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Level 3 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts - Full cost 19+

at Oaklands College, St. Albans · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

This two-year course is designed to develop your practical and academic skills so you can either progress onto university or directly into the industry. Performance pathway � You will study acting, singing and dance in equal measure. This will allow you to develop your practical skills to a high standard. And make you more employable moving into this exciting industry. Production pathway � You will learn hands on skills covering a wide range of backstage roles giving you an understanding of the importance of these roles when staging live shows. You will be using technology with lights and sound, communication and organisation skills. You will work closely together performance and production to stage high quality live performances.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 4 GCSEs grade 9 � 4 including Maths and English or a full Level 2 and grades 9 � 4 including English & Maths.

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

  • Oaklands College - Welwyn Garden City Campus

    Welwyn Garden City Campus The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 6AH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Welwyn Garden City

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