Dance Level 3

UAL Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts

The course has a strong emphasis on practical dance techniques. You will participate in a variety of dance units covering techniques that will include Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Commercial, Ballet and Choreography. Much of the work undertaken will be continually assessed to monitor progress. The skills developed in the individual units will be brought together in performances including our annual dance evening.

It is suited to learners who are committed to going into the performing arts and who appreciate the need for both the practical and academic skills to survive the rigours of the performing arts industry.

 

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Dance Level 3
Qualification: UAL Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts
LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
DurationTwo years | Year 1: Diploma | Year 2: Extended Diploma
Study ModeFull-Time
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2026
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £7,395 (The fee covers the full two-year course)
Awarding/Validation BodyUniversity of the Arts London
What Will I Learn?

Extensive practical work is undertaken and is combined with relevant theory and academic inquiry. You will need to analyse practical work in written evaluations and to write essays on texts and practitioners as required. There are a variety of modes of delivery including workshops, lectures, performances, tutorials, seminars and traditional classroom activities. In addition to your main programme, you will also engage in activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.

You will complete the Dance Level 3 Diploma in your first year and continue to the Extended Diploma in your second year.

Course Content

Dance Level 3 may include:

  • Principles of performance
  • Engaging with an audience
  • Introduction to professional practice
  • Critical and contextual awareness
  • Production skills and context
  • Performance skills and context
  • Preparation for specialist study
  • Collaborative performance project
  • Developing performance and production skills
  • Preparing for progression
  • Exploration of specialist study and context
  • Extended project

 

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs (9-4) including English (Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent), or satisfactory results (Merit/Distinction) in a relevant Level 2 qualification, and an audition/interview.

Career Opportunities

The course prepares you for work in the performing arts industry. It might lead to work as a performer as well as jobs related to performance such as arts administration, teaching or choreography.

Learners have gone on to study at Bird College, Performers, Urdang, London Studio Centre, Rambert and Northern Contemporary Dance.

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