Entry Requirements

• Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English language and maths
• A grade 4 or above is also required for GCSE music or equivalent
• You will be invited in for a practical audition which forms a core part of the selection process.

How You Will Be Assessed

This course is 100% coursework assessed - with no written exams.

You will be 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 your overall grade for the year which is graded as: Pass, Merit or Distinction. The Extended Diploma at Distinction level is allocated 168 UCAS points which is equivalent to three full A Levels at grade A.

Course Progression

After successful completion of the full Level 3 Extended Diploma course, you could move into a variety of different professional pathways including:

• Further study and training at university
• 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.

Where Your Course Can Take You

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 national higher education providers such as BIMM, Leeds College of Music and Goldsmiths to ensure that you are ready and prepared for your next steps.

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 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.