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Level 3 Diploma in Technical Theatre

at Northampton College, Northampton · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to access and progress to degree level study and employment in the performing arts sector. It provides an opportunity for those who have an interest in the performing arts to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating and demanding and provides a supportive transition from general to more specialised study. The qualification will enable students to: Have a critical and contextual awareness of different perspectives and approaches within production arts or related subjects of study or work Research, analyse and evaluate relevant information and ideas in order to develop creative solutions Understand, adapt and safely use appropriate and practical methods and skills for creative production Solve complex problems through the application of practical, theoretical and technical understanding Critically review the effectiveness and appropriateness of methods, actions and results Use evaluative and reflective skills in order to take responsibility for own learning, development and decision- making Take responsibility for the research, planning, time management and actions to access progression opportunities On this course, you learn by completing projects and some written assignments that are completed only while working on realistic workplace situations, to enable you to gain the experience needed to pursue a career in the production industries.

What you need to get on

Four GCSEs at Grade 4-5/C or above or Level 2 Diploma in Technical Theatre Production plus GCSE English and maths at Grade 3/D or Functional Skills English and maths at Level 1 . You must attend the Workshop Session in the summer.

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

  • Northampton College

    BADBY ROAD WEST, DAVENTRY, NN11 4HJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 31 August 2026 · DAVENTRY

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