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Free Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Newcastle upon Tyne

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Dance City, full-time over two years.

The course covers performance and production across both years. In Year 1 you explore a broad range of disciplines, develop practical skills, and work on collaborative projects. In Year 2 you specialise, investigate your chosen area, and deliver a final major project with a public performance or production outcome. You'll be assessed through practical performances, rehearsals, training sessions, and assignments.

Entry requires an audition and interview, along with five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and maths where possible. You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Diploma in Performing and Production Arts.

Who this course is for

The UAL Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts is a full‑time, two‑year programme designed for learners aiming to develop their skills in a broad range of performance and production disciplines.

Entry requirements

Learners will be required to audition and interview for this education programme and must achieve five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, where possible, including English Language and maths

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical performance and production skills across a range of disciplines.
  • You'll explore different areas of the performing arts industry.
  • You'll work on collaborative projects with other learners.
  • You'll investigate and specialise in a chosen area of performance or production.
  • You'll plan and deliver a final major project.
  • You'll present a public performance or production outcome.
  • You'll build analytical and creative skills alongside practical training.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical performance sessions, rehearsals, and training. Assessment is through performances, production work, and written assignments. The course is classroom and studio based, full-time during the day. In Year 2 you take on a specialist investigation and a final major project, which you present as a public performance or production.

What you will need to bring

The provider notes that uniform may be required depending on the education centre. Dance City will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or other live productions.
  • Dancer, works in professional dance companies, theatre, or commercial productions.
  • Stage manager, coordinates the technical and logistical side of live productions.
  • Production assistant, supports the delivery of performances and events.
  • Drama facilitator, leads performing arts workshops in community or education settings.
  • Arts administrator, works behind the scenes to support arts organisations and venues.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Diploma in Performing Arts (Level 5), a two-year higher education route for those wanting to deepen specialist skills before entering the industry.
  • BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or a related subject (Level 6), a degree for those aiming for advanced practice or teaching roles.
  • Specialist conservatoire or drama school training, for those pursuing professional performance at the highest level, usually requiring a separate audition process.
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