Performing Arts (Musical Theatre) National Foundation Diploma level 3

Our level 3 musical theatre course is a exciting vocational course packed with performance opportunities and a high standard of training in singing, dancing and acting. This course is delivered as a one year plus one year programme. You start by studying the National Foundation Diploma in the first year and then top up to the extended diploma in year 2. Students must pass year 1 to progress to year 2. Both years carry UCAS points and universities recognise the qualification as a method of progressing to relevant degree courses.

You will explore a range of subjects in order to best understand the demands of the profession and make you a ‘triple threat’ performer. You will perform in two major productions each year as well as presenting small performance projects throughout the course. You will be taught by a range of lecturers and practitioners who are experienced specialists in their field. Many are dance artists, dance school principals, performers and vocal coaches with accredited teaching qualifications bringing their extensive experience and network of professional contacts into the studio.

Our aim is to equip you with the skills and knowledge to progress into your 3-year professional training at conservatoires and universities across the country. We currently have students studying at Bird College, Performers, GSA, Mountview, MADD, Arts Ed, Italia Conti, Wilkes Academy, LMA as examples. We currently have students working in the industry on the West End and touring nationally in productions including Frozen, Grease and Heathers.

If you are aged 16 to 18, you will be enrolled on a study programme. This will include retaking GCSEs or undertaking Functional Skills in English and maths if you haven't already achieved a grade 4 or above.

You will take part in activities that help you to develop your personal skills, such as building your character and confidence. This will help you to live well and move into your chosen career. If you are 16-19 years old these activities will be timetabled as will work experience.