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Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Peterlee – East Durham College Peterlee Campus

Cost£7,172.00
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Level 3 Performing Arts Course in Peterlee. Classes run at East Durham College Peterlee Campus, full-time over 36 weeks.

The course covers music, dance, drama, and production. You'll develop performance techniques and create your own work. Projects take you both on campus and to external venues, including a ferry performance to Holland and a community pantomime. You'll need five GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths and English, to join.

You'll finish with the Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in Performing Arts, awarded by OCR.

Who this course is for

The OCR Level 3 programmes are designed to help you extend your understanding of performance and production whilst developing your skills in music, production, dance or drama; you will learn techniques as well as create your own performances. You will work on production projects and be involved in many activities both onsite and at external venues. Learners have the opportunity to perform on board the ferry to Holland, participate in the annual Community Pantomime, operate gigs and be made up as a zombie for the Zombie Apocalypse Halloween event. If you are passionate about working in the Arts, then this is the programme for you.

Entry requirements

5 A*-C grade GCSEs (including Maths and English).

What you will learn

  • You'll develop performance techniques in music, dance, or drama.
  • You'll work on production projects, including operating gigs and live events.
  • You'll create and perform your own work for real audiences.
  • You'll gain experience at external venues, including offsite and touring performances.
  • You'll learn stage and production skills alongside performance craft.
  • You'll collaborate on a community pantomime and other group productions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical projects, performances, and production work. Classes are classroom and studio based, with activities both on campus and at external venues. Assessment is through coursework, practical performance, and production projects rather than written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Durham College Peterlee Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Actor, performs in theatre, television, or film productions.
  • Dancer, works in stage shows, music videos, or touring companies.
  • Stage manager, coordinates productions behind the scenes.
  • Production technician, handles lighting, sound, or set for live events.
  • Drama facilitator, leads workshops in schools or community settings.
  • Performer or entertainer, works in cruise ships, theme parks, or touring shows.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before higher education.
  • BA (Hons) in Performing Arts or Drama, a degree for those aiming to work professionally in the arts.
  • Higher National Diploma in Performing Arts, a college-based route into the industry or further degree study.

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