BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Production Arts: Technical

Course Team Leader: Lee, James

Course Level: Level 3

Course Type: Full Time

Curriculum Area Description: Performing Arts & Music

How to Apply: Interview
Entry Requirements: 5 GCSEs at grade C and above including English and interest in technical backstage production

Study Hours: 16
Nº of Weeks:37

Work Placement: No
Work Placement Attendence: Optional

Course Progression: On completion of the two year extended diploma, learners may progress onto Foundation or Undergraduate Degrees in areas related to Technical Theatre.

Careers Progression: The course offers options for employment in LIve Sound, Lighting and Stage Management. This could be in Theatres Concert Venues.

Course Description:
The course covers all the behind the scenes roles involved in Theatre and Concert Production - Lighting, Sound and Stage Management.

Description Breakdown:
Over the two years you will cover aspects of Stage Management, Lighting and Sound equipment and you will learn the importance of how the three areas work together. You will also look at Production Arts planning, the history of performance, health and safety and working for yourself in the Industry.
Functional Skills will form an integral part of the course.
Modules are assessed using a range of methods including practical assignments, written essays, projects and phase tests.

Assessment Description: Exams and Continuous

Nº Places Available: 15

Qualification: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Production Arts (

Tuition Fees: 500
Material Fees: 25
Exams Fees: 0
Exam Registration: 0
Residential Fees: 0
Total Fees: 525

Additional Costs: £25 for black kit for working backstage

Additional Costs Total: 25

Days Times: All Week - Monday to Friday