BTEC Dance and Performing Arts Course
At Adagio College of Performing Arts, our BTEC Dance and Performing Arts course is designed for students who want to combine their love of performance with a recognised qualification that opens doors to higher education and professional careers.
About the course
The course will allow you the opportunity to develop your skills and broaden your knowledge as a performer. Some of you will have lots of experience in performing and theatre work, others may not, the course will allow a range of learners the opportunity to achieve and succeed.
Our ACPA course should be considered if you are interested in any career in Performing Arts but is directly related to jobs such as a dancer (theatre, TV, music videos, film), Musical Theatre Performer, Singer, Actor, Choreographer, Teacher or Dance Therapist.
Our fully funded BTEC in Dance or Performing Arts will be delivered and funded in partnership with SCL Creative.
What you’ll achieve
By the end of the BTEC Dance & Performing Arts course at Adagio College, you’ll not only gain technical ability and confidence as a performer, but also a recognised qualification that opens doors to exciting future opportunities.
Professional Performance Skills
Graduate with strong training across multiple dance styles, acting, and musical theatre, ready for auditions and industry work.
Recognised Qualification
Receive a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 A Levels), respected by universities and conservatoires.
Career & Progression Opportunities
Be fully prepared for higher education, specialist training, or careers in performance, choreography, teaching, and arts management.
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The Studios
ACPA is based at The Studios, 661 Rayleigh Road, Hutton, Essex and classes take place there. The Studios boasts 5 studios in total, 4 studios all complete with dance flooring, full length mirrors and ballet barred and 1 pilates studio.
You can find out more information about the studios in the FAQs below.
Frequently asked questions
What are BTEC Qualifications?
BTECs are work-related qualifications suitable for a wide range of students, built to accommodate the needs of employers and allow progression to university. They are recognised by schools, colleges, universities, employers and professional bodies across the United Kingdom and in over 100 countries worldwide. They provide a practical, real-world approach to learning without sacrificing any of the essential subject theory. During the ACPA BTEC course you will have the opportunity to attend workshops lead by local dance artists, industry professionals and theatre companies as well as watching professional shows. This will give you a realistic experience of what it might be like to work in the Performing Arts industry.
Where will the course take me?
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: Dance qualification is recognised by colleges and universities and therefore allows progression via many pathways. There is potential for the qualification to prepare learners for appropriate direct employment in the vocational sector and it is suitable for those who have decided that they clearly wish to enter a specialist area of work. It is the equivalent to three A Levels. Some learners may wish to gain the qualification in order to enter a specialist area of employment or to progress to Performing Arts colleges, higher education foundation degree, HND or other professional development programmes.
Do I need previous dance or performing arts experience to apply?
We welcome students from a variety of backgrounds. Some arrive with years of dance training, while others may have only performed in school productions or taken a few classes. What matters most is your passion for performing and your commitment to training full time. Our audition process is designed to look at your potential and willingness to learn, rather than expecting perfection. If you show determination, musicality, and enthusiasm, we will provide the training you need to develop your skills and confidence.
What styles of dance will I learn?
The course is designed to give you strong technical training across a variety of dance styles. You will take regular classes in Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Tap, and Commercial dance, as well as opportunities to study choreography, improvisation, and performance techniques. Alongside dance, you’ll also explore acting and singing, developing into a versatile performer who is comfortable across multiple disciplines. This well-rounded training mirrors the demands of today’s performing arts industry, where employers are increasingly seeking adaptable artists with a wide skill set.
Where does the course take place?
ACPA is based at The Studios, 661 Rayleigh Road, Hutton, Essex and classes take place there.
The Studios are all equipped with Sonos sound system and each has a piano for singing, musical theatre and live music playing for ballet classes.
On entry to The Studios there is a fully working reception along with an onsight uniform shop. There is a student lounge, changing areas and all students have access to lockers. We have parking on site and a bus stop immediately outside and we situated between Shenfield and Billericay train stations.
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