BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Performing Arts (Drama)

Applications open: 13 November 2025 at 4pm

Applications close: 02 April 2026 - applications are now officially closed, but we may still consider late applications

How to apply

Internal students - Apply via Applicaa using this link https://leighacademyminster.applicaa.com/

External students - Apply via KentChoices using this link https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/login. Please note - After sending your application, you'll receive a welcome email from Applicaa asking for further information.

Applications to Leigh Academy Minster’s Post-16 are managed through a system called Admissions+, powered by Applicaa. When using the portal for the first time, you will be prompted to self-register and create a user profile in order to complete the application. You will be required to supply your personal information, current place of education, predicted grades and then select your courses.

Entry Requirements: -

Admission to Level 3 programmes at Leigh Academy Minster is contingent upon strict entry requirements aimed at ensuring a high academic standard. These entry requirements are in place to guarantee that students entering Level 3 programmes are well-prepared and committed to the academic challenges and rigours associated with higher-level qualifications. Students will require five GCSEs at a grade 5 and above.

Prospective students are expected to have demonstrated a strong foundation in relevant Level 2 qualifications. All programmes have an entry threshold of at least a GCSE grade 5 or an equivalent qualification. Students wishing to study science and/or mathematics require a minimum GCSE grade 6 or higher. All students are expected to have achieved a Good or Strong Pass in English and mathematics.

All courses will run dependent on student numbers. Further information on each subject and its entry requirements can be found on the academy’s Post-16 Admissions platform.

See our website for more details - Leigh Academy Minster Website

View our Post 16 Booklet - here

The Performing Arts Extended Certificate is for learners who are interested in learning about the performing arts sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in performing arts. The Performing Arts qualification also prepares learners for job roles related to the sector.

he Performing Arts qualification is comprised of four units, three mandatory and one optional.

Mandatory:

Investigating Practitioners Work

Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance

Group Performance Workshop

The optional unit will depend upon learner preference and desired outcomes.

Internally and externally assessed.

General Requirements

2 CAMBRIDGE TECHNICAL/GCSE/i GCSE/BTEC/National Vocational Qualification/WJEC (Welsh GCSE)/Cambridge National qualifications with minimum grade 5.0

Specific Requirements

Merit in Dance/Drama

4+ in English and Maths