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Production Arts (Technical Theatre and Live Events) National Foundation Diploma level 3

at Leicester College, Leicester · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course covers all the behind-the-scenes roles involved in backstage technical theatre, live events, and concert production. You will be learning the skills you need to start your progression into this wide and varied world of work, help run internal and external shows at our professional city-centre venue, the Sue Townsend Theatre. The course is delivered as a one year plus one year programme. You start by studying towards the national foundation diploma in the first year and then top up into year two to complete the extended diploma. You must pass the diploma to be able to top up to the extended diploma. Both years carry UCAS points and universities recognise the qualification as a method of progressing to relevant degree courses. If you are aged 16 to 18, you will be enrolled on a study programme, which will include activities that help you to develop your personal skills, such as building your character and confidence. This will help you to live well and move into your chosen career. These activities will be timetabled as will work experience. For other age groups, activities will be tailored to your needs.

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

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

  • Abbey Park Campus

    Painter Street, Leicester, LE1 3WA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Leicester

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