Performing Arts BTEC National Certificate
BTEC
In Lewes
Description
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Type
BTEC
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Location
Lewes
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Duration
2 Years
This is a busy, exciting and performance centred course based in the purpose built Performing Arts Centre. It is structured around the creation of specific projects and the development of your vocational skills.
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Government funding available
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About this course
In addition to the standard college entry requirements for this programme you must have achieved a grade C or above in Drama or Dance GCSE, or an equivalent relevant qualification, which could include, for example, a Distinction in a BTEC First Performing Arts. You will also need to provide evidence of previous experience, and demonstrate a passion and interest in the Performing Arts and...
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Course programme
Performing Arts BTEC National Certificate
Subject category:
Performing Arts
What will I study?
This is a busy, exciting and performance centred course based in the purpose built Performing Arts Centre. It is structured around the creation of specific projects and the development of your vocational skills.
Duration:
Two years
Do I need any additional qualifications/ skills?
There are trips to venues such as The Globe and the National Theatre during the course, as well as local visits to Brighton Pavilion, Theatre Royal Brighton and Eastbourne Theatres. There are also opportunities to participate in international trips, workshops and activities. Previous trips have included Paris and New York.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is primarily through observation and presentation of practical performance projects supported by written coursework, group critique and individual tutorial. Students are encouraged to assess themselves enthusiastically and honestly, and to critique their practical projects positively. There are no examinations.
What can I do afterwards?
This course provides excellent training for progression in to Higher Education, or to work in the performing arts and entertainments industries. Many of our students go on to study at drama schools such as Rada, Mountview, Rose Bruford, East 15 or Central School of Speech and Drama.Others have gone on to study for a degree in the performing arts, art administration or technical theatre at universities such as Middlesex, Royal Holloway, Manchester, Bath Spa or Chichester.
Are there any additional costs involved?
You will be expected to provide £40 at the start of the course towards necessary course costs. There will also be extra potential costs for optional events and excursions that complement the curriculum.
Location:
Lewes 6th Form College
Entry Requirements
In addition to the standard college entry requirements for this programme you must have achieved a grade C or above in Drama or Dance GCSE, or an equivalent relevant qualification, which could include, for example, a Distinction in a BTEC First Performing Arts. You will also need to provide evidence of previous experience, and demonstrate a passion and interest in the Performing Arts and Entertainment Industries.
Performing Arts BTEC National Certificate