KJS Sixth Form Prospectus 2027-28

Per forming Ar ts - BTEC Extended Cer tificate What’s it all about? The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts is an exciting, practical course equivalent to one A Level. Students develop their performance, rehearsal and creative skills through workshops, performances and projectwork. Ideal for anyone with a passion for theatre and performance, the course encourages creativity, confidence, collaboration and professionalism while providing a strong foundation for higher education and careers within the creative industries, amongst others. We have a dedicated and experienced team of staff who will push you to develop your skills as an actor, director and designer to the best of your ability. You will interact creatively and collaboratively and professionally with like minded students. “All the best performers bring to their role something more, something different than what the author put on paper. That’s what makes theatre live. That’s why it persists.” S Sondheim To get started: A grade 4 (Drama GCSE) or L2 Pass (BTEC PA) is desirable for you to fully access the course. You need to be passionate about performance and have a good knowledge of theatre and acting to fully engage with this rigourous and enjoyable course as it requires a considerable commitment in terms of time and energy. You need to possess a great deal of enthusiasm and commitment to succeed on this course, combined with a willingness to develop as a performer across a range of practical skills in the disciplines of acting, singing and dancing, together with the motivation to meet regular coursework deadlines. What next? In an increasingly creative and collaborative world, Performing Arts provides students with skills that extend far beyond the stage. The course nurtures confidence, resilience, communication, leadership and problem-solving, equipping students for success in higher education and a wide range of careers. Whether pursuing the arts, media, teaching, business, events management or many other professions, students gain transferable skills that support both personal and professional development. Exam and Assessment Information: BTEC Extended Certificate in Performing Arts In Year One you will study: Unit 2: Developing Skills & Techniques in the Performing Arts Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop In Year Two you will study: Unit 1: Investigating Practitioner’s Work Unit 19: Applying Acting Styles. Our students say … “Performing Arts has helped me not only grow as a performer, but it has also helped me understand who I am as a person and the art I want to create. Taking PA at A Level really helped me understand the power of my voice, giving me new and exciting opportunities to explore and express my creativity as a practitioner and performer. PA is all about working with others, taking risks and, most importantly, having fun! I would 1000% recommend it to anyone who is considering taking the course at A Level.” Entry Requirements Five GCSEs at Grade 4 and above including English and Maths AND Grade 4 in GCSE Drama or L2 Pass in BTEC Performing Arts 39