Free BTEC Level 3 Production Arts Course in Swindon. Classes run at New College Swindon North Star Campus, full-time during the day. This two-year level 3 btec production arts course covers the practical and technical skills behind live events, theatre, film, and broadcast production. You'll study areas such as stage management, lighting, sound, set construction, and costume, building a broad foundation across the industry. The course is assessed through coursework and practical projects rather than traditional exams. It suits anyone ready to commit to full-time daytime study and develop hands-on production arts skills.
Who this course is for
Anyone
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in stage and production management
You'll learn lighting design and operation for live and recorded performance
You'll explore sound design and audio technology for production environments
You'll study set construction, scenic design, and technical drawing
You'll gain knowledge of costume design and wardrobe management
You'll work on live briefs and production projects to apply your skills
You'll understand health and safety practices on production sets and stages
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma is assessed through coursework, practical assignments, and project-based work. There are no traditional written exams. You'll complete units assessed by your tutors, with some externally assessed components set by Pearson Edexcel. Learning takes place in the classroom and through hands-on practical sessions, giving you direct experience of production environments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New College Swindon North Star Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Stage manager, coordinating all elements of a live production
Lighting technician, operating rigs for theatre, events, or TV
Sound technician, managing audio for live or recorded productions
Set designer or scenic artist, creating visual environments for stage or screen
Costume assistant, supporting wardrobe on theatre or film productions
Production assistant, supporting the wider crew on live events or broadcast
Events technician, handling technical setup for concerts and corporate events
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Theatre Production or Technical Theatre at university. A natural next step if you want to specialise and develop your practice at degree level.
HNC or HND in Creative Media Production. A shorter higher-education route focused on broadcast and media.
Apprenticeship in Live Events or Cultural Heritage. Combines paid work with structured training in a production environment.
