Start Date
- September 2027, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
This is a broad and dynamic course designed to develop your skills in acting, dance and musical theatre, while providing the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to progress to Level 3 study or employment within the performing arts industry.
Throughout the year, you will collaborate with fellow students to form a professional company. As part of this company, you will explore a wide range of multi-disciplinary performance techniques and work towards creating performances to a professional standard.
You will gain practical and theoretical experience across the performance profession, including acting, musicality and dancing, as well as an introduction to production skills such as prop and costume organisation and marketing. The course encourages a collaborative approach, with opportunities to devise and perform original work, contribute creatively to rehearsals, and take part in both guided and self-directed projects.
You will take part in public performances throughout the year in our 160-seat Platform Theatre. You will develop key professional skills such as learning lines, rehearsing effectively, researching roles, and working closely with directors and fellow performers to shape interpretation and delivery. You will also have opportunities to collaborate with students from other creative courses to produce high-quality, industry-relevant projects. You will work in industry-standard facilities, including a full-sized theatre and rehearsal studios.
A high level of enthusiasm and commitment is essential, as you will be expected to attend rehearsals and performances - some of which may take place in the evening. If required, you will also continue to develop your core skills through English and maths GCSE resits.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
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
- Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English language and maths
- Additionally, a grade 3 or above in GCSE drama or equivalent is required
- You will also be invited in for a practical audition, which forms a core part of the selection process.
How You Will Be Assessed
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and requires you to complete projects and assignments based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. Assessment activities that you may undertake include participating in practical workshops, rehearsals, performances, coursework, research, keeping journals, writing essays, giving presentations, discussing and evaluating work.
Course Progression
The course has been designed to incorporate a strong element of collaborative and vocational learning to provide you with the understanding, knowledge and skills for future progression and employment.
After successfully completing this course, you may choose to progress to one of the following Level 3 courses: Acting, Dance, Music Performance and Production, Musical Theatre or T Level in Events and Venues Technician.
Where Your Course Can Take You
This course supports you to develop the skills and attributes highly prized by employers, such as collaborative working. creative problem-solving, events management and presentation skills.
You may progress onto a career as an events manager, front of house, performer, dancer and choreographer, set designer, studio technician, festival director, lighting or sound technician.
Fees
If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16 to 18 on 31st August before the start of your course, your tuition fees will be free. If you are aged 19 and over, please contact the Advice Shop for more information by email at information@ccn.ac.uk or by calling 01603 773773.
You will need to provide your own basic equipment, with a list provided during induction. A basic laptop, Chrome Book or tablet would really help throughout this course. Students pay for enrichment trips and educational visits during the academic year. International trips are optional and are at additional cost payable by the student.
Why Choose City College Norwich?
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.
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