Full Time BTEC First Diploma in Performing Arts (Course code: 2500)

BTEC

In Croydon

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Croydon

  • Duration

    1 Year

There are two pathways to this course: Pathway A: Acting / Dance. Pathway B: Music Production. Pathway A: Acting / Dance. This course is for those students interested in performing and who want to pursue a career in the Performing Arts industry or who want to progress onto a BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts at Croydon Sixth Form College or other institutions. This course will provide.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Croydon (London)
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College Road, CR9 1DX

Start date

On request

About this course

Applicants will have met one of the following entry requirements:
2 GCSEs at grades A*- D; or
BTEC Introductory Diploma in a related subject; or
GNVQ Foundation in a related subject; or
Other recognised UK/Overseas related FULL FE Level 1 awards.
Applicants will also have auditioned and interviewed successfully for the course.
All applicants have to provide a positive educational...

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Course programme


MODE OF STUDY FT
FE LEVEL 2
DURATION 1 year
START DATE(S) September
DAY(S)/TIME(S) OFFERED Students can expect to be involved in learning activities across most days of the week between 9.00am - 5.00pm
TOTAL FEE
TOTAL OVERSEAS FEE
ADDITIONAL COSTS There will be some additional expenses for equipment, visits and materials
AWARDING/VALIDATION BODY Edexcel/London Qualifications
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants will have met one of the following entry requirements:

2 GCSEs at grades A*- D; or
BTEC Introductory Diploma in a related subject; or
GNVQ Foundation in a related subject; or
Other recognised UK/Overseas related FULL FE Level 1 awards.

Applicants will also have auditioned and interviewed successfully for the course.

All applicants have to provide a positive educational reference stating their suitability for this course, as well giving information on behaviour, punctuality and attendance on their previous course.
PROGRAMME CONTENT/STRUCTURE
There are two pathways to this course:
Pathway A: Acting / Dance
Pathway B: Music Production

Pathway A: Acting / Dance
This course is for those students interested in performing and who want to pursue a career in the Performing Arts industry or who want to progress onto a BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts at Croydon Sixth Form College or other institutions. This course will provide plenty of practical experience in the many productions that students will be involved in.

In addition to studying Basic Skills the subjects covered will include:

Acting;
Dance Performance;
Understanding Dance;
Devising Drama;
Production Process (Performance projects); and
Performing Arts Business
Production support (crewing / front of house activities).
Other subjects offered through enrichment include singing, bands, and personal development.

Pathway B: Music Production
This course is for those students interested in production and / or performing and who want to pursue a career in the Music or Performing Arts industries or who want to progress onto a BTEC National Diploma in Music Technology or Music at Croydon Sixth Form College or other institutions. This course will provide plenty of practical experience in the many productions that students will be involved in.

In addition to studying Basic/Key Skills the subjects covered will include:

Performing Arts Business;
Production Process (Performance Projects);
Exploring Musical Composition;
Exploring Computer Systems used by Musicians;
Producing a Musical Recording and
Sound Operations for Stage Performance
Production support (crewing / front of house activities).
Other subjects that are offered through enrichment may include lighting operations, bands, and personal development.
PROGRESSION/CAREERS OPPORTUNITIES
Pathway A: Leads on to the National Diploma Performing Arts, National Diploma Performing Arts (Dance) or similar Level 3 programmes.

Pathway B: Leads on to the National Diploma Music, National Diploma Music Technology, or similar Level 3 programmes.

It may also be possible to progress to other Level 3 qualifications, including National Diplomas in other Art & Media subjects at Croydon 6F.
ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE coursework and FMP practical examination
EXCURSIONS / WORK EXPERIENCE Theatre Visits / Studio Visits / Visiting Practitioners / Visiting Speakers

Full Time BTEC First Diploma in Performing Arts (Course code: 2500)

Price on request