WHY SHOULD I STUDY PERFORMING ARTS? This is a two-year, modular, A Level equivalent course. It is an exciting and versatile course that combines the three art forms of music, dance and drama. We explore and promote performance in a range of disciplines, genres and styles, with significant emphasis on musical theatre. A diverse range of works and approaches are studied from a variety of periods and cultures. Performing Arts is a subject that can help progress to either Performing Arts colleges or universities and can be combined with A Levels or other BTEC courses, including other performing arts courses. The skills learnt and developed on this course include transferable employment skills that can be utilized in any industry, including communicating and negotiating in pressured situations, practical problem solving, delivering presentations to peers and performing to the public. All staff in the Performing Arts Department work co-operatively to produce joint and individual subject performances. Practical group work and presentations are all essential components of any Performing Arts student’s experience. We have very good links with former students and a variety of professionals working in the field. The Performing Arts Department runs a range of extracurricular performance activities, including visiting workshops led by professional artists and top conservatoire and university providers, to prepare students for their future training in the industry. We offer a range of opportunities throughout the year to see and experience professional work, in college, locally, and in London. PROGRESSION ONTO THE EXTENDED CERTIFICATE The Extended Certificate in Year 2 comprises the Certificate units taken in the first year, plus the following two units: Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop - Assessment will include a group devised Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop - Assessment will include a group performance, encompassing the three art forms of musical theatre, dance, and acting, and a digital process log, which is completed as a controlled assessment over four hours. An optional unit - with options to specialize in either dance, musical theatre or acting. The assessment will include a presentation, a log book, and a final practical exam performance.
At least 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 - 9. Grade 4 In both GCSE English Language and English Literature. If only one is taken then Grade 5 is required. Essential Skills/ Experience Performance skills/ experience in at least two performing arts subjects, such as Dance, Drama or Music and successful participation in a supportive audition workshop prior to the start of the course.
Following your success in the exam and assessments for the Certificate in Performing Arts, you will have the opportunity to take the Extended Certificate in Year 2 (equivalent to one A Level). You will need to achieve at least a Pass in the Certificate qualification to do this. Unit 1: a written exam, comprising three questions, for which you have 4 weeks’ preparation time. Unit 2: a practical performance, a presentation, and a log book.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | North Hill, Colchester, CO1 1SN |
WHY SHOULD I STUDY PERFORMING ARTS? This is a two-year, modular, A Level equivalent course. It is an exciting and versatile course that combines the three art forms of music, dance and drama. We explore and promote performance in a range of disciplines, genres and styles, with significant emphasis on musical theatre. A diverse range of works and approaches are studied from a variety of periods and cultures. Performing Arts is a subject that can help progress to either Performing Arts colleges or universities and can be combined with A Levels or other BTEC courses, including other performing arts courses. The skills learnt and developed on this course include transferable employment skills that can be utilized in any industry, including communicating and negotiating in pressured situations, practical problem solving, delivering presentations to peers and performing to the public. All staff in the Performing Arts Department work co-operatively to produce joint and individual subject performances. Practical group work and presentations are all essential components of any Performing Arts student’s experience. We have very good links with former students and a variety of professionals working in the field. The Performing Arts Department runs a range of extracurricular performance activities, including visiting workshops led by professional artists and top conservatoire and university providers, to prepare students for their future training in the industry. We offer a range of opportunities throughout the year to see and experience professional work, in college, locally, and in London. PROGRESSION ONTO THE EXTENDED CERTIFICATE The Extended Certificate in Year 2 comprises the Certificate units taken in the first year, plus the following two units: Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop - Assessment will include a group devised Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop - Assessment will include a group performance, encompassing the three art forms of musical theatre, dance, and acting, and a digital process log, which is completed as a controlled assessment over four hours. An optional unit - with options to specialize in either dance, musical theatre or acting. The assessment will include a presentation, a log book, and a final practical exam performance.
At least 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 - 9. Grade 4 In both GCSE English Language and English Literature. If only one is taken then Grade 5 is required. Essential Skills/ Experience Performance skills/ experience in at least two performing arts subjects, such as Dance, Drama or Music and successful participation in a supportive audition workshop prior to the start of the course.
Following your success in the exam and assessments for the Certificate in Performing Arts, you will have the opportunity to take the Extended Certificate in Year 2 (equivalent to one A Level). You will need to achieve at least a Pass in the Certificate qualification to do this. Unit 1: a written exam, comprising three questions, for which you have 4 weeks’ preparation time. Unit 2: a practical performance, a presentation, and a log book.