Start Date
- September 2024, Full Time
Summary
On this two-year course you will work towards the University of the Arts (UAL) Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Productions Arts. The Extended Diploma at Distinction level is allocated 168 UCAS points which is equivalent to 3 full A Levels at grade A*
Through collaborative learning and immersive study, you can take your performance and production skills to the next level, while continuing to learn how to use your body and voice in performance, and how to develop your creativity and artistic sensibilities. You’ll also explore ways to entertain and inform your audience.
What does the course involve?
- Devising Theatre technique
- Physical Theatre technique
- Improvisation techniques
- Practitioners
- Full production in our in-house theatre
- Performance experience off-site
- Understanding techniques and methods
- Directing for the theatre
- Script analysis and characterisation
- Audition preparation
- Practical movement and voice technique
- Professional development
You will perform in three productions each year at our theatre and other venues. City College Norwich has excellent facilities, including the 180-seat Platform theatre, rehearsal and dance studios, technical theatre workshop, TV Studio, Music and voice recording studio, costume and prop stores and full technical facilities and support.
Students will need to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment at all times, including some evenings and occasional weekends.
Why our college?
Industry standard facilities
At our college you will have access to industry-standard facilities and get to use top of the range equipment. On our campus you’ll find media suites, TV studios, design labs, workshops, hair & beauty salons, working kitchens and a live theatre.
Gain real experiences of work
All of our courses will provide you with outstanding experiences of work and prepare you for your future career. You will work with real employers and customers and build connections.
A unique student experience
This is what really sets us apart. At our college you will experience the freedom to be yourself. Being part of an active Students’ Union, having opportunities to travel and enjoying live entertainment are just a few of the amazing opportunities available to you.
Entry Requirements
Minimum four GCSEs at grade 9-4 including English and Maths and, if taken, GCSE Drama at grade 5 or above. Or a relevant Level 2 Diploma at Merit or above including GCSE English and Maths at grade 9-4.
Students will audition and be interviewed prior to selection. An academic reference will be required to support your application.
Objective
The course is structured to allow students to experience what life is like working in the creative industries. Students will work intensively on preparation and rehearsal, culminating in regular performances. The Extended diploma in Performance (Devising and Physical Theatre) is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and understanding necessary to access and progress to drama school, degree-level study or employment in the performing arts.
Assessment
The University of the Arts (UAL) Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts is assessed through a series of projects that are designed to broaden your skills, experience and expertise. The projects are multi-disciplinary and you will be expected to work collaboratively and proactively with fellow students as well as external clients and stakeholders.
Much of the written evidence, which supports your performance work, is in the form of a digital portfolio. You will need to update this regularly to document your development and research. Other evidence may include presentations, essays and portfolios.
The final end-point assessment (commonly referred to as the Final Major Project) decides the student’s overall grade for the year which is graded as: PASS, MERIT or DISTINCTION. The second year (Extended Diploma) is allocated the following UCAS points: PASS (72), MERIT (120), DISTINCTION (168).
All Student work is internally assessed and scrutinised by external verifiers from the University of the Arts London (UAL) to ensure that academic standards are adhered to and maintained.
Progression
After successful completion of the full Level 3 Extended Diploma course, students move into a variety of different professional pathways.
- Further study and training at university
- Specialised vocational training at accredited Drama schools
- Degrees in fields other than performing arts (the allocated UCAS points mean that you can do this)
- Working in the industry
- Other employment or apprenticeships
Career Progression
City College Norwich is a member of the University of the Arts London (UAL) Progression Partnership to promote the recruitment of talented, creative students from high quality further education institutions to UAL higher education degree level courses. The course team also work with local and national higher education providers such as LMA, East 15, Rose Bruford and Royal Central School of Speech and Drama to ensure that our students are ready and prepared for their next step.
Fees
If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 and over please contact the Advice Shop. Please check our Finance pages for information on loans, bursaries, fee information and student travel offers that are available. Alternatively please contact the Advice Shop.
