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Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Bournemouth – LeAF Studio Bournemouth

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Bournemouth. Classes run full-time at LeAF Studio Bournemouth, a specialist centre combining academic study with training in a performing arts discipline. You'll need a grade 4 or above in English and Maths, and a grade 5 or equivalent in Dance, Drama, Music, or Performing Arts to apply. The course takes two years and covers both the theory and practice of your chosen discipline. This level 3 btec performing arts qualification is delivered by Pearson Edexcel and gives you a strong foundation for higher education or professional training.

Who this course is for

The LeAF Studio is a specialist school in Sport and Performing Arts. Academic subjects are combined with training within a chosen sport or performing arts discipline. The LeAF Studio is about looking at each student as an individual, creating a personalised learning programme which takes into account individual needs and interests and motivates the student to gain relevant qualifications and skills as an athlete or in the performing and creative arts. The LeAF Studio approach is designed to maximise future employment opportunities and get students ready for university, an athletic career, performing arts or the world of work. Students will enjoy this course if they have an interest in developing broad skills, knowledge and understanding based on the practical needs and concerns of the performing arts industry. They'll have the opportunity to specialise in either performance or production support and gather a knowledge of the methods used by professionals working in teams and with clients, commissioners and audiences.

Entry requirements

Grade 4 in English and Maths Grade 5 or equivalent in Dance, Drama, Music or Performing Arts

What you will learn

  • You'll develop performance skills in your chosen discipline, whether dance, drama, or music.
  • You'll study the history and context of performing arts to support your practical work.
  • You'll learn how to plan, rehearse, and present performances to an audience.
  • You'll explore creative and artistic processes used by professional performers.
  • You'll build skills in self-evaluation and reflective practice.
  • You'll develop collaborative skills through ensemble and group performance work.
  • You'll gain knowledge of the performing arts industry, including career pathways and professional practice.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions, practical workshops, and performance projects. Assessment is mainly through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than written exams. You'll complete units assessed by your tutors, with some elements subject to external assessment set by Pearson Edexcel. Practical performances and productions form a core part of how your progress is measured throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. LeAF Studio Bournemouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor or performer: stage, screen, or live events work
  • Dance teacher or instructor: teaching in studios or schools
  • Drama facilitator: leading workshops in community or education settings
  • Stage manager: coordinating productions behind the scenes
  • Choreographer: creating and directing dance for performance
  • Music performer or session musician: working across live and recorded music
  • Arts administrator: supporting organisations in the creative sector
  • Theatre technician: managing lighting, sound, or production tech

What you could study next

A Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma is recognised by UK universities for entry to degree-level study. You could progress to a BA (Hons) in Performing Arts, Drama, Dance, or Music at university. Alternatively, a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Performing Arts offers a more vocational route into the industry. Some learners go on to specialist conservatoire training in acting, dance, or music performance.

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