Level 3 Extended Diploma in Acting

Course overview

During the course you will study a range of units including classical and contemporary theatre performance, auditions for actors, voice, applying acting styles, film and TV acting, audio-performance acting, stage combat, directing and devising plays as well as core units examining the principles of acting, performing arts business and rehearsing and performing to an audience. The course is based around practical and academic activities including units that are largely performance or production based. You will learn to work and perform in a professional environment and take part in a large number of performances.
As part of your study programme here at the College alongside your chosen course you will complete a maths and/or English qualification if you have not already achieved a grade 4-9 or above. (This will be a GCSE for all students with a grade 3).
The study programme will also incorporate a range of work related experience activities to ensure that you have the breadth of skills required to progress to further/higher education, employment or an apprenticeship.

What else do I need to know?

This programme forms part of a study programme with attendance up to three days per week. You will also have a designated personal tutor who will provide both pastoral support and one to one guidance.