UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts
The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to access and progress to degree level study or employment in the performing arts.
Key information
Drama & Performing Arts / Full Time / Level 3 Extended Diploma
Why choose this course?
This course gives students the opportunity to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating, demanding and provides a supportive transition from general to more specialised study.
The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to access and progress to degree level study or employment in the performing arts. It provides an opportunity for those who have an interest in the performing arts to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating, demanding and provides a supportive transition from general to more specialised study.
What will I learn?
The course is designed to give you a clear understanding of all aspects of the performing arts industry with a strong focus on developing a comprehensive understanding of the art of acting and honing their skills in various techniques, styles, and genres. You will learn the fundamentals of character development, script analysis, and the intricacies of embodying diverse roles. Our experienced teachers will guide you through rigorous training, helping you refine your vocal, physical, and emotional expressiveness to create compelling and authentic performances. In addition to stage acting, you will gain invaluable insights into the unique demands of acting for the screen. Learner progression is at the heart of the course where you will learn about the Performing Arts Business, how to make a professional CV, receive audition tips and techniques and meet professional performers, directors and technicians.
Assessment Arrangements
Assignments will provide the learning necessary to enable the student to achieve the assessment criteria.
This course will be delivered via twelve units over a two-year period. These units will be assessed through a combination of portfolios of evidence, assignments, and a final project.
Where will it take me?
An Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts can equip you for progression onto a university or drama/stage school degree or diploma course in subjects such as Drama, Acting, Musical Theatre, Dance, or Performing Arts. Other areas at university might be Media, Journalism, Events Management, Technical Theatre or Education (Teaching). If you do not wish to go into Higher Education you may find yourself able to go into employment an area of the performing arts, whether it be as a trainee or apprenticeship in backstage operations with a theatre company, front of house or teaching assistant.
What will I need?
You will need four GCSEs at grade 4 including a 4 in English (Lang or Lit.) and / or Maths.
Whilst it is possible to re-take GCSE English and Maths at Callywith College, students can only study one of these subjects alongside our Level 3 courses and therefore all students must have at least one grade 4 in English or Maths at the point of enrolment (other course specific entry requirements apply).
Additional Information
All new applicants will be required to share a 1-minute audition video via email to admissions@callywith.ac.uk prior to your interview.
Awarding Body
UAL
To obtain more information about this course, please call: 01208 224000 or email enquiry@callywith.ac.uk
