This BTEC Level 3 is an Applied General qualification equivalent to an A level. It gives a broad introduction to the Performing Arts sector at post 16. The qualification is studied over two years and comprises 4 units: Unit 1: Investigating Practitioners Work. You will investigate the work of at least 2 performing arts practitioners and explore how practitioners communicate themes in their work. Unit 2: Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance. You will explore technical performance skills with a focus on developing skills and techniques in at least 2 performance styles. Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop. You will work collaboratively to create a performance in response to a given stimulus. You will reflect on the process in a learning log. Optional Unit: Currently Acting Styles. You will research 3 contrasting acting styles and perform a text in one chosen style.
- Grade 4 minimum in GCSE Drama or equivalent at Level 2 BTEC in Performing Arts in addition to the entry requirements for St Peter’s Sixth Form. - To qualify for the Sixth Form we require all students to have at least 5 grades 4 or equivalent in a range of subjects.
Students are assessed by external examination in Units 1 and 3. Students’ work is assessed internally and externally verified for Units 2 and 4. This work can include performances, rehearsals, presentations, interviews and evaluations, often in the form of a Performer’s Diary. Each student will be set an Assignment Brief which breaks down the tasks and criteria for each unit. Students will receive feedback to help them make progress. At the end of each unit, students will receive a Pass, Merit or Distinction grade which reflects their attainment.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | St Peter's Road, Huntingdon, PE29 7DD |
This BTEC Level 3 is an Applied General qualification equivalent to an A level. It gives a broad introduction to the Performing Arts sector at post 16. The qualification is studied over two years and comprises 4 units: Unit 1: Investigating Practitioners Work. You will investigate the work of at least 2 performing arts practitioners and explore how practitioners communicate themes in their work. Unit 2: Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance. You will explore technical performance skills with a focus on developing skills and techniques in at least 2 performance styles. Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop. You will work collaboratively to create a performance in response to a given stimulus. You will reflect on the process in a learning log. Optional Unit: Currently Acting Styles. You will research 3 contrasting acting styles and perform a text in one chosen style.
- Grade 4 minimum in GCSE Drama or equivalent at Level 2 BTEC in Performing Arts in addition to the entry requirements for St Peter’s Sixth Form. - To qualify for the Sixth Form we require all students to have at least 5 grades 4 or equivalent in a range of subjects.
Students are assessed by external examination in Units 1 and 3. Students’ work is assessed internally and externally verified for Units 2 and 4. This work can include performances, rehearsals, presentations, interviews and evaluations, often in the form of a Performer’s Diary. Each student will be set an Assignment Brief which breaks down the tasks and criteria for each unit. Students will receive feedback to help them make progress. At the end of each unit, students will receive a Pass, Merit or Distinction grade which reflects their attainment.