UAL Level 2 Diploma in Performing & production Arts - Acting/Dance/Music Theatre

Want to develop your performing skills and learn more about the subject you are passionate about? Then this course is for you. During this one year course you will study a variety of skills and techniques. You will be able to choose from either Acting, Musical Theatre or Dance. You will be introduced to different aspects of the business and will work from both choreographed material and create your own pieces. You will discover what it takes to work as a theatre company and explore both on and off stage job roles.

Projects you will work on may include:
- Technique development and research
- Pantomime/variety Show
- Devising/choreography

Please Click Here to view the specific entry requirements for our 16-18 Study Programmes.

Work Experience is a vital part of the course and you will be supported in finding a work placement relevant to your study.

Assessments for this qualification will be made up of both theoretical, written coursework tasks and also practical performances or demonstrations of your practical skills. Some units will be externally assessed.

Upon successful completion of this qualification students could progress on to Level 3 Performing Arts qualifications at The Manchester College.

Previous students have successfully gone on to professional work within the acting industry in television, theatre, theatre in education, physical theatre and comedy.

Other potential careers paths include directing (TV and theatre), scriptwriting, drama therapy, teaching, setting up and running your own theatre company, and events management.

If you need help with affording college, there are a number of different finance and funding options available to you. You might be eligible for special bursary support or extra help from the government. Have a look at our fees, finance & funding page to find out all the information you need.

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