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Where will this course lead?

The Level 2 Diploma programme is a vocational course covering all aspects of performance including devising, performing and professional practice. Delivered by experienced and specialised performing arts professionals you will be able to build upon your previous performance experience supporting your progression onto a Level 3 course or employment.

What will I study?

The course is made up of nine units. You will have weekly classes in acting, dance and singing, which will develop your technique as well as rehearsal and portfolio workshops for the completion of your units through performance projects. Previous performance projects include showcase performances, theatre in education and contemporary performances.

How will this course be delivered?

The majority of the programme is delivered through practical sessions, tutorials, rehearsal and performances. You are also required to complete written work for these projects, which includes research, presentations, reflections and evaluations on your process which demonstrates your understanding of the context, processes and subject matters being studied.

What qualifications will I get?

UAL Level 2 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts 

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is continuous and is linked to your rehearsing and production work as well as your portfolio. There are no exams on the course as you are continuously being assessed on both the practical and portfolio work.  Attendance and application in all areas is essential for successful completion.

How do I get a place on the course?

You will need to apply for the course either in College or on the College website. You will also need to attend a workshop day at the College where you will be required to participate in a workshop and present two previously prepared monologues.

What are the entry requirements?

You will need to have a least one of the following:
• 2 GCSEs at grade D / grade 3 or above, including English Language.  
• Level 1 qualification in a relevant vocational subject area and GCSE English Language at grade D / grade 3 or above or Level 1 Functional Skills in English.

You are also required to attend an interview and audition.  
 

What else do I need to know?

The course is hard work, but fun, enjoyable and highly rewarding. All sessions are held within professional performing arts studios with access to the campus theatres for performances.

What can I do after this course?

The course will enable you to progress on to a Level 3 course in Performing Arts at Stratford-upon-Avon College or into employment. One-to-one support is given to each student regarding their progression through the tutorial system.

Location

Stratford-upon-Avon College

Start Date

Sept-2025

Day

TBC

Time

TBC

Course Fee

N/A For 16 to 18 Year Olds

Course Code

PASAG091SCF0

Study Mode

Full Time

Secondary School Drama Teacher

Secondary (and middle school deemed secondary) education teaching professionals plan, organise and provide instruction in one or more subjects, including physical education and diversionary activities, within a prescribed curriculum in a secondary or secondary/ middle school.

What’s Involved?

A Secondary School Teacher prepares and delivers courses and lessons in accordance with curriculum requirements and teaches one or more subjects. They prepare, assign and correct exercises and examinations to record and evaluate students' progress. They prepare students for external examinations and administer and invigilate these examinations. They also maintain records of students' progress and development. They supervise any practical work and maintain classroom discipline; They also undertake pastoral duties. They supervise teaching assistants and trainees. They also discuss progress with students, parents and/or other education professionals. They assist with or plan and develop curriculum and rota of teaching duties.

Actor

Actors, entertainers and presenters sing, portray roles in dramatic productions, perform comedy routines, gymnastic feats and tricks of illusion, train animals to perform and perform with them, and introduce and present radio and television programmes.

What’s Involved?

Actors, entertainers and presenters study scripts, plays or books and prepare and rehearse interpretation. They assume characters created by a playwright or author and communicate this to an audience. They perform singing, comedy, acrobatic, illusion and conjuring routines. They train animals to perform entertaining routines and may perform with them.

Dancer

Dancers and choreographers devise, direct, rehearse and perform classical and contemporary dance routines.

What’s Involved?

Dancers build and maintain stamina, physical strength, agility and general health through fitness exercises and healthy eating. They attend rehearsals to develop and practice dance routines for performance. They participate in dance performances. They also demonstrate and direct dance moves, monitor and analyse technique and performance, and determine how improvements can be made.

Script Writer

Job holders in this unit group write, edit and evaluate literary material for publication including scripts and narrative for film, TV, radio and computer games and animations.

What’s Involved?

A Script Writer determines subject matter and researches as necessary by interviewing, attending public events, seeking out records, observing etc. They generate and develop creative ideas for literary material. They also select material for publication, check style, grammar and accuracy of content, arrange for any necessary revisions and check proof copies before printing.

TV or Film Camera Operator

Workers in this unit group operate and assist with still, cine and television cameras and operate other equipment to record, manipulate and project sound and vision for entertainment, cultural, commercial and industrial purposes.

What’s Involved?

A TV or Film Camera Operator selects subject and conceives composition of picture or discusses composition with colleagues; arranges subject, lighting, camera equipment and any microphones; inserts lenses and adjusts aperture and speed settings as necessary; operates scanning equipment to transfer image to computer and manipulates image to achieve the desired effect; photographs subject or follows action by moving camera; takes, records and manipulates digital images and digital video footage; controls transmission, broadcasting and satellite systems for television and radio programmes, identifies and solves related technical problems; checks operation and positioning of projectors, vision and sound recording equipment, and mixing and dubbing equipment; operates equipment to record, edit and play back films and television programmes; manages health and safety issues; operates sound mixing and dubbing equipment to obtain desired mix, level and balance of sound.

Director

Arts officers, producers and directors assume creative, financial and organisational responsibilities in the production and direction of television and radio programmes, films, stage presentations, content for other media, and the promotion and exhibition of other creative activities.

What’s Involved?

A Director chooses writers, scripts, technical staff and performers, and assumes overall responsibility for completion of project on time and within budget. They direct actors, designers, camera team, sound crew and other production and technical staff to achieve desired effects. They break script into scenes and formulate a shooting schedule that will be most economical in terms of time, location and sets. They also prepare rehearsals and production schedules for main events, design of sets and costumes, technical rehearsals and dress rehearsals. They ensure necessary equipment, props, performers and technical staff are on set when required. They also manage health and safety issues. They select, contract, market and arrange for the presentation and/or distribution of performance, visual and heritage arts.

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

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