Performing Arts Level 2 Diploma EDEXCEL

Performing Arts Level 2 Diploma EDEXCEL
Course Overview
The BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing Arts is a practical, career-focussed course. You will learn by gaining practical skills in drama, dance and music. You will also study for a key skills qualification in Communication and a supporting GCSE in 3D Art & Design (set / prop making), taught on the Ormskirk Campus.
Start Date
Duration
Venue

06 September 2010
1 Year
Westbank Campus, Skelmersdale

Who The Course is for
This course is for anyone who wishes to gain a vocational qualification in Performing Arts. It is ideal if you are straight from school or have been out of education for a while and is particularly suitable if you don†t have many qualifications but want to progress your career.
Successful students tend to:
- be self-disciplined and hardworking - work well in a team
- have a strong voice
- have an interest in performing and the art of acting
- a good level of agility.
Course Content
On this course, you will study the BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing Arts plus Functional Skills in Communication and Numeracy (at the appropriate level) and GCSE in 3D Art and Design (set / prop making)
- The course is made up of core units that everyone takes and specialist units
- The specialists units enable you to study a particular area in more depth
Core Units:
- Stage Management
- The Performing Arts Business Specialist Units
- Performing Scripted Plays
- Performing Dance
- Musical Theatre
- Working as a Musical Ensemble
Entry RequirementsLearning & Assessment Methods
All units are assessed, and graded and an overall grade (Pass, Merit or Distinction) for the qualification is awarded.
Qualifications Gained
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing Arts
NCFE Certificate in Performance Skills Level 1
Functional Skills
Tutorial and Enrichment Studies

Progression Opportunities
The course aims to help students progress to the National Diploma in Performing Arts, A Levels or related subjects.
Career Opportunities
This course aims to help students gain employment in the performing arts industry at a junior level.
Course Costs
If you are 16-18 years old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*. If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course. *exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion.