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

Exam board EDEXCEL BTEC Level 2 First Award Performing Arts (Dance)

What will I In this course you will perform in a wide variety of dance styles.
do on this You will acquire and develop technical and expressive skills.
course? You will monitor and evaluate your own progress and set targets for
improvement.
Gain experience in preparing and performing for an audition.
You will study the following units:
• Component 1: Exploring Performing Arts
• Component 2: Developing Skills and
Techniques in the Performing Arts
• Component 3: Performing to a Brief
How am I You will learn set sequences of movement and perform in short dance pieces
assessed? both as a group and as an individual.
You also have to complete a written reviews and research logs.
There is no written exam however there is an external assessment that will
be completed in year 11.
Type of Assessment Number Timing Number
of credits
Component 1 – Written and Part A and B Y10 60
practical
Component 2 – Practical and 1 Year 30
written 10/11
Component 3 – Practical and 1 Year 11 30
Written Exam
What skills Enjoy dancing and be willing to learn new skills and techniques.
do I need? The confidence to perform on your own, in groups and in front of other
students and assessors.
To work in group situations in a co-operative manner.
To participate in three hours of practical work per week.
You will be required to wear black dance trousers, black top and perform
barefoot for all lessons.
What are the This course can lead to BTEC Diploma in Performing Arts, A Level & Degree.
progression
routes?

Where do I Mrs Stubbs and Mrs Tym
find out Visit www.edexcel.com for course information.
more
information?

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