Free Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Croydon – The BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology – Daytime

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

About this course

Free Level 3 Performing and Production Arts Course in Croydon. Classes run at The BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology, full-time over two years.

The course covers performance across singing, dance, and acting, with a strong focus on musical theatre. You'll explore a wide range of performance styles and develop skills across all three disciplines. The course is equivalent to three A Levels.

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

Who this course is for

UAL Extended Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts (Production Arts)

The Technical Theatre Arts course provides students with excellent learning opportunities that not only equips them with the skills to pursue a professional career within the performing arts industry but also give them the foundation for higher education and training. Whilst our philosophy is very much a ‘hands on’ approach and the learning is delivered through a realistic working environment where students take part in practical exercises, simulated work environments and fulfilling technical roles on theatre productions in the schools theatres. We maintain the learning environment through the development of *log books in a range of skills which are an essential part of the course development and the students formative assessment.

The course teaches technical, creative and management skills and places an emphasis on students obtaining as wide a range of skills and experience as possible during the two year course. Teaching staff have all come from a professional background in the industry and the school has superbly equipped theatres, studio spaces and workshops. The course maintains strong links and partnerships within the industry and is sponsored by many leading companies such as PRG, Britannia Row and Function One.

Entry requirements

You will need to be dedicated, organised and a good timekeeper as a lot of the practical work you do will take place on productions outside of school hours. You should also have achieved a reasonable level in GCSE English and maths, as elements of the course are writing based. While not mandatory, some theatre experience in any field would be useful.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop performance skills across singing, dance, and acting.
  • You'll explore a wide range of musical theatre styles and traditions.
  • You'll learn how to integrate performance disciplines in a single production.
  • You'll build rehearsal and stagecraft skills through practical work.
  • You'll develop your ability to take and apply direction.
  • You'll create and present performances to an audience.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical studio sessions, rehearsals, and performances. Assessment is based on your work in class and in productions rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence showing your skills and progress across the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or touring productions.
  • Dancer, works in stage shows, music videos, or dance companies.
  • Musical theatre performer, combines singing, acting, and dance on stage.
  • Performing arts teacher or workshop leader, delivers classes in schools or community settings.
  • Stage manager, coordinates rehearsals and productions behind the scenes.
  • Choreographer, creates and directs dance for performances and events.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre or Performing Arts, a degree for those wanting to deepen their craft and open doors to professional performance careers.
  • BA (Hons) in Drama or Theatre Studies, suits those drawn more to acting and devised work.
  • Foundation Degree in Production Arts, for those interested in the technical and production side of live performance.

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