Vocational & T Level

Performing & Production Arts (Acting) Extended Diploma Level 3

Subject Area

Performance & Production

Start Date

September 2024

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

2 Years

Level

Level 3

This course is suitable for students who love acting and may want to pursue a career on stage and screen.

The Extended Diploma is a very practical course. You will study a wide variety of acting styles, genres and practitioners such as Naturalism, Physical Theatre and Verbatim. You will be taught by industry professionals and experienced performing arts teachers who have extensive subject knowledge and experience. Students have the opportunity to take part in shows at The Alan Ayckbourn Theatre and attend workshops by visiting practitioners and trips including our annual London residential.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 subjects at grade 4 or above including English and/or Maths. Please note a relevant Level 2 Diploma will also be considered as part of the entry requirement.

As well as the general entry requirements for Vocational Level 3 courses, you will be required to attend an audition to demonstrate your performing arts skills and discuss your interest in the subject.

What will I study?

During the course you will study three projects per year which cover areas such as:

Principals of Performance
Engaging with an Audience
Introduction to Professional Practice
Production Skills and Context
Performance Skills and Context
Preparation for Specialist Study
Collaborative Performance Project
Developing Performance and Production Skills
Exploration of Specialist Study and Context

Method of delivery

You will typically be in College three days per week. All units will be taught in a classroom/workshop environment.

How will I be assessed?

Over the two years of the course you will be assessed on a wide range of projects. The course is split 70% practical work and 30% written work. The course assessments are practical and performance related with an emphasis on personal reflection, analysis and research.

Good course combinations

This is a full-time course. It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, Apprenticeship or A Level programmes.

Your next steps

An Extended Diploma in Acting, equivalent to three A Levels, can lead to further study in acting, theatre, drama, performing arts, and production arts, either at university or at a specialist college or conservatoire. This qualification is designed to lead to a career within the performing arts industry, be that in the field of practical performance, directing, writing, education or backstage.

Previous students have secured places at:

Arden School of Theatre
Birmingham School of Theatre
Central School of Speech and Drama
East 15
Guildhall School of Music and Drama
Manchester School of Theatre
Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts
Rose Bruford
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Bristol Old Vic
LIPA

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