BTEC Performing Arts
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COURSE OVERVIEW
Pearson BTEC Level 3 | National Extended | Certificate in Performing Arts
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts is equivalent to one A-Level.
This qualification is designed to follow on from the BTEC Level 2 Tech Award: Performing Arts but is also fully compatible with GCSE Drama.
Assessment structure
Option 1: Pearson BTEC Level 3 | National Extended.
Certificate in Performing Arts 360 GLH (470 TQT) (Acting)
Equivalent in size to one A-Level. Five units, of which two are mandatory and one is external; mandatory content (50%), external assessment (33%).
Option 2: Pearson BTEC Level 3 | National Extended.
Certificate in Performing Arts 360 GLH (470 TQT) (Dance)
Equivalent in size to one A-Level. Five units, of which two are mandatory and one is external; mandatory content (50%), external assessment (33%).
Option 3: Pearson BTEC Level 3 | National Extended.
Certificate in Performing Arts 360 GLH (470 TQT) (Musical Theatre)
Equivalent in size to one A-Level. Five units, of which three are mandatory and one is external; mandatory content (66%), external assessment (33%).
What can pupils’ study next?
This qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers.
Students can progress to higher education on a full degree, single or combined courses, for example:
Performing Arts BA (Hons), Acting and Performance BA (Hons), Contemporary Performance Practice BA (Hons), Creative Industries (Media Production) BA (Hons), Culture, Media & Creative Industries BA (Hons), Dance BA (Hons), Dance Performance and Teaching BA (Hons), Dance & Choreography BA (Hons), Dance Science BSc (Hons), Drama and Creative Writing BA (Hons), Drama, Theatre & Performance Studies BA (Hons), Musical Theatre and Arts Development BA (Hons), Theatre, Television and Performance BA (Hons).
Who can I contact for further information?
Rhiannon Lawton – Director of Performance: rhiannon.lawton@bcschool.co.uk
