Further Education
SCL Performing Arts BTEC Course
Course Title: Performing Arts
Start Date: September 2023
Study: Full-time 18hrs week
Duration: 2 Years
Level: Level 3 BTEC Extended
Location: En Pointe Studios, York, YO26 6RU
Our BTEC Dance course here in York is tailored to help dedicated dancers develop the necessary skills, experience, and confidence to thrive in a fiercely competitive industry. We pay attention to all aspects of a dancer's growth, emphasising not only their practical abilities but also their personal well-being, creative choreography, and collaborative practices. Our dancers have successfully progressed to top dance schools and universities.
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SCL Education offers a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice with funding from SCL.
Dance Diploma, BTEC in York, Performing Arts at En Pointe
At En Pointe Studios, we offer a full-time, 2-year education program specialising in Ballet, Contemporary, Musical Theatre and more. This BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma is an equivalent to 3 A-levels and is worth up to 168 UCAS points.
To become a part of SCL Education Performing Arts, interested students should submit their interest to college@enpointeyork.co.uk and will be asked to send in a video audition as part of their application. After acceptance, they can enrol at En Pointe Studios, which is a specialised dance studio designed for dance and performing arts. The study program will be conducted by proficient artists and performing arts teachers via SCL Education Performing Arts.
The staff at SCL Education Performing Arts will oversee the quality assurance of the BTEC education program and work closely with performing arts specialists to help learners reach their full potential and attain top grades.
All students will receive equal privileges as any other Further Education learner. These privileges include student bursaries (if eligible), UCAS guidance, pastoral care, educational support, Further Education enrichment programs, and GCSE re-sit opportunities (if necessary).
Course content across the study programme can include:
Classical Ballet Technique
Contemporary Dance
Jazz technique
Commercial
Musical theatre
Vocal training
Drama
Tap
Stretch & Conditioning
Regular live performances
Professional casting opportunities
Workshop’s with industry pro’s
As part of their BTEC program, learners will participate in a comprehensive enrichment training program that is specific to the industry. This will enhance their learning experience by exposing them to a variety of disciplines in dance and musical theatre.
In order to enrol in this educational program, aspiring students must audition and meet the requirement of having achieved 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or higher, including math and English. Upon successfully passing the audition, students can proceed with their application to SCL Education Performing Arts and En Pointe studios.
In order to complete the BTEC level 3, students will undergo assessments that include practical performances, rehearsals, training sessions, controlled assessments, and assignments. The successful completion of the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dance will enable students to advance to university and/or apply to specialised performing arts schools.
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Looking to pursue a career in the performing arts industry? Look no further than LEAD Education Performing Arts! Our program offers a unique qualification that will help you develop and excel in this field. Located in our purpose-built studios, En Pointe Studios, our program will provide you with a true vocational and professional learning experience. By working, training, and performing alongside professional artists and teachers throughout the program, you'll be prepared to audition directly for advanced training in the performing arts industry or apply for performing arts degree programs. Our specialist BTEC level 3 qualification is the perfect way to kickstart your career in the performing arts.
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This course offers practical training in dance and musical theatre, delivered by experienced specialists and artists. It focuses on developing your technique, artistic understanding, and fitness to prepare you for a career in professional performance or teaching. You will gain experience in a range of specialisms, including Musical Theatre, Classical Ballet, Contemporary Dance, Choreography, Commercial, Street, Tap, and Jazz, making you a versatile artist. Additionally, you will study core units related to the professional practice of dance and musical theatre, such as performing arts business, group performance workshops, and community performances. Your assessment will come from various sources such as videos of your training and performances, witness testimonies from assessors, work diary and log books, and peer observation.
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Every learner will receive the same benefits as any other further education student, including eligibility for student bursaries, UCAS guidance, pastoral care, educational assistance, FE enrichment programs, and GCSE re-sit opportunities (if necessary).
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As a learner, you can expect to receive a lot of valuable benefits from our program, including a unique BTEC level 3 qualification that can earn you up to 168 UCAS points. You'll also receive top-notch training in a variety of dance styles and musical theatre from industry professionals, as well as the chance to participate in exciting performance opportunities. You will be able to meet specialists in performing arts schools, gain work experience, and earn specific dance teaching skills. Our program also offers further training and enrichment opportunities outside of college hours. We want all our learners to make the most of their time with us and achieve their full potential.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Performing Arts Practice, delivered by SCL Education Performing