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Diploma in Creative and Performing Arts

at Ivybridge Community College, Ivybridge · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

If you dream of becoming a dancer, choreographer, or dance teacher, or perhaps working in one of the many support roles that exist behind the scenes in performing arts then A level Dance may be for you. Most students taking this course will have studied dance at GCSE or have previous graded dance exam experience from classes outside school. It's suitable even if you're not headed for a career in dance but simply enjoy it and want to develop your own talent. The course will give you a set of transferable skills including creativity, teamwork and analytical thought that you can use in a wide range of careers. You'll need to be physically fit and enthusiastic about exploring a range of dance genres.

What you need to get on

Five GCSE at Grade 9-5 including English and Mathematics. GCSE Dance or Level 2 RSL Dance at Grade 5 or above or Dance experience.

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

  • Ivybridge Community College

    HARFORD ROAD, IVYBRIDGE, PL21 0JA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · IVYBRIDGE

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