Performing Arts - Level 2

Essentials

Duration: 1 Year Full-time
Start date: 4th September 2023
End date: 7th June 2024
Information event: Y

Course fee: FREE (See eligibility criteria)

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Course Content

This course is designed for students with a keen interest in Performing Arts. We introduce students to wide range of skills, including:

• Acting
• Devising Plays
• Performing Arts Production
• Working in the Performing Arts Industry
• Professional Development.

If you are accepted onto this course without a Grade C or above in Maths and/or English you will be required to complete the relevant Essential Skills qualification. This will be a compulsory part of your timetable.

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Course Aims

On completion of the course, learners should:

• Know how to carry out planning requirements for a performing arts production
• Understand the planning and preparation process
• Understand the areas of business practise and job opportunities in the performing arts
• Be able to interpret and develop a role, taking part in scripted and devised performances.
• Be able to use vocal and movement skills.

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Special Features

Students will have the opportunity of working with external theatre companies in both a professional and workshop capacity. They will attend the theatre regularly and take part in local community projects. Students will develop their self confidence and improve interview and presentation skills.

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Assessment Methods

Assessment will be both practical and written, with the practical taking the higher percentage. Students will be assessed individually, but are required to work as a team.

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Applicants should have at least 4 GCSEs at Grade D-E, or above, or other relevant qualifications. In circumstances where there are more applications for the course than there are places available, the College reserves the right to ask for higher grades.

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Successful candidates, on completion of the course, can gain a place on the Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts.

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