Level 2 Diploma in Performing Arts

Some example units include: Acting and devising skills; Voice: acting and singing; Performing scripted plays; Musical theatre performance; Dance/movement; Physical theatre; Site-specific performance.

1 Year (level 3 study route)
2 Years (employment or apprenticeship route)

You will learn through a combination of workshops, theory sessions, practical assignment work, rehearsals and regular reflective practice. To compliment your learning we organise a range of theatre trips.

Coursework is internally assessed. We assess in a variety of ways including written work, portfolio building, Q&A’s, presentations and rehearsal and live productions.

Level 2 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts

Our Level 2 students undertake 2 weeks industry placement. You will be well-prepared to go out into the world of work and to a destination suited to your individual progression.

You will also get to work on live projects with cross-college departments and external community groups across the year as part of our professional development sessions.

Progression onto the Level 3 Performing Arts qualification (depending upon overall grade, attendance, skill and English and maths results) or an apprenticeship or entry-level job in the creative industries.

What careers can this course lead onto?

Actor, Dancer, Musician; Broadcasting, Arts Journalism and Media; Director, Composer, Choreographer; Props Maker, Costume & Wardrobe; Stage Management; Teaching, Education Support.

Level 2

You will take part in live productions and this may involve evening and weekend rehearsal and performance time.

There is a trips and visits fee payable at enrolment, this covers the initial cost of three trips (theatre ticket and travel) to see a range of work suited to your studies.

Stationery:
You will need to supply your own personal stationery that includes: notebooks/journals, pens, pencils etc.

Uniform:
You will need comfortable, loose rehearsal wear and trainers for workshop and rehearsal days. This should include a collection of black only clothing (no brands or logos please) plus jazz shoes and character shoes.