specialist pathways include musical theatre, dance and acting

 Our leading level 3 courses give you the opportunity to train in a vocational, drama school environment whilst studying for a government-funded*, recognised qualification.

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We're proud to be the premier provider of full-time musical theatre and dance training in the area, every year attracting applicants from all over the UK.

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Our Level 3 Extended Diploma course is fully-funded. It is equivalent to 3 A levels and carries UCAS points on completion. You will study a range of units relevant to your chosen pathway including ballet, jazz dance, acting, singing and musical theatre.

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The course is delivered through a mixture of practical group workshops, theory based sessions and both group and individual tutorials. Our students are closely monitored throughout their course and are supported by outstanding pastoral care.

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Throughout the course you will work hard developing core skills in order to progress to vocational training at a professional level. The course focuses on practical, technical and theoretical training.

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Upon successful completion of the Level 3 course, students may choose to audition for vocational drama school courses or progress to higher education / degree courses.

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Why study at The Big Act?

There are several differences between our courses and Level 3 courses offered at more traditional educational establishments - teaching faculty, vocational focus, industry exposure, opportunities etc.

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Application Procedure

Entry is strictly by audition only. There is no audition fee. Applications should be made online. We are happy to arrange online auditions for overseas applicants only.

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*Funding

Our level 3 courses attract 'normal' government funding in exactly the same way as attending your local college to study any subject at A-level / BTEC or an equivalent full-time level 3 qualification. Funding is dependant upon the student achieving a minimum grade 4 in English and Maths.