First Diploma in Performing Arts: Acting

First Diploma in Performing Arts: Acting

This course provides a varied programme of drama and performance work for you to enjoy. You will work with teaching staff, all of whom have professional industry experience, to produce both devised and directed pieces. You will extend your performance skills by developing your acting and vocal range, as well as your physical and emotional expression. Effective team-working is an essential skill requirement for this course. A tight, weekly programme ensures that you have the best opportunity to develop existing skills and experiment with new styles and techniques of performance. Throughout the course you will be taken on visits to professional theatres.

What will I be doing?

• understanding drama
• devising
• acting
• learning about the performing arts business
• complete a final major project

How will I be assessed?
You are assessed throughout the year on your practical work,which includes your commitment to rehearsals as well as the quality of the final product. As the majority of drama work is group orientated, your attendance and punctuality are key to achievement for yourself and others. Some practical work will be seen by an external examiner, while some will be graded 'in-house' at BSix. You will also need to keep a diarylike portfolio, or 'actor's log book'. The rehearsal process and evaluation of the final product is recorded in the portfolio, which will be regularly checked and graded by your teacher.

Where do I go from here?
The BTEC First Diploma is equivalent to four GCSEs at grade C. After completing this course you can go on to take the National Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting), a two year course which will prepare you for either university or drama school.

Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade D. You will need to demonstrate a strong interest in drama, while providing evidence of participation in previous performances in either school or amateur dramatics societies is also preferable.

Course Duration
1 Year