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Some people are born to own the stage. Some are curious about what happens behind it.
Does this sound like you?
Maybe you think a career in the performance and production industry is out of reach.
But don't worry.
This Level 3 course gives you real performance experience at Bath Theatre Academy.
And you'll work with some of the best creative pros in the South West.
Whether you want to be in the spotlight or work behind-the-scenes, this course helps you get there.
Why should you study this course?
You need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English.
You'll also attend an interview with our tutors and take part in a workshop audition and perform a monologue to see if the course is right for you.
If you don't achieve the grades you need, our tutors recommend starting with Performing and Production Arts Level 2 or ELEVATE Creative & Performance Level 1.
Just like performance and production jobs, this course is highly practical.
Every day is different.
One day you might practice improvisation or voice projection with professionals, then use their feedback to improve.
The next, you might rehearse for your first live performance or work on your audition technique.
You'll work with professional technicians, directors, choreographers, and set designers throughout the course.
In the classroom, your tutor will support you through theatre studies and theory, usually in one-to-one or small group discussions.
But learning about performance doesn't stop in the classroom
Throughout the year, you'll see around 20 plays in Bath,Bristol, and beyond to watch professional theatres in action and take notes for your own work.
Plus, you get a professional headshot to add to your portfolio.
Your work is assessed through practical projects and coursework, so you won't have to write any essays.
Instead, tutors will assess your practical work and coursework throughout the year.
For example, you might write, produce, and perform your own original work to an audience.
Your tutor will support you with research and assessments every step of the way.
After this course, you could progress to drama school for intensive training and development.
You could also progress to university to study drama or performing arts.
Or, if you want to act on screen, you could go to film school to learn the art of screen acting.
A studio fee of 95 pounds will be requested from students at the start of each academic year as a contribution towards the cost of course resources, theatre trips, and a professional headshot at the start of second year. In an average year, our students watch 20 plays in Bath, Bristol and beyond. We subsidise the cost of the tickets, so the studio fee payment covers the total cost of trips for the year. (Bursary support is available to help cover the studio fee).
You will have the opportunity to learn about what it takes to be an actor and theatre maker, covering key aspects of collaboration such as teamwork and communication. You will explore a variety of different performance styles and how to use research and reflection to improve your work. Throughout the year you will work as a performance company working in the three areas to develop live and recorded performance work. As well as solo and group performance material, you will learn about key aspects of the industry including design, voice and movement, technical theatre, acting for screen, stage management and more. As you progress through the course, you will be get an opportunity to specialise in a chosen field while receiving industry level training to prepare you for your next steps.
Those who successfully complete their programme will achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts - the equivalent of three A Levels.
You need to pay £90 at the start of each academic year. This will cover theatre trips and a professional headshot in your second year.
If you need help with course fees, travel to and from college, or free college meals, please email studentfunding@bathcollege.ac.uk for more information.
The City Centre Campus also offers the following support:
And if something affects your time at college, our Welfare team can help you with:
Please email safe@bathcollege.ac.uk to book a confidential one-to-one chat with a Welfare Officer.