COURSE CODE: Cambridge Technicals Level 3 in Performing Arts Extended Certificate - 05851
TYPICAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Grade 4 in GCSE English Language
CAREER POSSIBILITIES
This vocational course equips students with the skills to progress to university or drama school, pursue an apprenticeship, or enter the world of work. While it naturally leads to careers in performing arts, it also opens up opportunities in roles that involve working with people and is a popular choice for students interested in studying law, English, and other arts-related subjects.
THE PROGRAMME
Equivalent in size to 1 A Level, this is a well-balanced mix of practical and portfolio elements, centred around the vocational aspects of the performing arts industry suitable for students with a range of previous experience, including those who have not been able to study Performing Arts at school. The course consists of five units of study spread across the two years, developing your practical and written skills to a high standard. Lessons focus primarily on musical theatre skills and many students complete all assessments as an actor, singer and dancer.
You can also choose to be assessed on technical, backstage or design skills in some units. The Performing Arts qualification includes specific pathways for all performing arts specialisms: acting, dance, musical theatre, and theatre production. Each of these pathways has units specifically designed for the specialism and optional units that allow you to specialise even further.
An extensive range of units are available to study, with practical and wider project-based assessments, as well as examined units on:
• Prepare to Work in the Performing Arts Sector
• Influential Performance Practice
• Arts administration • Original performance
WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT?
Performing arts offers the opportunity to express your talent and determination as part of a varied, skilled and passionate group of performers. Whether you choose to sing, dance, act or to be part of technical team, the confidence and skills gained through completion of this course are invaluable to any given career path. When comparing surveys of the skills employers want with the subjects offered to sixth form students, the course that best meets the needs of employers is Performing Arts. You will develop confidence, become articulate in front of others and learn how to organise and develop complex projects as part of a team, as well as gaining the high standard of skills required if you wish to pursue a career in a Performing Arts-related field.
Please note: This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers. Final decisions on course availability will be made based on demand and timetabling feasibility
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