Study Type
Full Time
Study Level
Level 2
Start Date:
09/09/2024
Duration
36 weeks

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Entry requirements

View The Isle of Wight College's standard entry requirements for full-time college courses (depending on the level of the course to be studied).

Standard college entry requirements for Level 2 and a successful audition.
Who the course is for
Our Level 2 diploma is an excellent course for those with aspirations in the performance industry who wish to build their performance technique and contextual knowledge before pursuing further study or employment. You will also gain research skills that will be applied to practical elements of your work and develop a range of transferable skills such as communication, problem solving and teamwork by working to performance briefs and building your understanding of industry demands.
What the interview will involve

There will be a practical audition process where you will take part in a group activity (this could be dance or acting based.) You will have the opportunity to showcase a monologue, solo song or dance lasting approx. 1 min. This may be in front of other candidates. Following this you will have a 1:1 interview with a subject tutor.  

What you will learn
  • The Performing Arts Industry   
  • Performance Project   
  • Developing Dance Skills and Techniques  
  • Drama Historical Context 
  • Devising Drama  
  • Performing Scripted Plays  
  • Musical Theatre Performance 

(Units may be subject to change)  

How you will learn
You will learn through a mixture of practical skill building and creative workshops; lectures; rehearsal and performance opportunities. You will also have academic tutorials with a subject tutor throughout the course where your progress will be reflected on and targets set.
Work placement
N/A
Progression

Ideas of academic or workplace progression

The Level 2 Diploma supports progression to our BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice, alongside the achievement of GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4 or equivalent. The course explores various performance styles and techniques alongside a range of career pathways in the Performing Arts.  After completing the Diploma, learners may wish to pursue a level 3 qualification, apprenticeship or junior role in the industry.


Further study and employment areas include:

  • Performance
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Acting
Fees
There are no further course fees for performing arts courses however if there are opportunities for trips there may be costs as required.
Qualifications you will get
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts Industry Skills
Additional information
As a performing arts student you will also have access to Digital Theatre Plus where you can watch recordings of professional works and access resources that may support you with your studies and wider performing arts appreciation.

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