Free BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Bolton. Classes run full-time at The Sixth Form Bolton over two years. This level 3 BTEC performing arts qualification covers acting, voice, movement, and theatre-making in a highly practical setting. You'll also develop research and written skills by studying theatre companies and practitioners. Units include group performance, community theatre, and a final live performance. Entry requires GCSEs in English Language and Maths, and you'll need to attend an audition.
Who this course is for
This course is designed to create industry professionals for stage and screen and develop essential academic skills and knowledge needed for a future in performance related careers. You will develop performance skills including acting, voice and movement in a highly practical environment and develop essential research and written skills as you learn about different theatre companies and practitioner work. You will create a theatre company and experience a range of career paths in the industry meaning you develop more than just performance skills.
Entry requirements
Students studying three A Levels will be expected to have a minimum of two GCSEs at grade 6 and three GCSEs at grade 5/4, including English Language and Mathematics at grade 5/4 or above. Or eight GCSEs at a minimum of grade 5.
Students not studying drama should have a proven record in the interest of performing arts by having participated in extra-curricular clubs and enrichment. To gain entry to this course you will be required to attend an audition.
What you will learn
You'll develop acting, voice, and movement skills through practical performance work.
You'll investigate the work of theatre practitioners and companies through research and written study.
You'll create and run a theatre company, exploring different roles in the industry.
You'll devise and perform community theatre as part of a group.
You'll complete an individual performance commission to develop your own artistic voice.
You'll prepare and present a final live performance as a culminating project.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom and studio based, with a strong practical focus. You'll be assessed through performance work, group workshops, and written assignments across six units plus two optional units. Assessment is unit by unit, combining practical performance evidence with research and written tasks. The course includes an audition for entry, and performance assessments take place throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sixth Form Bolton will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Actor. Pursue stage, screen, or theatre roles.
Theatre stage manager. Coordinate productions behind the scenes.
Drama workshop leader. Deliver sessions in schools or community settings.
Community arts worker. Run arts projects for local organisations.
Casting assistant. Support casting directors in film and theatre.
Theatre technician. Manage lighting, sound, or set for productions.
Performing arts teacher or tutor. Teach drama and performance skills.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Drama. A degree at a conservatoire or university builds on your BTEC and opens professional performance routes.
BA (Hons) in Theatre and Production Design. For those drawn to the technical and design side of performance.
Foundation Degree in Creative Arts. A shorter higher education route if you want to enter industry sooner.
PGCE in Drama. If you want to teach performing arts in secondary schools, a teaching qualification follows a degree.
