Performing Arts
Qualification
Level 1/2 Vocational Award
Examination Board
WJEC
What will I study?
The qualification is made up of 3 units.
Unit1: Performing (30% of overall qualification)
You will learn the skills and techniques needed to produce a successful performance of an existing work, such as a piece of music or an extract from a play or show. This unit can be completed through any of the following disciplines:
- Drama
- Music
- Music Technology
- Musical Theatre (which may incorporate dance).
Unit 2: Creating (30% of overall qualification)
You will learn how to create and refine your own original work in performing arts, such as choreography, designing costumes or composing music.
- Devised Drama
- Choreography
- Composition
- Composition using technology
- Costume design
- Lighting design
- Make-up and hair design
- Set design
- Sound design
Unit 3: Performing Arts in Practice (40% of overall qualification)
You will learn about areas of the performing arts industry that need to be considered when responding to a commission, and will consider these when coming up with and pitching your own idea.
How will I be assessed?
For Units 1 and 2 you will undertake projects (not exams) in response to briefs. The project for each Unit will take 10 hours and be worth 30% of your qualification. For each one you will be given a scenario and will need to undertake a number of tasks.
In Unit 3 you will undertake another project (no exam) in response to a brief, which will take 20 hours and be worth 40% of your qualification. You will be given a scenario and will need to undertake a number of tasks.
What skills will I develope?
You will develop a range of skills which are attractive to employers, colleges and universities including:
- Communication
- Confidence
- Learning independently
- Organisation
- Problem solving
- Research
- Self-discipline
- Stamina
- Taking on responsibility
- Time management
Careers with performing arts
The performing arts industry offers you a wide range of exciting opportunities which includes:
- Actor
- Arts administrator
- Community arts worker
- Choreographer
- Composer
- Dancer
- Designer
- Director
- Drama/Music therapist
- Front of house manager
- Lighting/Sound technician
- Musical theatre performer
- Musician
- Stage manager
- Teacher
For further information, please contact Miss Owen.
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