Performing Arts

Course Content

The course is essentially practical with written analysis and research based learning. The external assessment means that you need to be equipped with strong analytical skills as well as well-developed ability in performance.

The course consists of four units – three mandatory and one optional as follows:

Unit 1 - Investigation Practitioners Workshop:

This unit is externally marked and contains a practical and written study looking at a particular practitioner or practitioners.

Unit 2 - Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance:

This unit is internally assessed and moderated by the exam board. It contains a series of workshops aimed at developing your skills and will involve live performance.

Unit 3 - Group Performance Workshop:

This is a major performance designed to showcase all the key performance and analytical skills encountered on the course.

Unit 4 - Internally Assesses Optional Unit:

There will be one other internally assessed optional unit which will be decided based on the skillset of the learning group.

The range of vocational assessments – practical and written – mean you can showcase your learning and achievements to best effect when you take your next step, whether that’s supporting applications to higher education courses or potential employers.

Course Entry Requirements

Standard entry requirements apply

Course Specification

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts

Performing Arts Specification link