.
Community arts worker. Run arts projects for community organisations.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Drama. The natural next step for those wanting to study at degree level. Many universities accept the BTEC National Diploma as a direct entry qualification.
BA (Hons) in Dance or Musical Theatre. Specialist degrees at conservatoires and universities for those focusing on a single discipline.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. Useful if you want to teach or lead performing arts workshops.
