BTEC First Certificate in PERFORMING ARTS

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BTEC First Certificate in PERFORMING ARTS

• ACTING

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What is a BTEC first Certificate?

• A BTEC First Certificate is a practical, work -
  related course
• You will learn by completing projects and
  assignments that are based on realistic workplace
  situations and activities

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What do I get at the end of this course?

• A BTEC Fist Certificate is the equivalent to Two
  GCSEs grades A- C.
• It will be achieved over two years in 3 lessons a
  week.

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How will the course be structured?

• The course is made up of three units one core
  unit and two specialist units.
• The Specialist units are
• Devising plays
• Body workshop
• Performing plays
• Musical theatre
• The Performing Arts Business

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How is this course Assessed?

• This course is a 100 coursework and performance
  based pieces. There are no external written exams
  for this course.

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What can I do at the end of the course?

• Go on to study either A Levels or BTEC National/
  Higher in Performing Arts
• Further train in the performing Arts Industry
• Go on to work in the Performing Arts business

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Further information?

• If you need further information please talk to
  any teachers in the Drama Department
• Ask Head of Year and form tutors for advice
• Look on school website or EDEXCEL website for
  more information