BTEC National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts

Level 3Applied and BTECDiplomaPearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for. It is approved for 16 to 18 study, so it can be taken as part of a study programme.

27 providers teach this exact qualification.

London5

Chiswick School
London · 18 months
They ask for: Normal 6th form entry plus, a desire and ability in the performing arts. Qualification in one discipline would be preferable, but not essential.
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De Salis Studio College
Hayes · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 GCSES grades 9-4, including a Grade 4 in GCSE English and a Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.
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Hewens College
Hayes · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 GCSES grades 9-4, including a Grade 4 in GCSE English and a Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.
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Parkside Studio College
Hayes · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 GCSES grades 9-4, including a Grade 4 in GCSE English and a Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.
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Rosedale College
Hayes · 2 years
They ask for: A minimum of 5 GCSES grades 9-4, including a Grade 4 in GCSE English and a Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.
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South West5

Cirencester College
Cirencester · 2 years
They ask for: 5+ GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, from the�core subjects, including English Language. Grade 6 in Physics OR 6 in both Core AND Additional Science plus Grade 7 in Ma
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Falmouth School
Falmouth · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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John Cabot Academy
Bristol · 2 years
They ask for: Vocational route is a minimum of 6 GCSE at grades 5,5,5,4,4,4 with a minimum level 4 in both GCSE Maths and English. See website for additional subject specific
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Leaf Studio
Bournemouth · 2 years
They ask for: Grade 4 in English and Maths Grade 5 or equivalent in Dance, Drama, Music or Performing Arts
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The Bourne Academy
Bournemouth · 2 years
They ask for: Five or more 9-4 grades at GCSE including English and Maths. A grade 6/Merit in a related L2 course or relevant experience within the art form.
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Yorkshire and The Humber4

Roundhay School
Leeds · 2 years
They ask for: All A level courses or TWO A levels and ONE vocational course: Students must achieve a min of 5 subjects at GCSE grades 4 or above (including English Language a
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South Craven School
Keighley · 2 years
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above including English and a performing arts related subject. You will need to have some previous performance experience be expect
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St Mary'S College
2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Wyke Sixth Form College
Hull · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSEs at grade 4 or better for a full BTEC programme
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East Midlands4

Skegness Academy
Skegness · 2 years
They ask for: Five GCSE's at Grade 4 (C) or above including English and art or successful completion of a relevant level 2 qualification.
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Wqe and Regent College Group
Leicester · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Wqe and Regent College Group
Leicester · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Wqe and Regent College Group
Leicester · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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South East3

Herne Bay High School
Herne Bay · 2 years
They ask for: 2 Year Course - Normally 5 GCSE grades in the range of 9- 4, including Dance and Drama (Minimum Grade 4) Maths, English (Minimum grade 4). Students are encourag
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The Canterbury Academy
Canterbury · 540 hours
They ask for: An audition will take place to assess your suitable pathway for this course.
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Virtual Learning UK
Reading · 24 months
They ask for: 5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above including English and Maths. You will need to have some previous performance experience be expected to attend an audition.
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West Midlands3

Tudor Grange Academy Worcester
Worcester · 2 years
They ask for: You will need six GCSEs grade 9 to 4 including a grade 4 in English literature or language and maths to be able to take this pathway. It is advised that you hav
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Walsall Studio School
Walsall · 2 years
They ask for: Typically, seven x 4/5 grade GCSE (old 'C' equivalent) - with one being in English and one in the subject specialism. A minimum of four x 4/5 grades are require
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Windsor High School and Sixth Form
Halesowen · 2 years
They ask for: 5 grade 4s or above including English or Maths
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East of England2

Longsands Academy
St. Neots · 3 years
They ask for: Download, complete and return our application form from our website. Be open about your previous training and achievements. Do not worry if you are not trained
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Northstowe Secondary College
2 years
They ask for: To study Level 3 Dance, students require a GCSE Grade 4 or equivalent in English. A GCSE or BTEC in Dance is advantageous but not essential. Students should als
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North West1

Liverpool Theatre School
Liverpool · 24 months
They ask for: 4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above including English and a performing arts related subject. You will need to have some previous performance experience be expect
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