Performing Arts Level 2
BTEC Diploma
All great performers have to take a first step towards greatness and this could be yours!
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Level 2
Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 1 year
Start date - September-June
Where - Huddersfield Centre
Course Overview
This is a practical course that will offer you many opportunities to present your work in shows over the year and allow you to rehearse and perform as an actor, singer or dancer. You will also be able to take full advantage of our drama studios and rehearsal spaces.
Students will explore the process of responding to a given brief by preparing and presenting a performance whilst working as a company.
Whether you want to be an actor, musical theatre performer or stage manager, you will need to know how the business works and operates. This course will help you gain the knowledge and understanding of the performing arts industry and how it functions.
There will be lots of opportunities to work with professional artists in dance, drama and music.
This is a practical course that will offer you many opportunities to present your work in shows over the year and allow you to rehearse and perform as an actor, singer or dancer. You will also be able to take full advantage of our drama studios and rehearsal spaces.
Whether you want to be an actor, musical theatre performer or stage manager, you will need to know how the business works and operates. This course will help you gain the knowledge and understanding of the performing arts industry and how it functions.
Students will explore the process of responding to a given brief by preparing and presenting a performance whilst working as a company.
There will be lots of opportunities to work with professional artists in dance, drama and music.
Core Skills Gained:
A minimum of 4 GCSEs with the following grades: English at 3 or above and maths at 2 or above and 2 other GCSEs at 3 or above.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
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You could apply for jobs in theatre, TV or film.
You will be assessed through group performance, solo performance, log writing, video diary, discussions, research and portfolio work.
Why work in the Art, Performance & Design Industry?
Employment in Art, Performance and Design roles are down NAN% since 2021
Wide range of jobs in the Art, Performance & Design Industry
Excellent choice of employers in the Art, Performance & Design Industry
Considered a career in the Art, Performance & Design?
If you’re not sure what to study, why not find out more information about different types of possible careers? Or if you know what you career you want to do but not sure what you need to study, we can help you get one step closer to that dream job.
Qualifications & levels explained
There is a wide range of qualifications and levels available, but not all of them may be right for you. If you’re not sure what qualification type or level you should be searching for, take a look at our qualifications explained.
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We can help you find that perfect career even if you’re not sure what it is yet! At Kirklees College, our mission is to make you as successful as you can be, from finding the right career to gaining the right skills.
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