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BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice
Option A: Dance
Option B: Musical Theatre
with intensive professional training and optional (strongly recommended) ISTD Level 4 Diploma in Dance Education, plus an additional 1 year top-up course
COURSE OVERVIEW
The full course for comprehensive industry-level Dance and Musical Theatre training. Our dynamic and diverse curriculum prepares you to become an outstanding performer ready to face the challenges of today’s competitive industry.
Official Education Provider for the BTEC – SCL Creative.
DURATION
3 years (Full-time)
Academic Year:
September – June
Course Structure
Duration
3 Academic Years (5 days a week)
HOURS
Minimum hours: 25-30+ hours per week
Awarding Body
Pearson, ISTD
Award
BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Dance)
or
BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Musical Theatre)
*BTEC offered in partnership with LEAD Performing Arts and funded by SCL
ISTD Level 4 Diploma in Dance Education
FEES
Year One: BTEC fully-funded, £2500 top-up fees*:
Year Two: BTEC fully-funded, £2500 top-up fees*
Year Three: £3000 top-up fees**
*Top-up fees include intensive professional training and things like tuition for ISTD and RAD Level 3 Intermediate and ISTD and RAD Level 4 Advanced 1 and Advanced 2 Vocational dance qualifications in Imperial Classical Ballet, Modern Theatre and Tap, tuition for all units of the DDE qualification (additional fees may apply for unit 2), SLQ Level 2 Dance Leadership, plus extras such as access to evening and weekend classes, workshops, show, competition and convention rehearsals for events such as Dance World Cup, CYD? and Move It!
Not included: ISTD and RAD exam entry fees, competition entry fees
**Additional fees may apply for DDE units not already gained in Yr 1 and Yr 2 in accordance with our per unit pricing structure.
All course fees are subject to adjustment and will rise annually in line with inflation.
All learners will be entitled to the same privileges as any Further Education learner; for example, student bursaries (if eligible), UCAS guidance, pastoral care, education support, FE enrichment programmes and GCSE re-sit opportunities (if required).
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Successful audition and qualifications at or equivalent to Level 2. GCSE Maths and English grade 4 or above is preferred however there is opportunity for these two subjects to be re-studied at the college if not achieved.
SUMMARY
Core Subject Summary
Dance Course
Classical Ballet
Jazz Techniques
Lyrical Contemporary
Musical Theatre
Commercial
Tap
Singing
Acting
Body-conditioning
Choreography
Safe Dance Practise
Teaching Skills
ISTD Tap, Modern, Ballet
RAD Ballet
Dance Teaching Practice
Social, Emotional, Cognitive Development
Audition Prep & Portfolio for Dance
Heels
Work Placement
Advanced Performance Skills
Musical Theatre Course
Singing (solo and ensemble)
Acting Skills
Acting Through Song
Classical Ballet
Jazz Techniques
Lyrical Contemporary
Commercial
Tap
Body-conditioning
Choroegraphy
Safe Dance Practise
Teaching Skills
ISTD Tap, Modern, Ballet
RAD Ballet
Dance Teaching Practice
Social, Emotional, Cognitive Development
Audition Prep & Portfolio for Dance
Heels
Work Placement
Advanced Performance Skills
Further Information
Learners will also take part in an enhanced industry specific enrichment programme running parallel within their BTEC programme and beyond. Features include regular live performances as well as the opportunity to take part in national and international events such as Dance World Cup, Can You Dance? and Move it! Additional opportunities include access to professional castings, increased access to workshops with industry pro’s, high-level work experience placements, networking, professional corporate performances and gigs.
BTEC Assessment is through practical performances, rehearsals, training sessions, controlled assessments and assignments.
DDE Assessment is through completion of on-line modules and their assessment and practical examination.
This Access to Professional Employment Course in Dance or Musical Theatre will push each learner to develop technical skills and excel via a thorough programme of practical classes, 1 to 1 tuition and a series of performance opportunities and qualifications to progress directly into the industry or onto further training if desired.
How to apply for this course
To apply for our 3 Year Access to Professional Employment Course, please complete the online application form.