Musical Theatre and Dance
Entry requirements
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
UCAS Tariff
Normal entry requirements are 80 UCAS points from three A Levels at CCD (or an equivalent level 3 qualification), plus five GCSE's at C/4 or above including English Language. For applicants with significant prior professional experience, offers may be made under BIMM Institute Recognition of Prior Practice Policy.
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About this course
**About the course**
The BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance undergraduate course will provide you with a balance of creative and artistic modules and with knowledge and practical skills, allowing you to explore the demanding world of the professional performing arts industry, an industry that is constantly evolving and which requires performers with the ability to be flexible and adaptable to its shifting needs. The course also aims to enrich the student experience by offering both a rigorous training, as well as a level of optionality, allowing the student to shape their own creative identity.
This undergraduate course has high contact hours to enable you to fulfil your potential as a professional artist. You will have a diverse and intensive programme of training that will facilitate you with the subject specific skills and knowledge enabling you to graduate as an industry ready professional.
At Performers College we believe the opportunity to work in the performing arts profession should be available to all and not prevented by monetary, physical or cultural restrictions. The three years are underpinned with a curriculum spine which develops both transferable and life skills essential for longevity within your chosen career path.
On successful completion of the BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance, graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to access a variety of roles with optimum technique and a suitable level of autonomy to enter the world of performing arts.
Performers College is exceptionally proud of the success and longevity of its alumni. Graduates of Performers College can be seen in many West End shows, UK Tours, on prestigious television programmes and performing worldwide.
**Applicants that require a Student Visa to study can only be accepted at Performers College Essex.**
Modules
Students can expect to study the following core modules:
Year 1 -
Dance Fundamentals 1
Musical Theatre Fundamentals 1
The Creative Industries and You 1
Dance Fundamentals 2
Musical Theatre Fundamentals 2
Context & Culture of the Creative Industries
Year 2
Dance Development
Musical Theatre Development
The Creative Industries & You 2
Devised Performance
Tutor Led Performance
Creativity, Identity and Agency
Year 3
Advanced dance, singing and acting
Devised Professional Performance
Final Showcase
Final Project
The Creative Industries & You 3
A range of optional modules can be selected in Year 2 subject to availability and student demand. Please visit the course information page on the Performers website for a full break down.
Assessment methods
Performers College has an established and robust assessment structure.
Each discipline (Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Acting, Singing,) is assessed separately at levels 4, 5 and 6, thus ensuring that all module learning outcomes are identified and fulfilled.
Tutors and students are given clearly defined assessment criteria, directly linked to the module learning outcomes and teaching is specifically directed to assist students in meeting the criteria.
Experiential learning is a key principle of study with a firm belief in reflective practice and professional evaluation. This is made evident through our teaching strategies and assessment procedures.
Learning activities will be contextually specific, informed by practices that are typical of, and relevant to, the diverse disciplines that constitute the ‘Triple Threat’ performer.
Students will engage in the commensurate study of dance, acting, singing and performance, developing subject -specific knowledge and skills.
BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance consists of practical subjects, underpinned with the curriculum spine.
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