Free Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Solihull

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

About this course

Free Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Solihull. Classes run at Solihull College And University Centre, full-time over two years.

The course develops your vocal, acting, and dance skills to a high level. You'll build on existing performance experience and grow as a creative performer. Units cover performance technique, production, and creative practice across a range of disciplines.

You'll need four GCSEs at grade C or above, including English Language, plus a successful interview. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts.

Who this course is for

The Level 3 Extended Diploma programme is a vocational course covering all aspects of performance in a stimulating environment, developing your current vocal, acting and dance skills and techniques to a more detailed and in-depth level over two academic years.

Delivered by knowledgeable and experienced Performing Arts professionals, you will be able to build upon your previous performance experience and develop your creative skills as a performer, standing you in good stead for professional Stage School, University and industry employment.

During the course you will explore a range of units, 9 units in the first year and 9 units in the second year, some of which include:

  • Performance to an Audience
  • Rehearsing for Performance
  • Principles of Acting
  • Musical Theatre Performance
  • Classical Theatre Performance
  • Contemporary Theatre Performance
  • Performing Arts Business
  • Dance Performance
  • Singing Skills for Actors and Dancers

You will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of productions to a live audience and gain work experience within the Performing Arts industry. You will also benefit from theatre trips, backstage tours and visits from Performing Arts practitioners.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the course are 4 GCSEs grade C/4 or above- one of which must be English Language- a successful interview and school report.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop vocal technique and performance skills.
  • You'll build acting skills across a range of styles and genres.
  • You'll train in dance technique and movement for performance.
  • You'll explore creative and devised performance work.
  • You'll study production and stagecraft elements.
  • You'll develop your skills as a collaborative performer.
  • You'll build a portfolio of performance experience over two years.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical workshops, studio sessions, and performances. Assessment is mainly through coursework, projects, and observed performances rather than written exams. You'll work in a creative environment alongside other performers, with teaching from experienced performing arts professionals.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Solihull College And University Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, film, television, or radio productions.
  • Dancer, works in professional dance companies or touring shows.
  • Performing arts teacher, delivers classes in schools or community settings.
  • Stage manager, coordinates productions from rehearsal to performance.
  • Drama workshop facilitator, leads creative sessions for community groups.
  • Choreographer, creates and directs dance for stage or screen.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Drama, a degree for those wanting to develop professionally at university level.
  • BA (Hons) in Dance, for those focusing on movement and choreography.
  • Higher National Diploma in Performing Arts, a Level 5 qualification for further specialist study.
  • Drama school audition programmes, for those pursuing professional actor training.