The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation/Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Dance Pathway) is a course designed to be studied over two years and aims to support progression to a range of sector-related degrees with the goal of leading to higher education and employment in dance.
During this practical and high-spirited course, students will cover a range of dance practices, contextual activities related to the dance industry and will also be given the opportunity to be involved in public performances. It will provide students with an understanding of dance through engagement with techniques, the work of practitioners, industry conventions and dance appreciation. The method of learning is a mixture of both tutor led and practical sessions and the qualification combines practical and theory-based assignments.
Those enrolled on the course will study the three core disciplines in dance: ballet, jazz and tap, along with other dance techniques such as contemporary, street, urban dance and choreographic skills. There will also be a focus on enhancing their ability to carry out independent research to further their knowledge, develop their individual practice, and understand the performing arts industry in general. This will culminate with a final performance at the end of each year, researched, devised and delivered by the students. The course will also prepare students for next steps, such as auditioning for dance/stage schools and university.
The course is taught by subject specialists, and you will be working both independently and in small groups, utilising our state of the art facilities. There may also be opportunities for students to attend external performances or workshops with industry professionals.
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation/Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Acting Pathway) is a course designed to be studied over two years and aims to support progression to a range of sector-related degrees with the goal of leading to higher education and employment in performing arts.
During this practical and varied course, students will cover a range of acting and performance skills, contextual activities related to theatre arts and will also be given the opportunity to be involved in public performances. It will provide students with an understanding of performing arts through engagement with techniques, the work of practitioners, industry conventions and community projects. The method of learning is a mixture of both tutor led and practical sessions and the qualification combines practical and theory-based assignments.
Those enrolled on the course will study a range of different acting and performance styles as well as advancing their technical proficiency and development of performance for different audiences. There will also be a focus on enhancing their ability to carry out independent research to further their knowledge and understand plays, characters, key drama & theatre practitioners and the performing arts industry in general. This will culminate with a final performance at the end of each year, researched, devised and delivered by the students. The course will also prepare students for next steps, such as auditioning for drama/stage schools and university.
The course is taught by subject specialists, and you will be working both independently and in small groups, utilising our state of the art facilities. There may also be opportunities for students to attend external performances or workshops with local theatres. The course offers a unique opprtunity to tour in local schools, working with key stakeholders and external organisations.
The UAL Level 2 Award/Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (Technical Theatre Pathway) is a course designed to develop students' potential for working in in theatre production and prepare them for future qualifications.
During this hands-on, practical one-year course, students will cover a wide range of technical skills, contextual activities related to theatre and will also be given the opportunity to be involved in the backstage production of our public performances. The method of learning is a mixture of both tutor led and practical sessions.
Students will develop a range of technical skills across theatre production, such as stage maintenance, set design and construction, theatre lighting and sound, and production health and safety. They will work in close collaboration with our acting, dance and musical theatre students in creating and realising thought-provoking and exciting stage performances.
The course is taught by subject specialists, and you will be working both independently and in small groups, utilising our state of the art facilities. There may be opportunities for students to attend external performances or workshops with local theatres.
**On Completion of the course, you will achieve a Level 2 UAL Award and Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (Technical Theatre)
The UAL Level 2 Award/Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (Musical Theatre Pathway) is a course designed to develop students' potential for working in the musical theatre profession and prepare them for future qualifications.
During this fast paced, practical one-year course, students will cover a wide range of performance skills, contextual activities related to dance and will also be given the opportunity to be involved in public performances. The method of learning is a mixture of both tutor led and practical sessions.
Those enrolled on the course will study the three core disciplines of musical theatre: acting, singing and dance. For their acting lessons, students will focus on a range of skills, techniques and practitioners. For their dance lessons, students will study ballet, jazz and tap, along with other dance techniques such as contemporary, street dance and choreographic skills. There is also a strong focus for singing, which will include lessons in vocal technique, choral repertoire, acting through song and applying technique to performance.
The course is taught by subject specialists, and you will be working both independently and in small groups, utilising our state of the art facilities. There may also be opportunities for students to attend external performances or workshops with industry professionals.
In some sessions, skills development or projects, you may work alongside other Performing Arts L2 & L3 students. This reflects industry practice and behaviours.
On Completion of the course, you will achieve a UAL L2 Award or Diploma in Performing and Production Arts Performing & Production Arts (Musical Theatre)
The UAL Level 2 Award/Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (Dance Pathway) is a course designed to develop students' potential for working in the dance profession and prepare them for future qualifications.
During this lively, practical one-year course, students will cover a wide range of performance skills, contextual activities related to musical theatre and will also be given the opportunity to be involved in public performances. The method of learning is a mixture of both tutor led and practical sessions.
Those enrolled on the course will study a range of dance styles and apply these to on-stage performances, as well as advancing their theoretical knowledge. Students may study key skills in dance: ballet, jazz and tap, along with other dance skill development such as contemporary, commercial or street dance
The course is taught by subject specialists, and you will be working both independently and in small groups, utilising our state of the art dance studios. There may also be opportunities for students to attend external performances or workshops with industry professionals. In some sessions or projects, you may work alongside other Performing Arts L2 students as well as some skills development with L3 Dance.
The UAL Level 2 Award/Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (Acting Pathway) is a course designed to develop students' potential for working in the acting profession and prepare them for future qualifications.
During this fast paced, practical one-year course, students will cover a wide range of performance skills, contextual activities related to acting and will also be given the opportunity to be involved in public performances. The method of learning is a mixture of both tutor led and practical sessions.
Those enrolled on the course will study a range of acting styles and apply these to on stage performances, as well as advancing their theatrical production skills. There will also be a focus on enhancing their ability to carry out research to further knowledge and understanding of plays, characters, key theatre practitioners and the performing arts industry.
The course is taught by subject specialists, and you will be working both independently and in small groups, utilising our state of the art facilities. There may also be opportunities for students to attend external performances or workshops with local theatres. There may also be the chance to take part in the National Theatre Connections festival at the Royal & Derngate.
In some sessions, skills development or projects, you may work alongside other Performing Arts L1 & L2 students. This reflects industry practice and behaviours.
**On Completion of the course, you will achieve a UAL L2 Award or Diploma in Performing and Production Arts Performing & Production Arts (Acting)
The UAL Level 1 Diploma in Music, Performing and Production Arts is an exciting and vibrant introduction to the world of Performing Arts.
This practical one-year course is designed to give students who wish to pursue performing arts the opportunity to broadly explore the world of theatre arts practice, develop performance abilities and test their creative potential. For those new to performing arts, it aims to enhance self-confidence and communication skills, along with providing an insight into career demands and opportunities within the sector. Students will explore materials, methods and processes that support performing and production activities, and will begin to expand their skills. Some skills development may be delivered alongside L1 Music students or other L2 disciplines as appropriate.
The course is taught by subject specialists, and you will be working both independently and in small groups, utilising our state of the art facilities. There may also be opportunities for students to attend external performances or workshops with local theatres.
**On Completion of the course, you will achieve a UAL L1 Diploma in Music, Performing & Production Arts
The course provides advanced theoretical and practical skills, knowledge and experience across all the key areas of music production.
This one-year programme follows on directly from our HNC in Music Technology. It will enable you to develop advanced, industry-standard skills in music production, studio and live sound-engineering techniques, mixing & mastering, composition techniques and sound design for interactive media. All students will produce their own professionally mixed and mastered EP or album as a part of this course. In addition to these practical elements you will also complete a research-based dissertation on a topic of your own choice.
Teaching staff all have considerable music industry experience and can guide students, depending on whether they wish to pursue a career as a composer, producer or sound engineer, or further their studies with a top-up degree programme.
You will cover a wide range of music production and technology activities. Developing knowledge of all the major software, access to state of the art studio equipment and experience of live sound, studio recording and computer based music. This is a practical course and includes both tutor and student led sessions, performances and theory-based assignments. Level 3 Music Performance & Production is a practical course including a portfolio of production work and theory based assignments. Practical elements include use of audio production facilities, learning industry standard DAW (digital audio software) including Apple Mac & PC software, keyboard lab & Music theory for Production, workshops in schools and supporting gigs in performance venues (both in house and externally) . This course provides an opportunity to compose music, work with and perform at live gigs and work in the professionally equipped Studios . The College has strong links with the local Music Community, Studio & Producers, the Royal & Derngate and the Roadmender. The method of learning is by a mixture of academic and practical sessions.
** on completion of the course, you will achieve a level 3 UAL Diploma or Extended Diploma in Music, Performance and Production
The level 2 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to access and progress to your level 3 programme.
This course will provide you with the opportunity to explore, develop and test your creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating, demanding and supportive.
You will undergo an extensive programme of training, exercises and activities, which will equip you for working within a range of performance situations. Each project is designed to give you an insight into the professional world of the performing arts. Throughout your course you will develop a ‘toolkit’ of essential skills and techniques as a foundation to your professional performance work.
This course is fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds.
