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BDC Production Arts 2
Level 1

Introduction to Performing Arts

Duration

1 year

Location

Rush Green Campus

Starting

Sept 2026

Audience

16-18

Careers

Production Arts

This course aims to give you a taster of a variety of performing arts skills based in danced, acting and music.

Alongside the subject specific units, you will also develop skills that will prepare for further study and the world of work.

This course is made up of 10 units, each internally assessed by Performing Arts teachers.

The units you will study are:

  • Being Organised
  • Developing a Personal Progression Plan
  • Working with Others
  • Researching a Topic
  • Using a Stimulus for performance
  • Performing a Dance Routine
  • Performing a Piece of Music
  • Acting in a Performance
  • Personal Preparation for Performance
  • Rehearsing for a Performance

You will be assessed through a combination of 10 internal assessments, including coursework and practical work.

You will need to have GCSE Maths, English Language and two additional subjects at grade 2 (E) or above.

As part of the application process you will also be asked to explain why you want to study this course, so that we can ensure any course offer made aligns to your career goals.

UP Project, YTA Academy, DV Collective and Hackney Empire.

On successful completion of this course, you will be able to progress onto a Level 2 Performing Arts course. You will also be able to progress onto a Level 1 course in another subject specialism.

Where it can lead to
You could progress to the following courses
Career progression

There are number of routes you can take following successful completion of a course. Further study can include Higher Education courses or a Higher Apprenticeship where you will expand your skills through study whilst earning a wage. Or you may choose to move directly into employment.

Contact our careers team for further guidance.