Post A Job
Advertise Courses
Search Jobs
Search Courses

Free Level 2 Performing Arts Course in Bury

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
Apply now →

About this course

Free Level 2 Performing and Production Arts Course in Bury. Classes run at Bury College, full-time over one year. The course is for learners aged 16 to 18 years old.

You'll explore acting, dance, and musical theatre. Units cover introducing performance, communicating with an audience, staging a production, and developing your own personal project. You'll work both individually and as part of a team, building a professional approach to the entertainment industry.

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

Who this course is for

Learners aged 16 - 18

Entry requirements

For Level 2 Performing Arts: 4 GCSEs at grade 9-3. A degree of performance ability demonstrated in an audition.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop performance skills across acting, dance, and musical theatre.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with an audience.
  • You'll practise staging and producing live performances.
  • You'll carry out contextual research to support your creative work.
  • You'll complete a personal project, presented to a professional standard.
  • You'll work collaboratively in a performance environment, as part of a team.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical coursework units completed throughout the year. Each unit is assessed on a pass, merit, or distinction basis. The course ends with a practical final major project. You'll also take part in theatre trips and workshops with industry practitioners. You'll know what level you're working toward at every stage.

What you will need to bring

Specialist dance equipment is used for some classes. Costs may apply for external trips and visits. Bury College will confirm exactly what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performing in theatre, film, or television productions.
  • Dancer, working in stage shows, touring companies, or music videos.
  • Performer, taking on roles across live events and entertainment venues.
  • Stage manager, coordinating productions behind the scenes.
  • Stage technician, handling lighting, sound, and technical set-up.
  • Producer, overseeing the planning and delivery of live shows.
  • Choreographer, creating and directing dance for performance.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts, the natural next step for learners wanting to specialise further in acting, dance, or production.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Musical Theatre, for those focusing on singing, dance, and performance.
  • Foundation Degree in Performing Arts, for learners ready to move into higher education and professional training.
Apply on burycollege.ac.uk →
Apply now →

Related courses at Bury College

More courses near you