Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Wickford. Classes run at The Bromfords School, full-time during the day over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec performing arts qualification covers acting, dance, musical theatre, and physical theatre, with a strong emphasis on core knowledge and transferable skills. You study it alongside other Level 3 qualifications, making it the equivalent in size to one A level. It supports progression to higher education and to roles in performance, arts administration, and arts education.
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
Grade 5 English Language/Literature (Grade 5 in Drama, Music or Dance if studied)
What you will learn
You'll develop practical performance skills across acting, dance, and theatre disciplines.
You'll study the performing arts industry and how it operates.
You'll build transferable creative skills applicable across education and arts sectors.
You'll explore roles both on stage and behind the scenes.
You'll develop knowledge relevant to arts administration and community arts work.
You'll complete externally assessed units alongside internally assessed coursework.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical studio sessions and classroom-based study at The Bromfords School. Assessment combines internally assessed coursework and externally assessed components set by Pearson Edexcel. The course has 360 guided learning hours across two years, with a total qualification time of 480 hours. You'll be assessed on both your practical performance work and your understanding of the performing arts sector.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Bromfords School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Performer (actor, dancer, or theatre artist) on stage or screen
Drama or performing arts teacher or workshop leader
Arts administrator supporting venues, companies, or festivals
Community arts practitioner using arts in education or outreach
Stage manager or production assistant behind the scenes
Choreographer or movement director for theatre or events
Arts marketing or communications assistant
What you could study next
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Performing Arts: a larger qualification if you want to specialise further before applying to university.
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts, Drama, Dance, or Theatre Studies: the Extended Certificate supports UCAS applications alongside other Level 3 qualifications.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Performing Arts: a vocational higher education route into the industry.
