Useful Information
Students on the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting) course will encounter an exciting array of vastly differing acting styles. They will develop skills in acting and performing, and will play a crucial role in the organisation and development of performance pieces. The course is practical, involving performance, coursework, and many opportunities to take part in plays and productions. Students will develop knowledge of the styles of practitioners and explore the ideas and themes of contemporary theatre, as well as devising and producing original work.
The demands within the performing arts industry mean learners need to be able to manage deadlines well, work effectively with others and communicate their ideas in different ways. This assessment methodology now more closely matches experiences learners will have in employment and thus increases their chances of successful progression. The units give valuable ways for learners to develop highly transferable skills and to be assessed in a synoptic way. The combination of mandatory content and optional units means that the qualification in Performing Arts can be tailored to suit all needs from acting and dance, to musical theatre and community-focused projects.
There is a requirement for written, research, review and evaluation.
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Course Overview
The BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting) course offers students a diverse range of acting styles and opportunities to develop their skills in acting and performing. The course is practical and includes performance, coursework, and various opportunities to participate in plays and productions. Students will also gain knowledge of different practitioners' styles, explore contemporary theatre themes, and create original work. The course emphasizes the importance of managing deadlines, effective teamwork, and diverse communication skills, all of which are essential in the performing arts industry.
The Diploma is a substantial part of a 16–19 study programme and can be complemented with other BTEC Nationals or A Levels to support progression to higher education or employment. The course is equivalent in size to two A Levels and consists of 8 units spread across two years, including 6 mandatory and 3 external units.
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Course Highlights
Performing Arts students have the opportunity to participate in various course-related experiences, such as theatre trips, National Theatre Live, cinema viewings, and collaborations with theatre groups.
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
BTEC qualifications are highly valued in higher education and by employers, opening up opportunities for careers in acting, musical theatre, performance, arts administration, and other related fields.
Additionally, students may consider further study in areas such as drama therapy, speech therapy, teaching, journalism, advertising, marketing, or travel and tourism, depending on their additional advanced level courses.
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Assessment
Students are expected to perform in public, work collaboratively, problem-solve, plan their own learning, and communicate effectively.
Throughout the course, students will work on productions, investigate performance structures, and actor training. Towards the end of the course, students will plan potential routes into employment or further study.
The exam board for this course is Pearson BTEC.
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Entry Requirements
Students interested in the BTEC Level 3 courses should have at least four GCSE passes at Grade 4 or above, including English and Mathematics, and a satisfactory school reference.
Additionally, all students will be required to attend an audition.
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