BTEC Level 3 Performing Arts Practice (Foundation and Extended)

Entry into college is by audition only. To apply for an audition you will need to complete and return the application form together with the required photographs and audition fee.

Download an application form: www.mepacollege.com/apply-now

Once we have received all of the relevant documents, you will be offered an audition date in which you must confirm your attendance.

Auditions are held between three and four times a year and are published on our website. We would advise applying sooner rather than later. MEPA College take pride in excepting students that are passionate, hardworking and demonstrate potential to succeed in the performing arts industry.

Audition Dates

• Friday 7 November 2025
• Friday 6 November 2026
• Friday 26 April 2026

You can also book onto an experience day to see what the life of a MEPA College student is like:

• Friday 20 February 2026
• Friday 17 April 2026
• Friday 14 August 2026

Book onto an experience day via our website

This programme is a two (2) year fully funded course delivered in association with LEAD Performing Arts to learn, work and train with artists and highly renowned industry experts to achieve the highest grades possible.

The BTEC level 3 Extended Diploma is equivalent to 3 A-levels. It is a 2 year, full time education programme. It is also worth up to 168 UCAS points (DDD*). Learners will train and perform within professional, purpose-built dance and performing arts studios.

Exploring Performance Styles

Creating Performance Material

Performing to a Live Audience

Planning a Career in the Industry

Producing a Personal Project

Using Material for Self Promotion & Networking

Undertaking a defined Creative or Administrative Role

Collaboration to Develop a Project

As part of this BTEC Level 3 course fully-funded by SCL, learners will be assessed through practical performances, rehearsals, training sessions and assignments. The course will allow learners to progress onto university, audition/apply to specialist, advanced performing arts schools and/or gain employment directly into the industry.

Entry into college is by audition only. To apply for an audition you will need to complete and return the application and medical form together with the required photographs and audition fee.

Once we have received all of the relevant documents, you will be offered an audition date in which you must confirm your attendance.

Auditions are held between three and four times a year and are published on our website. We would advise applying sooner rather than later. MEPA College take pride in excepting students that are passionate, hardworking and demonstrate potential to succeed in the performing arts industry.