Overview
The qualification will provide a broad base of skills and knowledge within performing and production arts and/or music, will enhance self-confidence, and impart an understanding of the career demands and opportunities within music, performing and production arts.
Entry Requirements
2 GCSEs at grades 1-3 or equivalent, and English and maths grades 1-3.
On receipt of your application to study this course you will be invited to attend an admissions interview with a member of the teaching team to discuss the course and its requirements further.
Content
Unit 1: Introduction to music, performing and production Arts
Unit 2: Introduction to research for music, performing and production arts
Unit 3: Communicating with an audience for music and performing Arts
Unit 4: Production development for music and performing arts
Unit 5: Performance development for music and performing arts
Unit 6: Music, performing and production arts project
Unit 6 will be externally assessed and graded pass, merit or distinction.
Alongside your main programme of study you will also study either GCSE or Functional Skill in English and Maths.
Assessment
You will be assessed by a range of methods including practical observation and written assignments.
GCSE and Functional Skills qualifications are assessed through external examination and portfolio work.
Awarding body
Progression
Learners who successfully complete the qualification with a Merit grade or above can progress onto the Level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts or the Level 2 Diploma in Music Performance and Production or a Level 2 course in a different curriculum area.
Additional information
Additional help and support is available to you should you require it and you can discuss this further at your admissions interview.
Further Information
For further information, advice and guidance call The Learner Experience Team on 01625 410062.
Duration and Times
Start date: 01/09/2021
End date: 24/06/2022
Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm
Days of week: M Tu W F
Number of Weeks: 35
Weekly hours: 11.00