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Free Level 2 Performing Arts Course in Chatham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Performing and Production Arts Course in Chatham. Classes run at MidKent College Medway Campus, full-time during the day.

You'll work through ten units including introduction to performing arts and production, research skills, production development, and performance development. The course takes one year and builds toward a Final Major Project.

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

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts is a triple threat course including dancing, acting and singing. There are 10 coursework units all of which are internally assessed culminating in a Final Major Project at the end of the year.

You will study a wide range of units including; Introduction to performing arts and production, Introduction to research, Production development, and Performance development

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, including English or maths at grade D/3 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop acting techniques through practical performance work.
  • You'll build dancing skills across a range of styles and contexts.
  • You'll train your voice and singing for performance.
  • You'll learn how to research and develop a production.
  • You'll explore the fundamentals of performing arts and production.
  • You'll plan and deliver a Final Major Project to showcase your skills.

How you will learn

All ten units are assessed through coursework, so there are no written exams. You'll build a body of practical and written work across the year. The course ends with a Final Major Project, which brings together everything you've learned. Assessment is done internally at the college.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. MidKent College Medway Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or live events.
  • Dancer, works in stage productions, music videos, or touring shows.
  • Singer or vocalist, performs in musicals, bands, or live events.
  • Stage manager, coordinates productions behind the scenes.
  • Production assistant, supports creative teams on live or recorded projects.
  • Arts administrator, works in venues, companies, or arts organisations.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts, the natural next step for deeper training in acting, dance, or musical theatre.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts, a larger qualification that can support applications to drama school or university.
  • Foundation Degree in Performing Arts, for those who want to move into higher education and specialise further.
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