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Performing Arts Level 2

UAL Level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts

The one-year Level 2 in Performing Arts is a fantastic introduction to a range of performing arts and employability skills, all while you improve you gain a valuable Level 2 qualification worth 4 GCSEs. It has been designed with both education and vocation in mind and as such will develop practical skills and understanding of the performing arts for your future career alongside enabling access to higher study. You will study Acting, Dance and Musical Theatre alongside GCSE English and Maths resits if required.

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Performing Arts Level 2
Qualification: UAL Level 2 Diploma in Performing and Production Arts
LevelLevel 2
LocationColchester
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2027
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £2,011
Awarding/Validation BodyUniversity of the Arts London (UAL) Awarding Body
What Will I Learn?

This course is for those who wish to have a broad introduction to the performing arts. It is for students who enjoy the discipline of group work as well as developing personal skills. Performing Arts students contribute to College life in a variety of ways and take part in performances throughout the year. The course will allow you to build your skills and determine which aspect of the performing arts you wish to study at Level 3.

In addition to your main programme, you will engage in activities to develop your English, Maths and employability skills. This course does not offer Function Skills English or Maths as part of our programme of study.

Course Content

Performing Arts Level 2 may include:

  • Acting Skills
  • Musical Theatre Skills
  • Dance Skills
  • Singing
  • Physical Theatre
  • Performances
  • Contextual Studies
  • Professional Practice
Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs (9-3) including English and Maths (or Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent) or satisfactory results in a relevant Level 1 qualification (Merit/Distinction), and an audition/interview.

Facilities
  • 3 Large mirrored dance studios with sprung flooring and ballet barres
  • 2 Live Performance Spaces
  • Singing/drama studio
  • TV studio
  • Practice rooms
  • Changing rooms
  • Live recording studio
  • IT facilities
  • Access to the college gym
Course Progression

Successful students could progress onto the Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting, Dance, or Musical Theatre) upon achieving a Merit at the end of the course.

Career Opportunities

The entertainment industry is one of the country’s major employers and opportunities for work extend much further than simply performing. A career in the performing arts might focus on education work (teaching), arts administration or management (arts centres or theatre companies). Successful students could progress onto the Diploma in Performing Arts (Acting, Dance, or Musical Theatre).

Audition Guidance

Your audition will include the following activities, so you must come prepared:

  • Group acting activity
  • Group dance activity
  • Solo performance
  • An interview with a member of the Performing Arts team

What to Prepare?

As part of your audition, you will take part in a variety of activities, including acting and dance before then performing your solo piece. You are expected to prepare one of the following pieces to perform at your audition:

  • A dance solo
    • this piece must be between 1 – 1 ½ minutes, in one of the following styles – jazz, contemporary, ballet, tap, or musical theatre style. Please provide the music for your solo either via your phone (bring an adapter if needed) or it can be played on YouTube in the studio.
    • You will be expected to attend in appropriate dance wear and shoes (leotard and tights/leggings or dance trousers and a t-shirt). 
  • A singing solo
    • Please prepare 1 song from a musical theatre show of your choice. You must provide the music for your solo either via your phone (bring an adapter if needed) or it can be played on YouTube in the studio.
    • You will be expected to attend in appropriate dance wear and shoes (leotard and tights/leggings or dance trousers and a t-shirt). 
  • A monologue
    • Your monologue must be a contemporary piece from the last 50 years, and must have been performing in a professional theatre. Please ensure your monologue is no longer than 2 minutes.
    • You will be expected to attend in appropriate dance active/sports wear and shoes (leotard and tights/leggings or dance trousers and a t-shirt or jogging bottoms/shorts). 

Please bring the following items:

  • A piece of written work (approximately one side of A4) so that we can check your level of English.

Fees and Finance

Students’ college education is funded for three academic years after leaving secondary school in year 11. Please click the button below which will apply to your age on the 31st August 2027 in order to find out more information about fees and finance relating to your course.

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Disclaimer

All fees, prices and funding information shown on this page are for courses starting in the 2026-27 academic year unless stated otherwise, and are correct at the time of entering/printing information, however these may be subject to change due to factors outside of our control. The College cannot accept legal or financial liability as a result of any such changes.

Courses fees are generally not confirmed for September until June / July due to the above factors.

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The College reserves the right to update and amend information as and when necessary. Colchester Institute will do its best to provide the courses shown, but may have to modify or withdraw a course depending on customer demand and other factors.

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