L3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts – September 2024
| Funding information: | Free For Eligible 16-18 year olds and First Full L3 for 19-23 year olds. Adult Learner Loans available, course costs apply. |
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| Duration: | 2 years |
| Attendance: | Full-time Provision |
Course Overview
The courses are suited to those with an appetite to develop skills and knowledge in all areas of the performing arts. As a performing arts student you’ll have access to our bespoke facilities including an in-house studio theatre, private dance space and costume and props store.
All of our staff come from a professional performing arts background so they can help you develop the skills needed for a career in this competitive industry.
Course Content
You will develop skills in acting, dance and singing/vocal work. You will study a number of key units including:
- Principles of performance
- Engaging with an audience
- Introduction to professional practice
- Critical and contextual awareness
- Production skills and context
- Performance skills and context
Preparation for specialist study and Collaborative performance project
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above – must include English, Maths and a creative subject (extracurricular performing arts experience will be considered). You will also take part in a group audition workshop, showing your performance skills and passion for performing arts (acting/movement/vocal). *Applicants without grade 4 in maths may be considered if a high standard of skills is demonstrated at audition*
Assessment Methods
- Practical assignments
- written assignments
Progression
This course is the ideal starting point if you want to progress to employment or university level study/further performance studies.