BTEC level 3 Performing Arts (Acting) is a suitable course for anyone who has a passion or interest within the performing arts field. The BTEC Performing Arts course gives students a good foundation through learning about different theatrical practitioners with a ‘hands-on’ direction in a variety of performances. This gives the students confidence in performance and ensures they become familiar with different theatrical genres and their associated demands. BTEC is a vocational course where students will study 4 units: • Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance and Acting Styles are both internally assessed • Investigating Practitioners work and Group Performance Workshop are both externally assessed The course strives to give students a taste of what a career in the world of performing might entail and the various demands of such a career. Exploring drama techniques and performers discipline are two of the main factors studied during the course. There are also opportunities to develop skills in the technical side of theatre performance; students will gain knowledge in controlling stage lighting and sound equipment.
Level 2 Merit in BTEC Drama and Grade 5 in English.
All assessment is unit-based and each unit is graded Pass, Merit or Distinction. To pass the course, students must successfully complete every unit. There is no final exam however, samples are moderated annually. As part of each assignment, evidence is produced to show the level the student is working at. Evidence can be presented in the form of an actor’s log, research, PowerPoint presentation or video of performances.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Worcestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Habberley Road, Kidderminster, DY11 5PQ |
BTEC level 3 Performing Arts (Acting) is a suitable course for anyone who has a passion or interest within the performing arts field. The BTEC Performing Arts course gives students a good foundation through learning about different theatrical practitioners with a ‘hands-on’ direction in a variety of performances. This gives the students confidence in performance and ensures they become familiar with different theatrical genres and their associated demands. BTEC is a vocational course where students will study 4 units: • Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance and Acting Styles are both internally assessed • Investigating Practitioners work and Group Performance Workshop are both externally assessed The course strives to give students a taste of what a career in the world of performing might entail and the various demands of such a career. Exploring drama techniques and performers discipline are two of the main factors studied during the course. There are also opportunities to develop skills in the technical side of theatre performance; students will gain knowledge in controlling stage lighting and sound equipment.
Level 2 Merit in BTEC Drama and Grade 5 in English.
All assessment is unit-based and each unit is graded Pass, Merit or Distinction. To pass the course, students must successfully complete every unit. There is no final exam however, samples are moderated annually. As part of each assignment, evidence is produced to show the level the student is working at. Evidence can be presented in the form of an actor’s log, research, PowerPoint presentation or video of performances.