Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Performing Arts

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Applications open - 9.00am Monday 2 November 2026

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Entry Requirements - 4 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above (subject specific entry requirements apply)

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Whilst we do not have a deadline for receiving applications, to avoid disappointment applicants are invited to be submitted their applications as soon as possible as courses will be offered on a first come first served basis (subject to entry requirements).

Get creative, build confidence, and develop your performance skills on this exciting course. Through practical workshops, rehearsals, and performances, you’ll explore acting, theatre, dance, or musical theatre while developing your voice, movement, creativity, communication, and teamwork. You’ll learn from influential practitioners, collaborate on group performances, and specialise in an area you’re passionate about.

• Explore your creativity and build your confidence through a practical and exciting Performing Arts course.
• Develop skills in acting, dance, theatre, and musical theatre while learning from influential practitioners.
• Through workshops and rehearsals, strengthen your physical, vocal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Collaborate with others to create and perform your own group productions.
• With a specialist unit in acting, dance, or musical theatre, you can focus on the area you enjoy most.
• Whether you dream of performing on stage or simply want to develop skills for the future, this course offers an exciting and hands-on experience.

Five GCSEs grades 4-9 including grade 5 in either GCSE Music, Dance or Drama.

The course provides a strong foundation for progression to university, drama school or specialist training, leading to careers in acting, musical theatre, dance, theatre performance, directing, choreography and theatre production. Students can also develop transferable creative and professional skills that support careers across the wider performing arts and creative industries, including arts management, events, television, film, entertainment and live production.