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Free Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Leeds – Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Leeds. Classes run at Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course focuses on acting as a practical discipline. You'll develop your voice, body, and imagination as a performer. Units cover character development, physical theatre, play reading, and communicating with an audience. All assessment is practical and coursework-based, reflecting how you'd work as a professional actor.

You'll need a grade 4 in GCSE English Language and Maths, plus a successful audition. The course is for 16 to 19 year olds. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Performing Arts.

Who this course is for

School leavers aged 16 to 19

Entry requirements

You will need a grade 4 in English Language and Maths, and successful completion of an audition to assess suitability. Information about the audition process will be provided at interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your voice and physical presence as a performer.
  • You'll explore techniques in character development and role preparation.
  • You'll practise physical theatre and movement-based performance.
  • You'll study play reading and script analysis.
  • You'll learn how to communicate intention to an audience.
  • You'll build skills in rehearsal practice and creative responsibility.
  • You'll produce written reflections on your own skills development.

How you will learn

The course is 100% practical and coursework-based. There are no written exams. You'll learn through studio sessions, rehearsals, and performances. Work is assessed through practical tasks and written reflections on your development as a performer. All tasks are designed to reflect professional working practice.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should be prepared for physical activity in studio sessions, so comfortable clothing suitable for movement is advisable.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or radio productions.
  • Dancer, works in stage productions, music videos, or live events.
  • Drama facilitator, leads workshops in schools or community settings.
  • Theatre technician, supports productions from backstage.
  • Performing arts teacher, trains the next generation of performers.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts, a larger qualification for those wanting a broader performing arts grounding before higher education.
  • BA (Hons) Acting or Performing Arts degree, the next step for those aiming for a career on stage or screen.
  • Accredited drama school training, specialist conservatoire programmes for acting, musical theatre, or dance.
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