Performing Arts 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
Course Content
A variety of modules such as:
- Musical Theatre
- Singing
- Acting
- Dance
- Circus Skills
- Variety Performance
- Film and TV Acting
- Directing Theatre
- Choreography
Progression
Employment- Some students find work in the industry straight away, such as Dominic Tribuzio who finished his Extended Diploma and immediately joined the West End cast of “Billy Elliot” for a year-long run.
Education- The majority of students completing this course progress to university. Popular universities for progression include; York St John, Derby, Northampton, Chester, Northumbria, Oldham and Liverpool Institute for the Performing Arts (LIPA).




