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Diploma in Performing and Production Arts Level 3 Yr1

at Hertford Regional College, Ware · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma35 weeksFull time£4,670

What the college says

Learn creative skills and perform in our state-of-the-art Michael Morpurgo Theatre at our Broxbourne campus. With professional dance studios a recording and TV studio plus tutors with industry experience you'll learn the skills of the trade in preparation for your career. Our 140-seat performance theatre will allow you to showcase your talents with the help of the latest lighting and sound technology.What makes Performing and Production Arts at HRC special? As a Performing and Production Arts student you will gain vital work experience including working on matinees and evening performances at both the Michael Morpurgo Theatre and other local theatres Our Performing Arts students regularly tour local schools with productions and have previously visited Princess Alexandra Hospital to entertain the children's ward You will experience the production aspects of producing a performance working behind the scenes to plan and deliver a show HRC students are well-known for putting on outstanding shows being recognised by award-winning writer Michael Morpurgo as having "wonderful talent" We are proud to be in the Top 25 colleges for student achievement in Performing Arts for learners aged 16 to 18 (2018)What do our students say? "The course has taught me new skills and showed me strengths I didn't know I had." "The course itself was fantastic; I felt challenged but knew help was there if I needed it"

What you need to get on

To take on this course you will need:5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above or a Level 2 at Merit levelTo attend an interview/ creative workshop to assess your skills and interestsWe also welcome applications from students with relevant experience or qualifications.If you would like help understanding our entry requirements give our Information Team a call on 01992 411411.

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

  • Broxbourne Campus

    Hertford Regional College Broxbourne Campus, Turnford, EN10 6AE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Turnford

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