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Music: BTEC National Diploma
This course is for students who wish to improve their
musical skills and succeed in a highly competitive
musical world. It is equivalent to three A levels.
Course details Study covers all areas of music
performance and you will be provided with an insight
into the way the music business operates. All students are
given regular opportunities to perform and benefit from
the input of a wide range of visiting musicians.
How is it assessed? This BTEC National Diploma is assessed
through practical assignments and written work.
Course duration Two years full-time.
What do I need to study this subject? All applicants need
to take an audition, and should have four GCSE grades
A*-C.
Where can this lead me? Recent graduates of the
course have found places at Trinity College of Music,
Guildhall School of Music and Drama, the Birmingham
Conservatoire, and Leeds College of Music, as well as
many universities. The course can be a stepping stone
towards a career in music.
Performance Studies:
AS and A2 Level
Performance Studies is a practical-based subject that
also examines the theories and contexts of Drama,
Dance and Music.
Course details You will study two units in each year. In AS
you will devise work in Drama, Dance and Music and also
study the theories of different performance practitioners.
In A2 you will look at performance topics, and do two
further performances.
How is it assessed? At AS, the course is 70% written and
practical coursework, internally assessed, and 30% written
examination, externally assessed. At A2, the course is 30%
written examination, externally assessed, and 70%
performance work, externally assessed.
Course duration One year at AS level. One year at
A2 level.
What do I need to study this subject? You should have
five GCSEs grade A*-C, including Drama or another
expressive arts subject, together with an interest in theatre
and performance.
Where can this lead me? You may progress to university
to study drama or humanities at degree level, or to
drama school for professional acting courses or a degree.
What are the enrichment opportunities? The College runs
a wide range of theatre visits and other performances
throughout the year, which you are encouraged to
attend. The Performing Arts department has regular visits
from professional actors, singers and performers.