Dance Level 3

Dance Level 3 | UAL Diploma / 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 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 2025
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £7,395 (The fee covers the full two-year course)
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 Diploma/Extended Diploma units include:

Unit 1 Principles of performance

Unit 2 Engaging with an audience

Unit 3 Introduction to professional practice

Unit 4 Critical and contextual awareness

Unit 5 Production skills and context

Unit 6 Performance skills and context

Unit 7 Preparation for specialist study

Unit 8 Collaborative performance project

Unit 9 Developing performance and production skills

Unit 10 Preparing for progression

Unit 11 Exploration of specialist study and context

Unit 12 Extended project

 

Entry Requirements

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

What Can I Do Next?

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.

Course Progression

The course prepares you for entry to higher education courses in dance or musical theatre.

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

I absolutely loved every minute of my time at Colchester Institute. The quality of training that I received was top tier and it’s definitely been a big stepping stone to getting me where I am today! I couldn’t recommend this college enough.
Ilana Richardson

Ilana Richardson - Dreamgirls

Ilana Richardson completed the Level 3 Dance with us, before going on to study at Performers, an independent college for the Performing Arts offering industry-leading higher education courses.

After graduating in 2020, Ilana then made her professional debut as part of the Dreamgirls UK tour in 2022.

Set in the 1960s, Dreamgirls follows the story of a young female singing trio – Effie, Lorrell and Deena – called “The Dreams”, who become music superstars.

Having just finished the tour, Ilana is now jetting off to Sydney to become part of the original cast of Tina The Musical AU, where she will be working as Assistant Dance Captain and Swing.

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