The Post-16 BTEC Extended Diploma in Acting is a two year course that involves the study of a range of acting techniques, performance skills and the theoretical aspects of the art form.
The Extended Diploma is broadly equivalent to three A Levels.
The following subjects make the programme of study:
• Principles of Acting
• Drama Improvisation
• Film and TV Acting
• Applying Acting Styles
• Classical Theatre Performances
• Contemporary Theatre Performances
• Developing Voice for the Actor
• Movement in Performance
• The Skills of Rehearsing and Performing small and large-scale productions
• The Historical Context of Performance
• Audition technique
After the Post-16 course, students can progress via many different routes.
The following are examples are what students may go on to do: