- Hours: 15 hours per week, 36 weeks
- Next start date(s): September
- Course Location: Lewisham Way Campus
- Who's it for: School Leavers 16-18, Adult
Learners 19+
Is this course for me?
This course is suitable for those with little previous
experience but who have taken part in school plays, youth theatre
work, musical or dance shows. Areas of study include text in
performance, exploration of drama and theatre, contemporary
theatre, classical theatre, physical theatre, voice, movement and
acting.
What will I study?
This course covers theatre, musical theatre and dance,
administration and performance history. You will work in front of a
camera and take work out on tour. You will take part in a major
performance project and have the opportunity to tour a show to
local schools. Throughout the course you will develop a disciplined
approach to performance work and also study key skills in
communication and IT.
What can I do next?
This can lead to a course at university or drama school. Former
students are currently studying at the Central School of Speech and
Drama, ALRA, Goldsmiths College of London University and Rose
Bruford. This can also lead to employment in arts administration,
teaching in the post-16 sector, theatre making or TIE
(Theatre-In-Education) performance.
This can lead to employment in:
- Acting/performing
- Arts administration
- Teaching
What are the entry requirements?
You will need to have completed the Performing Arts BTEC First
Diploma or have equivalent experience or qualifications. You will
also be asked to take part in a workshop/audition process. A GCSE
in English (A-C) is an advantage, although there is some
flexibility over entrance requirements.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is includes assignments, class work, group work,
phase tests, oral presentations, projects and formal examinations.
Students also have regular meetings with a personal tutor to
discuss progress and to help plan studies. Additional support and
guidance is also available from the guidance team or our Study
Buddies.
What will it cost?
If you are under 19 and a home student, in most circumstances,
you don't pay any fees. However, you will need to find this out
when you apply.
Course fee: £1370 Exam fee:
£180 Registration fee: £30
Please note: For courses longer than one year, the
fees stated apply to the first year only. These costs are for the
academic year 2011-2012 only.