You will be assessed through coursework and practical demonstrations such as performances in several public shows, as well as private class assessments throughout the year. Public performances will take place in the evenings.
This course starts in September and will take two years to complete.
UAL Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts
FPFA
This course is highly practical and allows you to develop skills in musical theatre and acting. This will give you the best chance of progressing to Higher Education, professional training or a career in the performing arts.
You will develop your communication skills and self-confidence and understand different types of theatre and performance as well as studying a variety of acting, singing or dance, whilst working as part of a committed and creative team.
The course provides the opportunity to develop develop skills in all areas of performance eg: musical theatre, acting and movement.
You will get the chance to perform at Barnsley Civic Theatre and other external venues including the prestigious annual College Excellence Awards.
You will be assessed through coursework and practical demonstrations such as performances in several public shows, as well as private class assessments throughout the year. Public performances will take place in the evenings.
Performers will need three sets of loose, plain black rehearsal clothes and soft indoor black shoes, such as jazz shoes or canvas pumps for practical work, performing arts branded t-shirts/hoodies. You will also need the following stationery: A4 lever arch file, dividers, plastic wallets, A4 notepad, pens and a USB stick. You will be expected to attend at least one theatre visit per term.
On completion of the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts, you will gain the knowledge, skills and understanding to progress to degree level study or employment in the performing arts industry. The qualification attracts 72, 120 and 168 UCAS tariff points for Pass, Merit and Distinction grades respectively, which is equivalent to three A Levels.
Previous students have progressed to some of the most prestigious specialist training in the country at centres such as Italia Conti, Guildhall, Arden, East 15, as well as to universities such as Manchester Metropolitan, Central Lancashire, Cumbria, Lincoln, Salford, Edge Hill, Sheffield Hallam.
You may want to progress to Higher Education courses with postgraduate study in a range of specialist areas such as teaching, directing, events management and drama therapy.
This course could form the successful foundations of a career in acting. You could work as:
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Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
This course may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.
For eligibility information and details about how to apply, visit the Advanced Learner Loan page. Or contact our Information Team by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
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