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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts

at Cornwallis Academy, Maidstone · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Acting OR Dance - The Extended Certificate is designed for students who wish to develop skills in Acting or Dance. Pupils can only specialise in one discipline.

What you need to get on

BTEC Level 2 Performing Arts (acting or drama) – Merit GCSE Drama – B / 6 GCSE Dance - B / 6 Should you not meet the entry requirements, or not studied Performing Arts/Dance/Drama in Year 10 or 11, you may audition to secure a place on this qualification. We are aware that some students attend Performing Arts/Dance classes outside of school instead f studing it as part of their GCSES, so the audition process is in particular for those pupils.

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 Trust Sixth Form At Cornwallis Academy

    The Cornwallis Academy Hubbards Lane, Maidstone, ME17 4HX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Maidstone

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