Performance

This full-time professional diploma at Level 4 is aimed at ambitious performers. It sharpens existing abilities and readies students for further specialist training or a career in performance. Sessions include masterclasses with professionals, group projects and creative work that rewards experimentation and artistic growth. Across the year, the emphasis shifts from broad training to focused, professional-standard practice. Assessment reflects higher education and professional expectations, combining practical work such as rehearsals, workshops, devised work and performances with academic tasks like reflective journals, research portfolios and presentations. The course also helps learners strengthen their portfolio, which is useful when applying for further training or work. Learners also build the professional habits valued across the performing arts industry. Graduates can progress to higher education or employment.