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Dip Performing & Production Arts L3

at MidKent College, Gillingham · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 weekFull time

What the college says

You will undertake three main projects across the year that involve aspects of a range of skills and areas of study. You can expect to attend classes that have a focus on acting technique and practitioners, vocal training in the Estill Method, Musical Theatre repertoire, technical dance classes that include Ballet, Tap, Contemporary, Jazz, Commercial and fitness. These classes are designed to challenge you, build upon your previous experience and to better prepare you for HE/Professional conservatoires. You will also be given the opportunity to direct your focus further towards dance, or acting through song. You will attend sessions and develop skills in production roles such as Front of House duties, Stage Management, Lighting Operator, Set and Props Design, Sound Operator and Wardrobe Assistant. In your final major project you have the opportunity to decide whether you would like to undertake a performance or production role. As a part of your course you will also be supported by staff to create professional performance CVs, prepare audition material and repertoire folders for your future career. In each area of study you will undertake rigorous research , apply your findings to create and devise performance material, perform your creations to an audience and then evaluate your progress to set personal targets for the next project. You will take part in a variety of performances and be encouraged to visit a range of productions both locally and in the West End Production an

What you need to get on

Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English and maths at grade C/4 or above.

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

Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Gillingham

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