Level 2 Performing and Production Arts Course in Cambridge. Classes run at Cambridge Regional College, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year and covers the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to work in the performing arts industry or move on to Level 3 study. You'll collaborate with other students to form a professional company, creating and performing work to a professional standard across a range of techniques. You'll need three GCSEs at grade 3 or above to apply. You may also be invited to show your performance or production skills at a welcome event.
Who this course is for
The level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to access and progress to the Level 3 study programme or employment in the Performing Arts industry. Over the year, students will collaborate to create the professional company "JOT Ensemble" and will work to create performances to a professional standard. Standing for Jack of Trade, the students time with the company will expose them to a range of techniques and skills that are multi-disciplinary in their approach.
Entry requirements
You will need 3 GCSEs at grade 3 (D) or above.
In addition
You may like to take the opportunity to demonstrate your performance or production skills in the welcome event.
What you will learn
You'll develop performance and production skills across a range of techniques.
You'll collaborate with others to create work to a professional standard.
You'll gain experience working within a professional company structure.
You'll build knowledge of the performing arts industry and how it operates.
You'll practise creating and presenting performances for an audience.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, collaborative studio sessions at Cambridge Regional College. Work is produced as part of a student company, creating performances to a professional standard. Assessment is based on the work you create and present throughout the year, reflecting the practical nature of the performing and production arts qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cambridge Regional College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Performer. Stage, screen or live events work.
Stage manager. Coordinating productions from rehearsal to performance.
Production assistant. Supporting creative teams on shows and events.
Arts administrator. Behind-the-scenes coordination for arts organisations.
Community arts worker. Delivering arts projects in community settings.
Theatre technician. Technical support for lighting, sound or set.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts. The natural next step, deepening your skills and opening routes into higher education or professional work.
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts. A broader qualification for those wanting to specialise further before applying to drama school or university.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Performing Arts. A higher-level option if you want to move toward degree-level study in the arts.
