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Level 2 Performing Arts Course in Colchester

CostFREE
Duration9 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 2 Performing and Production Arts Course in Colchester. Classes run full-time at Adult Skills Centre Colchester. It's free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply.

The course runs over nine months and covers acting, musical theatre, dance, and performance workshop skills. You'll also study the business side of performing arts. Group work and live performances are central to the course. You'll develop your English and maths alongside your arts practice.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts.

Who this course is for

The one-year Level 2 in Performing Arts is a fantastic introduction to a range of performing arts and employability skills � all while you improve you gain a valuable Level 2 qualification worth 4 GCSEs. It has been designed with both education and vocation in mind and as such will develop practical skills and understanding of the performing arts for your future career alongside enabling access to higher study.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs (9-3) including English, or satisfactory results in a relevant Level 1 qualification (Merit/Distinction), and an interview/audition.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop acting skills through practical workshops and rehearsal.
  • You'll study musical theatre, combining singing, dance, and performance.
  • You'll build dance technique across a range of styles.
  • You'll take part in live performances throughout the year.
  • You'll explore the business side of the performing arts industry.
  • You'll strengthen your English, maths, and employability skills.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical workshops, group rehearsals, and live performances. Classes are classroom-based and full-time during the day. Assessment includes practical performance work and coursework. An interview and audition form part of the entry process.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Adult Skills Centre Colchester will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, or television productions.
  • Dancer, works in stage shows, music videos, or live events.
  • Performing arts assistant, supports productions in a school or community setting.
  • Stage crew member, works on set, lighting, or sound for live shows.
  • Drama workshop leader, runs creative sessions for community groups.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts, the natural next step for those wanting to specialise in acting, dance, or musical theatre.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts, a broader qualification that can support applications to drama school or university.
  • Higher National Certificate in Performing Arts, for those aiming toward a degree-level route in the arts.
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