--- title: "Performing Arts BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate" url: "https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/courses/performing-arts/performing-arts-btec-level-3-extended-certificate" school: "Birkenhead Sixth Form College" --- [![Birkenhead Sixth Form College](https://files.schudio.com/birkenhead/images/logo/BSFC_FC_RGB(1).png)](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/) - [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/birkenheadsixthformcollege) - [X](http://www.twitter.com/BSFC) - [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs0mV-sqmiu8V_19dpFY3Zw) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bsfc_/) - [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@bsfc_college) [Apply Now](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/application-form) ![OFSTED](https://www.bsfc.ac.uk/theme/birkenhead/img/ofsted_new.png) # Performing Arts BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate [YouTube video](https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/yMMBvvhFGEI?rel=0) ## Qualification: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (equivalent to one A Level). ## Entry requirements: Five GCSEs including Maths & English Language: a minimum of three GCSEs at Grade 4 and two GCSEs at Grade 5. ## Overview The BTEC Extended Certificate in Performing Arts offers a practical and applied approach to theatre and performance. The course allows you to develop as a performer while gaining insight into the wider performing arts industry through a blend of practical work, theory, and evaluation. ## What you will study You will complete four units, including three core components: Investigating Practitioners’ Work in Performing Arts, Developing Skills and Techniques in Performance, and Group Performance. These are combined with an additional specialist unit. Each module includes both practical performance and written analysis, helping you develop skills in creativity, reflection, and collaboration. ## Assessment Assessment is through a combination of internal and external tasks: two units are externally assessed and two are internally assessed. Every unit includes both practical performance and theory-based projects. ## Skills you will develop You will strengthen your performance, teamwork, communication, and creative problem-solving skills, while also learning to research and evaluate professional practice. ## Future Pathways This BTEC supports progression to higher education courses in performing arts, drama, dance, or theatre studies, as well as careers in acting, directing, stage management, teaching, or the wider creative industries. ## Exam board: Pearson Edexcel \*We have made every effort to ensure that the information displayed is accurate. 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