Diploma in Performing and Production Arts

Level 2Applied and BTECDiplomaUniversity of the Arts London

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3. It is approved for 16 to 18 study, so it can be taken as part of a study programme.

92 providers teach this exact qualification.

South East21

Abingdon and Witney College
Abingdon · 1 week
They ask for: You must have a passion for performing arts and be prepared to take part in an audition showcasing your skills in singing acting or dancing (or all 3). You will
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: This Level 2 course is for students who at least 3 GCSEs at grade 3 (D/E) orabove preferably including English or maths.If you do not have these grades start on
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: You will need 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above. Previous experience or simply a desire to experience theatre acting is essential whatever qualifications you might po
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: p You will need 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above. Some dance experience is essential before starting the course. You will be required to attend an audition and prepa
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: p A genuine interest in the subject is required.It would be an advantage to have some experience of working in theatre or on shows but not compulsory. /p div cl
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 1 year
They ask for: Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English or maths at grade 3.,Successful completion of current course(s)
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Ekc Group
Broadstairs · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Itchen College
Southampton · 1 year
They ask for: See Website
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MidKent College
Gillingham · 1 year
They ask for: Four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, including English or maths at grade D/3 or above.
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Milton Keynes College
Milton Keynes · 1 year
They ask for: See College website for details
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North East Surrey College of Technology (Nescot)
Epsom · 1 year
They ask for: Please see the college website at http://www.nescot.ac.uk
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North Kent College
Dartford · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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North Kent College
Dartford · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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North Kent College
Dartford · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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North Kent College
Dartford · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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North Kent College
Dartford · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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South Hampshire College Group
Fareham · 1 year
They ask for: You will need five GCSEs at grades 3-9, or equivalent (including English and maths) AND A short solo to showcase your specialism in either singing, dancing or a
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South Hampshire College Group
Fareham · 1 year
They ask for: You will need four GCSEs at grades 3-9, or equivalent (including English and maths). Science is also preferable.This full-time course is designed for young peop
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South Hampshire College Group
Fareham · 1 year
They ask for: You will need four GCSEs at grades 3-9, or equivalent (including English and maths). Uniform - You will be required to wear a uniform for this course. Black tro
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Sparsholt College
Winchester · 324 hours
They ask for: See website.
Their version£2,473
The Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Berkshire · 35 weeks
They ask for: Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above. One of these should be English or maths. Students with lower than a grade 4 in maths and/or English will resit as part of their
Their version£1,575

East of England13

Bedford College
Bedford · 1 year
They ask for: Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: Following on from a successful college admission audition and interview, you will need to achieve four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language. Yo
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: You will need to have achieved four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language and maths. It is expected that you are engaging with performing arts t
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Colchester Institute
Colchester · 9 months
They ask for: 4 GCSEs (9-3) including English, or satisfactory results in a relevant Level 1 qualification (Merit/Distinction), and an interview/audition.
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Harlow College
Harlow · 1 year
They ask for: 4 GCSEs grades 3 or equivalent and minimum Level 1 diagnostic in Maths and English. A satisfactory pass at NVQ 1 or Introductory Diploma. Interview and audition
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Hertford Regional College
Ware · 35 weeks
They ask for: To take on this course you will need:4 GCSE's at Grade D/3 or a Level 1 at Merit gradeTo attend an interview/creative workshop to assess your skills and interes
Their version£2,085
Oaklands College
St. Albans · 36 weeks
They ask for: A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 9 � 3 OR a Level 1 qualification AND a grade 4 in either Maths or English
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South Essex College of Further and Higher Education
Southend-On-Sea · 12 months
They ask for: Level 1 qualification or GCSEs x 2 at grade 3/D in MATHS or ENGLISH A relevant performing arts qualification is desirable, but not essential Successful attendan
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South Essex College of Further and Higher Education
Southend-On-Sea · 12 months
They ask for: A Level 1 qualification or GCSEs x 2 at grade 3/D in MATHS or ENGLISH You will be required to evidence your ability in the subject in the form of an audition Su
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South Essex College of Further and Higher Education
Southend-On-Sea · 12 months
They ask for: A Level 1 qualification or GCSEs x 2 at grade 3/D in MATHS or ENGLISH You will be asked to evidence your ability in this subject in the form of an audition Succ
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South Essex College of Further and Higher Education
Southend-On-Sea · 12 months
They ask for: Level 1 qualification or two GCSEs at grade 3/D in MATHS or ENGLISH You will be asked to evidence your ability in this subject in the form of an audition Succes
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Suffolk New College
Ipswich · 1 year
They ask for: Three GCSEs at Grade 3 including maths and/or English, or a Level 1 qualification plus maths and/or English at Level 1. As part of the entry requirements for th
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West Suffolk College
Bury St. Edmunds · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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North West11

Blackpool and The Fylde College
Blackpool · 1 year
They ask for: GCSE Grade 3 (or equivalent) in English and mathsPlusA successful discussion with a tutorThe ability to study independentlyA genuine interest in the subjectGood
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Bury College
Bury · 1 year
They ask for: For Level 2 Performing Arts: 4 GCSEs at grade 9-3. A degree of performance ability demonstrated in an audition.
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Kendal College
Kendal · 35 weeks
They ask for: - 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language & Maths. - A reference from your previous school or college. - A successful interview.
Their version£1,250
Kendal College
Kendal · 35 weeks
They ask for: - 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language & Maths. - A reference from your previous school or college. - A successful audition.
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Riverside College Halton
Widnes · 1 year
They ask for: A minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade 9 : 3 including a Grade 3 in English Language, a Grade 2 in Maths and ideally a performance based subject. You will need to succes
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Runshaw College
Leyland · 1 year
They ask for: Minimum of 4x Grade D/Level 3 including English and Maths. A successful audition.
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St Helens College
St. Helens · 400 hours
They ask for: Please check www.knowsleycollege.ac.uk
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St Helens College
St. Helens · 400 hours
They ask for: Please check www.sthelens.ac.uk/courses
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The City of Liverpool College
Liverpool · 1 year
They ask for: Please vist: https://www.liv-coll.ac.uk/courses/Performing-and-Production-Arts-Acting-Level-2-Diploma
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The Manchester College
Manchester · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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The Oldham College
Oldham · 588 hours
They ask for: Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade D/3 including mathsand English or a vocational qualification Level 1, plus GCSE grade D/3 in both maths and English. English & maths
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Yorkshire and The Humber10

Barnsley College
Barnsley · 1 year
They ask for: •Four GCSEs at grades 3/D including GCSE English and maths •An interest in theatre production •A successful audition
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Heart of Yorkshire Education Group
Wakefield · 1 year
They ask for: 3 GCSEs at Grade 9-3, including English or Maths. OR Level 1 Music, Performance & Production Arts. PLUS Satisfactory interview/audition.
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Hull College Group
Hull · 1 year
They ask for: 4 x GCSEs at grade 3(D) or above, or Level 1 Subject Qualification
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North Lindsey College / Doncaster College
Doncaster · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements.
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Rnn Group
Rotherham · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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Sheffield College, The
Sheffield · 1 year
They ask for: Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
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Tec Partnership
Grimsby · 298 days
They ask for: https://www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk/
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Tec Partnership
Grimsby · 298 days
They ask for: https://www.scarboroughtec.ac.uk/
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Tec Partnership
Grimsby · 298 days
They ask for: https://grimsby.ac.uk/courses/digital-and-creative-industries/
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York College
York · 1 year
They ask for: Please see the York College website for full details of this course: https://www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/
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South West9

City College Plymouth
42 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£999
Coastland College
Weymouth · 1 year
They ask for: A successful interview, plus: an audition, 4 GCSEs at minimum grade D including English Language and maths or equivalent demonstration of an interest in the Per
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Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 468 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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PETROC
Barnstaple · 36 weeks
They ask for: An interest in performing arts, theatre, music, dance or backstage production A willingness to take part in practical workshops, rehearsals and performances Ent
Their version£2,271
South Devon College
Paignton · 1 month
They ask for: You will need to have achieved a minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade 3(D) or above, Preferably you should have English and Maths GCSE ar grade 3(D). You may be required
Their version£2,262
South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
Stroud · 432 hours
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£1,530
The Bournemouth and Poole College
Poole · 1 year
They ask for: Students should have a minimum of 4 x GCSE’s at Grade 3 or above (including English and Maths at minimum of Grade 3). It is expected that all students will be a
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Truro and Penwith College
Truro · 1 year
They ask for: To study this course you will need three GCSEs at Grade 3 including English Language (or English Literature) and/or Maths.
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Wiltshire College and University Centre
Chippenham · 35 weeks
They ask for: Please visit our website for the most up to date information.
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West Midlands8

Birmingham Metropolitan College
Birmingham · 42 weeks
They ask for: You�ll need 4 GCSEs at grade D/3 or above and be able to demonstrate a performing arts skill in a short practical session at interview.
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City of Wolverhampton College
1 year
They ask for: To access this course you are required to: Have four or more GCSESs at Grade 4 or above Attend an interview with a member of the college's admissions team Atten
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Heart of Worcestershire College
Redditch · 1 year
They ask for: 4 GCSE's at Grade 3.
Their version£3,000
Hereford College of Arts
Hereford · 1 year
They ask for: -Minimum 4 GCSEs grade 9-2 (previously A*-F) (to ensure that you qualify it is also highly desirable that you achieve at least a grade 4/C or above in English o
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Hereward College of Further Education
Coventry · 2 years
They ask for: For Level 2 courses, students should hold Level 1 vocational qualifications plus Level 1 Functional Skills or GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English
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Solihull College and University Centre
Solihull · 1 year
They ask for: You will need to have a least one of the following: 2 GCSEs at grade D / grade 3 or above, including English Language or Level 1 qualification in a relevant voc
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South Staffordshire College
Penkridge · 35 weeks
They ask for: You will need 4 GCSE s at grade 2 or above and other relevant qualifications and experience will be taken into consideration. If you have not achieved your GCSE
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Warwickshire College
Royal Leamington Spa · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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East Midlands8

Chesterfield College
Chesterfield · 1 year
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above – must include English, Maths and a creative subject (extracurricular performing arts experience will be considered). You will also
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Lincoln College
Lincoln · 35 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Loughborough College
Loughborough · 1 year
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English. Applicants are also required to attend an audition.
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Northampton College
Northampton · 1 year
They ask for: Four GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above or a Level 1 qualification with English and maths at GCSE grades 1-3/G-D or Functional Skills Entry Level 3. You must attend th
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Northampton College
Northampton · 1 year
They ask for: Four GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above or a Level 1 qualification with English and maths at GCSE grades 1-3/G-D or Functional Skills Entry Level 3. You must attend th
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Northampton College
Northampton · 1 year
They ask for: Four GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above or a Level 1 qualification with English and maths at GCSE grades 1-3/G-D or Functional Skills Entry Level 3. You must attend th
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Northampton College
Northampton · 1 year
They ask for: Entry requirements for new students - Four GCSEs at Grade 3/D or above or a Level 1 qualification with English and maths at GCSE grades 1-3/G-D or Functional Sk
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Nottingham College
Nottingham · 1 year
They ask for: You'll need 4 GCSEs at grades 9-3 (A*-D), including English Language and Maths - one of English Language or Maths must be grade 9-4 (A*-C). Functional Skills Le
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London7

Barnet & Southgate College
Barnet · 36 weeks
They ask for: 4 GCSEs grade 8/9 - 3 (A*-D), preferably including English; a Functional Skills Level 1 in maths and/or English, or a Level 1 qualification in a related area; a
Their version£3,060
Capital City College Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 3 and above in English Language, or equivalent Functional SkillsA reference from your previous school/collegeAttend a workshop
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 34 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 34 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 34 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Morley College
London · 35 weeks
They ask for: Have minimum achievement 4 GCSEs grade 3 (D) or above or above, including English Language or equivalent Functional Skills Literacy qualification
Their version£1,695
United Colleges Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
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North East5

Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: 4 GCSE at grades A*-D or 9-3, including English Language or Level 1 vocational qualification and a Level 1 English qualification or relevant industry experience
Their version£9,000
Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: Evidence of previous experience or study in drama, dance or movement at an appropriate level - 4 GCSEs at Grade 2-3.
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Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: Please see our website for current details.
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Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: 4 GCSEs at Grade 3(D) and above, Including maths and english. Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time. An Audi
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The Northern School of Art
Hartlepool · 1 year
They ask for: 4 x GCSEs at 3/D
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