BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts (Design)

BTEC

In Stratford-Upon-Avon

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Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Stratford-upon-avon

  • Duration

    2 Years

2 years full-time. The course will be delivered by a team of experienced teachers, many of whom have worked professionally in the performing arts industry. Each lecturer brings unique skills, style and areas of speciality to the course. DESIGN. Who is this Diploma for?Students who want to design and/or make costumes and settings. Further TrainingDrama School, University, Art School. CoursesTheatre.

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Stratford-Upon-Avon (Warwickshire)
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The Willows North, Alcester Road, CV37 9QR

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About this course

You will normally need to have at least one of the following:· 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English Language· BTEC First Diploma, ideally with an overall merit profile, plus GCSE English Language at grade C or aboveYou will also need to be able to demonstrate your commitment to the course. You will be required to attend an informal interview and should...

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BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts (Design)

About the Course
Subject
Performing Arts
Study Mode
Full-time

Introduction 2 years full-time
The course will be delivered by a team of experienced teachers, many of whom have worked professionally in the performing arts industry. Each lecturer brings unique skills, style and areas of speciality to the course.
DESIGN
Who is this Diploma for?Students who want to design and/or make costumes and settings
Further TrainingDrama School, University, Art School
CoursesTheatre Design, Costume Design, Costume Making, Costume and Make-up for Performing Arts, Theatre Wardrobe, Costume Interpretation, Pattern Cutting, History of Dress
CareersSet and/or Costume Designer for Film, Television or Live Performance, Costume Maker, Pattern Cutter, Wardrobe Manager, Model Maker, Make-up Artist, Costumier, Exhibition and Trade Show Designer, Researcher
Year One
Core UnitsProduction Workshop

Performing Arts in Context

Year One
Technical Units

Year One
Design Units
Costume Design 1

Stage Design 1

Design 1 - Drawing Development

Model Making

Costume Making

Masks

Make-up Design and Application 1

Year Two
Core Units
Performing Arts Business

Production Planning

Production (Double Unit)

Year Two
Technical

Year Two
Design UnitsStage Design 2

Period Costume

Wardrobe

Costume Design 2

Period Make-up

Course Units For this course you will need to complete a total of 18 units. These will include:

· Production Workshop (Core)
· The Historical Context of Performance (Core)
· The Performing Arts Business (Core)
· Production Planning(Core)
· Production (Double Unit) (Core)
· Stage Design
· Model Making
· Developing Costume Design
· Costume Design
· Costume Making
· Mask Making
· Period Costume
· Wardrobe Management
· Make-up Application
· Period Make-up
· Drawing
· Materials and processes

Assessment You will complete a number of assignments for each unit.

Further Opportunities
· This course is designed specifically for students aiming at a career in Costume, Stage Design or Make-up in the Film, Television or Theatre Industries, which could include Costume Designer, Set Designer, Costume Maker, Wardrobe Manager, Pattern Cutter, Make-up Artist, Researcher, Costumier, Model Maker and Mask Maker
· Progression to Degree, Higher National Diploma, Drama School and Art courses, where they could further their studies in the following areas: Theatre Design, Costume Design, Costume Making, Make-up for the Performing Arts, Theatre Wardrobe, Costume Interpretation, Interior Design and Fashion

Entry Requirements
You will normally need to have at least one of the following:

· 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English Language
· BTEC First Diploma, ideally with an overall merit profile, plus GCSE English Language at grade C or above

You will also need to be able to demonstrate your commitment to the course. You will be required to attend an informal interview and should bring with you any design/artwork that reinforces your current skills and interests.

BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts (Design)

Price on request