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Level 1
UAL Diploma in Music, Performing and Production Arts (Level 1)
COURSE OVERVIEW
Are you a student with a passion for performing arts? Do you dream of stepping into the spotlight and showcasing your talent on stage?
This one-year course is perfect for learners who are eager to learn how to communicate and collaborate with peers through group work. With a focus on providing an introduction to the world of performing arts, students will have the opportunity to gain experience in dance and drama and develop their acting and dance skills.
Throughout the course, students will engage in a variety of practical work designed to help them understand how theatre works and build essential background knowledge. Teamwork is emphasized, with a strong focus on developing students’ ability to work collaboratively with others.
One of the highlights of this course is the opportunity for students to gain valuable work experience in the professional world of performing arts by performing some assessment material in a professional theatre. This hands-on experience will not only enhance their knowledge and understanding of the industry but also provide them with invaluable skills for their future careers.
All students will also study Maths and English, Tutorial and Work Experience.
- Subject Course – Vocational or chosen Academic subject, usually studied for 12 – 16 hours a week.
- English and Maths – Every learner will work towards GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths or Functional Skills.
Students will have specific time in their timetable for each of the elements above and they will be expected to attend all elements throughout the year. Study programmes are designed to help students meet their maximum potential and progress to the next level of study or into work.
Learners should expect to be in college between 9am and 5pm on college days. Holidays cannot be sanctioned during the College term.
There may be occasions where students may need to attend their course during the evening. These occasions will be when the course is undertaking a live performance or when extra rehearsals are needed.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Students need to have a keen interest in Performing Arts. In addition students need to have a willingness to participate as this course cannot be achieved without practical work. Students may also have experience in extra-curricular drama and theatre activities.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Students must be working at a Grade 1 or 2 in Maths & English.
There is the opportunity for students to progress to any level 2 course if appropriate to the learner’s academic status. A development in performing arts’ skills, increased confidence and organisational skills are potentially transferable for employment or future study.
Minimum Entry Requirements for Level 2
Students must achieve a Merit on the Level 1 Course and a Grade 3 in Maths & English.
Units 1 – 5 are assessed internally and are fully embedded within the projects through the academic year. Unit 6 is the Final Major Project and is externally assessed. Students must complete Units 1-5 successfully before participating in Unit 6 work. Several full scale productions will be developed through the course to be presented within college, at college events at The Hawth Theatre and potential other site-specific venues.
Students 16-18 year olds will not have to pay tuition fees, awarding body registration or exam fees. Please note: You may be entitled to a Bursary payment to help with costs such as travel to College, trips and equipment, a food allowance and childcare. To qualify you must be resident in the UK and meet the eligibility criteria which will include evidence of your financial circumstances. Students aged 19 and over will have to pay tuition fees, awarding body registration or exam fees. Please note: You may be entitled to a Bursary payment to help with costs such as travel to College, trips and equipment and childcare. To qualify you must be resident in the UK and meet the eligibility criteria which will include evidence of your financial circumstances.
For further information please contact the Admissions team by emailing admissions@crawley.ac.uk or calling 01293 442200 – press option 2 for Admissions.