BTEC Foundation Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)

The BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance) readies students for the Dance and Theatre industry, fostering resilience and a mix of academic and vocational skills to prepare them for higher education or professional training. Led by a leading UK PA and Dance faculty, this course empowers aspiring performers to enhance their skills with diverse enrichment options.

Topics covered include Jazz Dance, Contemporary Dance, Dance appreciation, Choreography and Community Dance practice.

On this course, there are two externally assessed units. The first is an unseen written essay style which has 4 weeks preparation and 3 hours to complete. The second is a practical performance that has a guided learning hour of 60. Both assessments are sent to the exam board for marking.

The other units are completed in-house. They are marked by the department and sent off to the examination board for standards verification.

All units are supported by a research task, in the form of an essay, as well as a comprehensive reflective journal.

A solid foundation in Dance - either a Level 2 qualification or graded Dance syllabus examinations - is recommended for this course. If not, consider evening classes in Hull.

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Students are expected to attain 5 GCSE passes including English.

SM6 Performing Arts students have excelled, gaining admission to prestigious training institutions worldwide, such as Shock Out Arts, Creative Academy, and The Brighton Academy