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COURSE OVERVIEW
This course covers a range of theatre arts disciplines, both performance-based and behind-the-scenes in production.
You can opt to focus on either performance subjects (acting, dance, singing)or production subjects (lighting, sound, set design).
If you are still deciding whether you prefer performance or production, you can opt to mix and match the course units and gain a general qualification.This will allow you to specialise further down the line in your studies.
The College offers facilities unrivalled in the region, including a 160-seat professional theatre, high specification rehearsal and dance studios, and extensive production workshops.
- Very inclusive and flexible course
- Explore both performance and production arts
- Professional rehearsal and theatre facilities on campus with industry standard technology
- Expert tutors with professional experience
- Learn in a creative environment at a dedicated arts campus
FURTHER INFORMATION
This Level 2 course is for students who at least 3 GCSEs at grade 3 (D/E) orabove, preferably including English or maths.If you do not have these grades start on the Level 1 course.
Further study
After Level 2, you can progress to a Level 3 Diploma in Theatre Technology, Dance, Acting or Design for Theatre.
If you have been exploring both performance and production elements of this exciting industry, you may want to specialise in a particular area. This could affect your choices in terms of which Level 3 course you want to progress to or what jobs are available to you if you wish to go straight into employment.
Our department staff and careers advisers are always on hand to offer expert advice and make sure you make the right choice for you as you pursue your dream job.
Future careers
Performance
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Actor
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Voice over
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Director
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TV presenter
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Event manager
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Drama teacher
Production Arts
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Theatre technician
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Lighting designer/operator
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Sound engineer/operator
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Set designer
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Practitioner of hair/make-up/wigs
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Marketing/events
You will be assessed throughout your course via practical activity observations, academic coursework and industry placements. Assessments are based around ‘real-life’ projects and industry or workplace scenarios including work experience. Your final grade will be awarded as pass, merit or distinction.