Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Dance)

This course is suitable for students considering pathways into higher education in dance or employment in the industry. It has been designed as a full time two year programme and is equivalent to 3 A levels.

P10481

Bangor

Full-Time

Further Education

Performing Arts

Course Overview

This course is suitable for students considering pathways into higher education in dance or employment in the industry. You will train in a broad range of dance practices and gain an insight into the world of dance. The course provides opportunities to develop skills in creativity and performance. Throughout the course you will cover a number of modules, to develop both practical and theoretical skills.

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Performing Arts or, 4 GCSE’s at Grade C or above, plus successful outcome at audition/interview (You will be required to complete Essential Skills in Numeracy, Literacy and ICT if you do not have a GCSE grade C).

Modules studied may include:

Exploring Performance Styles
Creating Performance Material
Performing as a Dancer as part of an Ensemble
Planning a Career in the Industry
Using Development Plans to Refine Skills
Producing a Personal Project
Using Material for Self - promotion and Networking
Undertaking a Defined Creative or Administration Role
Using Creative Collaboration to Develop a Project
Producing a Collaboration Project

Through these modules, you will develop skills in a variety of dance styles including, Jazz, Commercial, Ballet, Tap and Contemporary.

You will also work towards a Personal Development qualification and will be involved in a range of activities, designed to improve your employability.

You would like to pursue a career in Dance.

The essential skills through practical technique classes in urban dance, tap, jazz dance, classical ballet and contemporary dance. Leading to public performances throughout the course.

Having the opportunity to become a member of student company The Glass Umbrella Theatre Company and taking part in public performances in professional theatre environments including the schools very own theatre.

Successful completion of this course can lead to further study or into industry

For more information or help with this course send us an enquiry and a member of our team will get back in touch.

Courtney Gunn

Level 3 National Extended Diploma Performing Arts Practice

I train in SERC’s dance studio and I am improving my skills and techniques in areas of dance such as contemporary, ballet, jazz and tap under the tutelage of my lecturers.

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Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

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