Technical Theatre BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3

Set, lighting, sound, props, costume. These are a few of the considerations required to put together a production. This course looks at each of these and more develop skills that are transferable from an arena sized concert or a theatrical production all the way to small scale touring theatre. Employment has grown alongside technology in this area and so there are job and higher education opportunities for students who complete this course of study.

The Technical Theatre Extended Diploma course programme focuses on developing the broad range of skills necessary for progression to work or further study at degree level in technical theatre. The qualification has been designed to meet the needs of the creative and cultural industries.

The emphasis is on practical skills underpinned by theoretical understanding and industry standard health and safety practices. Much of the work will be in support of the wide range of performances in theatre, dance and music that take place each year as well as having opportunity to speak to industry professionals, take part in production workshops and visit local and regional theatres. Each project you complete is designed to be realistic to what you would expect in industry.

In addition to your main programme, you will also engage in GEM and GAP activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.

Course Content
You will complete the 90 Credit Diploma in your first year and continue to the Extended Diploma in your second year.

Technical Theatre Level 3 Diploma units may include:

• Production Arts Workshop


• Production Arts Planning


• Production for Theatre Performance


• Assistant Stage Management


• Stage Management


• Stage Lighting Operations


• Stage Sound Operations


• Stage Technical Maintenance


• Performing Arts Events Management

Entry Requirements

Normally 5 GCSEs (grades A*-C) including English and maths, or satisfactory results in a relevant Level 2 qualification, and an interview.

Career Opportunities

The creative and cultural industries are one of the country’s major employers. There are many opportunities in the field of production arts including stage management, sound operation, lighting design and operation, rigging and set construction. This may involve working in a theatre, an arts centre, schools and colleges, conference venues or touring.

Course Progression

Successful students could progress directly into work or on to higher education courses such as the Foundation Degree/BA (Hons) in Technical Theatre at Colchester Institute, BA (Hons) in Lighting Design at Rose Bruford or BA (Hons) in Technical Theatre in East 15

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for a Full-Time course

Our term starts the week commencing 5th September 2016,
however you may have different start dates depending on the course.
You will receive the details of your first day over the summer period,
but if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.

You will need to complete an application form for our full-time courses,
our full-time application form can be downloaded here:

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships & Access Courses (PDF)

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application being received by our Admissions team,
if you do not receive this you should contact the team on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.

*Are you 19 or over?

If you are 19 or over on the day your course starts, and your course is an approved qualification at level 3 or above, you may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of your tuition.

Please call (01206) 712777 for more information.