Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Ringwood. Classes run full-time at Ringwood School, five days a week during the day. This is a practical, performance-based course built around musical theatre. Over two years, you'll train in acting, dance, and singing, and explore existing repertoire and practitioners. Entry requires an average GCSE grade of 4.5, with at least grade 4 in English Language, English Literature, and Maths, plus an audition or interview.
Who this course is for
The BTEC Performing Arts course is a practical course based around musical theatre. Students will be taught acting, dance and singing and investigate existing repertoire and practitioners
Entry requirements
Average GCSE grade 4.5. Grade 4 in English Language, Grade 4 in English Literature and Grade 4 in Mathematics. Audition/Interview
What you will learn
You'll develop acting technique through practical performance work.
You'll train in dance styles relevant to musical theatre.
You'll build your singing skills for performance contexts.
You'll study existing repertoire and analyse how it is constructed.
You'll investigate the work of performing arts practitioners and their methods.
You'll prepare and present performances to an audience.
How you will learn
Learning is practical and classroom-based, with most of your time spent in studio and rehearsal sessions. Assessment is through a combination of performance work, practical tasks, and internally assessed units. Some units are assessed by Pearson Edexcel through set assignments. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside your performance work throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ringwood School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Actor: stage, screen, or touring theatre productions.
Dancer: performance work in theatre, TV, or events.
Singer or vocalist: live performance or session work.
Drama teacher or workshop leader: working in schools or community settings.
Stage manager: coordinating productions behind the scenes.
Performing arts technician: lighting, sound, or set support.
Entertainer or performer: cruise ships, theme parks, or live events.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Performing Arts: a larger qualification if you want to specialise further before higher education.
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts, Drama, Musical Theatre, or Dance: degree-level study at a conservatoire or university, for which this BTEC is a recognised entry qualification.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Performing Arts: a shorter higher education route into the industry.
