Performance BTEC First Diploma

BTEC

In Totton

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Totton

The course aims to introduce you to the disciplines of dance, drama and music.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Totton (Hampshire)
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Calmore Road, SO40 3ZX

Start date

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About this course

You should have an interest within the performing arts, with previous experience in two of the three art forms (dance, drama and music). You also need a mixture of GCSE grades D and E.

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Course programme


Performance, BTEC First Diploma
About the Course
Two Core Units:
There are two Core Units, in which you will be designated a role within a performing arts company. Your work will involve making and rehearsing material for a performance and presenting this to a range of audiences. You will also write a budget, market the event and prepare an income and expenditure account for a performing arts production.
Four Additional Units:
Design Performance
You will specialise in one area - set, costume, props, lighting or sound - but develop the skills and knowledge for all. You will be assessed on your role within the production team.
Understanding Drama
You will explore aspects of drama, devising performances using a variety of stimuli and different techniques.
Understanding Music
Through study of a variety of musical styles, you will learn about structure, melody, rhythm and notation. You will also perform your own composition from a score you have created.
Performing Dances
You will participate in regular technique classes and demonstrate technique in at least two different dance styles, culminating in three final performances.
Course Aims
The course aims to introduce you to the disciplines of dance, drama and music.
What are the entry requirements?
How is the course assessed?
Assessment is 100% coursework through a range of assignments and performances.
Fees
No Course Fees for Under 19's. Over 19's must pay, or claim Level 2 or Level 3 Entitlement for FREE courses .
What next?
By successfully completing this course at Merit level, you can go on to AS level Performing Arts or BTEC National Award in Performing Arts: Dance.

Performance BTEC First Diploma

Price on request