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BTEC Extended Certificate in Performing Arts

at Bolton Sixth Form College, Bolton · sixth form college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This is a highly practical course where you will gain and develop a range of performance disciplines. Your teachers have worked in the professional industry and use their experiences to help you devise and develop performances. This is an intense but fun course where you will have the opportunity to develop your own theatre company and create original work, providing you with organisational and leadership skills which will benefit you in any career path.

What you need to get on

Students studying three A Levels will be expected to have a minimum of two GCSEs at grade 6 and three GCSEs at grade 5/4, including English Language and Mathematics at grade 5/4 or above. Or eight GCSEs at a minimum of grade 5. Students not studying Drama should have a proven record in the interest of performing arts by having participated in extra-curricular clubs and enrichment for example drama clubs or school productions To gain entry to this course you will be required to attend an audition

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • The Sixth Form Bolton

    Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5BU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Bolton

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