Performing Arts – Level 3 Extended Certificate

Entry Requirements:

• (dependent on study programme)
  • Five GCSEs between 9-4 (or A*-C), one or two at B/6 with two of English, Maths or Science

  OR

  • Five GCSEs between 9-4 (or A*-C) together with Distinctions in BTEC Level 2 qualifications

  OR

  • Seven or eight GCSEs at grade 4 (or C)

You can study 2 other A Levels alongside this course

Exam Board: PEARSON

Course details

This is a Level 3 qualification that can be taken alongside other A-level courses.

The course is ideal for any student who wishes to progress their career in acting, performance or go into the creative industries. The course is a vocational qualification that enables students to develop their performance skills to a very high level and to learn the graft and craft of acting. Although it is predominately practical by nature you will take part in theory sessions to deepen your understanding of Drama and the industry. It is a nationally recognised qualification by well-established Universities and Drama Schools.

What will I study on the course?

In the first year you will study 2 units:

• Investigating Practitioners’ work
• Developing skills and techniques for live performance

In the second year you will study a further 2 units:

• Group performance workshop
• Acting styles

Will I need any qualifications to this course?

In addition to the college entry requirements stated above, entry onto this course consists of a positive outcome of the entry workshop audition during enrolment.

We ask that all students have a passion for theatre and performance and are enthusiastic about their studies as it is a demanding course.

Assessment: Approximately 70% Practical and 30% Written

The majority of your learning will take place in purpose built theatre and rehearsal studio where you will develop specific acting techniques and skills. You will learn through rehearsing, performing and research. You will be assessed through a blend of coursework and externally set examination tasks from the board. You will reflect on your practical rehearsal and performance work. creating supporting logs/evaluations of the work you have produced.

Where will this take me?

Many students who have completed their training with us have gone onto professional work and to prestigious drama schools and university including: East 15, LAMDA, Arts Educational, ALRA, Mountview, Central School of Speech and Drama.

Drama and Theatre

English Language and Literature