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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts

at Shire Oak Academy, Walsall · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate16 monthsFull time

What the college says

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Performing Arts is intended to be an Applied General qualification for post­16 students who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education, and ultimately to employment, possibly in the performing arts sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to 2 A Levels, and it has been designed as part of a two­year programme, normally alongside a further Level 3 qualification.

What you need to get on

4-5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English, maths and science. Students wishing to take this BTEC will have successfully completed a Level 2 programme of learning, with GCSEs or vocational learning.

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

  • SHIRE OAK ACADEMY

    Lichfield Road Walsall Wood, Walsall, WS9 9PA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Walsall

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