Course description
Performing Arts HNC Level 4 (Part-Time)
The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Performing Arts offers students a broad introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, while allowing for the acquisition of skills and experience . Students will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in research, self-study, directed study and workplace scenarios.
Pearson BTEC Higher National qualifications in Performing Arts (Performance) offer:
- A stimulating and challenging programme of study that will be both engaging and memorable for students.
- The essential subject knowledge that students need to progress successfully into further study or the world of work.
- A simplified structure: students undertake a substantial core of learning in the Higher National Certificate and can build on this in the Higher National Diploma, with optional units linked to their specialist area of study.
- Refreshed content that is closely aligned with Professional Bodies, employers and higher education needs.
- Assessments that consider cognitive skills (what students know) along with effective and applied skills (respectively how they behave and what they can do).
- A varied approach to assessment that supports progression to Level 5 and also allows centres to offer assessment relevant to the local economy, thereby accommodating and enhancing different learning styles.
- Quality assurance measures to ensure that all stakeholders (e.g. professional bodies, universities, businesses, colleges and students) can feel confident in the integrity and value of the qualifications.
- A qualification designed to meet the needs and expectations of students aspiring to work in an international creative environment.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
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Training Course Content
Semester 1
- Unit 20: Creative Arts Research Skills (20 credits)
- Unit 14: Contemporary Dance Techniques (15 credits)
- Unit 4: Classical Ballet Background and Technique (15 credits)
Semester 2
- Unit 19: Creative Arts Professional Practice (15 credits)
- Unit 59: Singing for Musical Theatre (15 credits)
- Unit 21: Dance and Health (15 credits)
- Unit 25: Dance for Musical Theatre (15 credits)
- Unit 34: Jazz Dance Technique and Performance (15 credits)
- Unit 4: Classical Ballet Background and Technique (15 credits)
Why choose Kirklees College
98% pass rate for full time students
25% of HE students graduate with firsts
1,000+ dedicated and experience staff members
Expenses
Full-time £6950
Part-time £3475
Continuing Studies
On successful completion of the HNC, there is also the option of continuing your studies for a further year (full-time students) to achieve a level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND).
On successful completion of the Level 4 Higher National Certificate , students can develop their careers in the performance sector through:
- Entering employment
- Continuing existing employment
- Linking with the appropriate Professional Body
- Committing to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Progressing to university
Students should always check the entry requirements for degree programmes at specific Higher Education providers.
Careers
After completing a BTEC Higher National Certificate or Diploma, students can also progress directly into employment. The skills offered as part of the Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate can provide graduates with the opportunity to work in many different areas of the creative sector.
Below are some examples of job roles each qualification could lead to:
- Dancer
- Music therapist