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BTEC Level 1/2 Tech Award in Performing Arts (Acting)

Exam board EDEXCEL BTEC Level 1/2 Tech Award Performing Arts (Acting)
What will I Develop key skills that prove aptitude in Performing Arts, such as reproducing
do on this repertoire or responding to stimuli
course? Explore the processes that underpin effective ways of working in the Performing
Arts, such as development of ideas, rehearsal and performance.
Gain knowledge that underpins effective use of skills, process and attitudes in
the sector, such as roles, responsibilities, performance disciplines and styles
Reflect on our own performances and the work of others, including industry
professionals.
How am I You must complete all three components in order to pass the course.
assessed? The three components in this qualification you the opportunity to develop a
broad knowledge and understanding of the performing arts industry and
specialist skills and techniques at Levels 1 and 2.Grades awarded are Pass,
Merit, Distinction and Distinction *.
Number Assessment method Unit & GLH
1 Internal Exploring the Performing Arts
36 GLH, 30%
2 Internal Developing skills and techniques in the
Performing Arts
36 GLH, 30%
3 Synoptic External Responding to a brief
48 GLH, 40%
What skills The confidence to perform on your own, in groups and in front of others.
do I need? To be able to work in group situations in a cooperative manner
To be able to generate creative ideas and enjoy exploring and developing
them.
To be able to evaluate your own work and the work of others constructively,
both orally and written.
Lots of energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the subject, as you will be
completing extensive research and varying styles of written evidence, in
conjunction with the practical work.
What are the This course can lead to BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in
progression Performing Arts, A Level / college / degree courses. The course is rich in
routes? transferrable skills which are seen as desirable in most further education and

employment settings.
Where do I Ms Pollard (Head of Drama)
find out Mrs Masson-Wilson (Curriculum Lead)
more
information?

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