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Free Level 2 Performing Arts Course in Islington

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Performing and Production Arts Course in Islington. Classes run at Capital City College Holloway Campus, full-time during the day.

The course runs for 36 weeks and covers acting, movement, and performance. You'll study both contemporary and classical performance techniques. Practical work sits alongside theoretical study, including dramatic history and critical debate around current performance. Research skills are developed throughout.

You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above in English Language, or equivalent Functional Skills, plus a reference and a workshop audition. You'll finish with a Level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts.

Who this course is for

The course aims to provide opportunities for young adults to increase their knowledge of theatre, acting and performance practices, and to gain access to both vocational and higher education in this area.The emphasis of the course is the development of skills in acting, performance and movement and how they interrelate with each other to create exciting new approaches in performance.Practical classes in contemporary and classical performance techniques will be complemented by theoretical studies. Research skills will be developed through the study of dramatic history, which will include critical debate around current drama and performance work.

Entry requirements

You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 3 and above in English Language, or equivalent Functional SkillsA reference from your previous school/collegeAttend a workshop audition at the collegeAll applicants must have an audition to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in acting, movement, and performance.
  • You'll study contemporary and classical performance techniques.
  • You'll explore how acting, movement, and performance interrelate.
  • You'll build knowledge of dramatic history.
  • You'll engage in critical debate around current drama and performance work.
  • You'll develop research skills through theoretical study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical performance classes and theoretical study. The course is structured around units, starting with two introductory units that lead to an Award, followed by seven further units that make up the full Diploma. Assessment is built into the units throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Holloway Campus 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, commercial, or contemporary dance.
  • Entertainer, performs at live events and venues.
  • Theatre production assistant, supports productions backstage or front of house.
  • Presenter, hosts live or recorded shows and events.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (UAL), the natural next step and a two-year course that builds on this qualification.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts, opens routes into higher education or professional training.
  • Higher National Certificate in Performing Arts, for those looking to move into degree-level study.
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