Dance Extended Diploma Level 3
Code PER1
Course Level Level 3 Length of Course 2 Years
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade A* to C including English Language
plus Relevant experience and a successful audition
This new course is highly practical and provides an opportunity to develop the skills required to enter the dance industry. It will direct and support you in a range of exciting projects both locally and nationally. It is vital that you have the relevant experience and commitment to realise your potential as a dancer and work effectively as part of a creative team. You will study:
- Choreography
- Performance
- Contemporary and urban dance
- Jazz dance and ballet
- Fitness and health for the dancer
- Performing arts business
What can I do next?
Employment – The Extended Diploma will give you the skills and experience to progress onto a range of career paths such as a Dance Teacher, Dance Animateur or Dancer in a company or related entertainment industry such as television, film and theatre work, cruise ships, or the West End.
Education - You could progress onto Higher Education to study and train in dance at university or a specialist institution such as the Northern School of Contemporary Dance.




