Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. You will also be invited to an audition day with more details discussed in your interview.
Assessment Method
This course is 100% internally assessed and is very highly practical and progression focused.
About this course
Taught by industry professionals from Kimberley Performing Arts Centre (KPAC), this course is ideal for students who have a genuine love and appreciation for Dance across a range of styles and disciplines. The course is highly practical and is taught in a professional setting in a purpose-built and fully equipped dance studio. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their skill-set, progressing into industry based work in the future. As part of the course students will learn about opportunities in Performing Arts, choreography and performance skills. Students will have the opportunity to go on theatre visits to see live performances and participate in workshops delivered by professional companies. We offer different size qualifications so that students can build a programme to suit themselves and their next steps.
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is aimed at students who:
Would like to get into the performing arts industry
Would enjoy exploring technical skills in various genres of dance such as Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap and Musical Theatre.
What will you learn?
Foundation Diploma (equivalent to 1.5 A levels) Students choosing to study this size qualification will complete 2 modules, both internally assessed. - Module C: Dance skills development - Module F: The performing arts industry
Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 A Levels) In addition to the units above, students choosing this qualification will student two more additional modules - Module G: Personal performing arts profile - Module H: Collaborative performing arts project
What skills will you develop?
Recognising personal strengths and weaknesses
Performance Skills
Professional conduct
Persistence
Teamwork
Self-motivation
Critical Analysis
Understanding employment opportunities in the industry of Performing Arts
Make a personal Show Reel
Exhibit sophisticated application of stylistic conventions
Related Courses
Looking for something that works well with this course? Here are some related courses to consider.
Music
Drama
Sport & Physical Activity
Progression routes
Dance
Acting
Musical Theatre
Music
Scriptwriting
Directing
Theatre Design
Teaching
Composing
Choreographer
Performing Arts Therapy
Stage Management