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Level 4 Professional Diploma in Performance Course in Scunthorpe

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact DN Colleges Group for more info.

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About this course

Level 4 Professional Diploma in Performance Course in Scunthorpe. Classes run at North Lindsey College, full-time during the day. It is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your prior qualifications and circumstances.

This professional performance course runs for one year. You choose a pathway in Acting, Dance, or Musical Theatre. The course builds advanced performance skills across all three disciplines, preparing you for further training or work in the industry. You will need GCSE Maths and GCSE English at Grade 4 or above to apply. A Level 3 Performing Arts qualification is desirable but not essential.

You will finish with a University of the Arts London Professional Diploma in Performance.

Who this course is for

Within the course, students will be given the opportunity to enhance their performance skills in preparation for the next level of training or going straight into the industry, within their chosen discipline. The Level 4 qualification pathways are Acting, Dance and Musical Theatre. This year long course can be used as a gap year before attending University or Stage School.

Progression options:

  • Stage Performer (West End, Regional and Touring Theatres)
  • Screen Acting (Television, Film)

Entry requirements

GCSE Maths Grade 4 or above, GCSE English Grade 4 or above. A Level 3 Performing Arts qualification is desirable but not essential. Passion and determination for the subject is essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced acting, dance, or musical theatre skills within your chosen pathway.
  • You'll rehearse and perform in productions to build stage experience.
  • You'll study performance techniques used in professional theatre, television, and film.
  • You'll work on audition skills and industry preparation.
  • You'll explore movement, voice, and characterisation relevant to your discipline.
  • You'll build a portfolio of performance work to support further training or job applications.

How you will learn

You will learn through practical studio sessions, rehearsals, and performances. Assessment is based on practical performance work and coursework projects within your chosen pathway. Classes are delivered in person at North Lindsey College during the day.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. North Lindsey College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performing in theatre, television, or film productions.
  • Dancer, working in stage shows, touring productions, or commercial dance.
  • Musical theatre performer, performing in West End, regional, or touring shows.
  • Screen performer, working in television drama or film.
  • Cruise ship entertainer, performing on board as part of a resident company.
  • Performing arts teacher or workshop leader, delivering classes in schools or studios.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Acting, Dance, or Musical Theatre at a conservatoire or university, for deeper specialist training.
  • A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Performing Arts, a work-focused Level 5 route.
  • A postgraduate course in performance or drama, for those returning after industry experience.
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