Performing Arts (Musical Theatre) BTEC

Applications Open: 7th November 2025 at 9am

Applications Close: 30th January 2026 4pm

Entry Requirements: - 5 GCSE's Grade 4 and above, including Maths and/or English plus additional subject specific entry requirements.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

The mandatory units offer a broad insight and skill development into the Performing Arts industry, and provide opportunity for those from single or multi-discipline backgrounds to embed knowledge and understanding of the performing arts in practice. The optional units allow for students to specialise in areas of expertise and develop their talent.

The course is structured into five components. Mandatory Units: Group Performance Workshop, Developing Skills and Techniques for Performance, Musical Theatre Techniques.

Optional Units include: Acting Styles, Developing the Voice for Performance, Singing Techniques for Performance, Choreography for Live Performance and Contemporary Dance Techniques.

Grade 4-9 in GCSE Drama or BTEC level 2 pass to distinction in Music or alternative qualification and a Grade 4-9 in GCSE English.

Students must be competent in music, drama and/or dance and should be aware that performance is a key aspect of this course. Commitment to rehearsals and self-discipline is essential.

Why should I study this course?

Students will have a passion for the performing arts such as music, acting, dance and musical theatre and actively practice at least one of these disciplines. They will develop the following skills:

Extended writing • analytical skills • creative development • communication skills • collaborative skills

Students have the opportunity to take part in workshops, masterclasses, trips and performance events.

All pathways in this qualification will prepare students for direct employment in the performing arts sector and are suitable, if they wish, to enter a particular specialist area of work. BTECs are highly valued by universities due to their breadth of their content and enrichment opportunities.