YOUR STAGE.
YOUR FUTURE.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts.
Discover your potential through practical, creative and challenging performing arts education in Pembrokeshire.
Register Your InterestMore than a qualification.
At Vision Education Foundation, we believe performing arts education should inspire, challenge and empower young people.
Our BTEC Performing Arts programme provides a supportive environment where students can develop their abilities as performers, collaborate with others and build the confidence, discipline and creativity needed for their next steps.
Two pathways. Your ambitions.
Acting
For young performers who want to explore the craft of acting and develop their abilities across different performance styles.
- Character development
- Text and script analysis
- Improvisation
- Acting techniques
- Ensemble performance
- Devising original work
- Rehearsal and performance practice
Musical Theatre
For students passionate about combining singing, acting and movement to tell compelling stories through performance.
- Vocal technique and development
- Acting through song
- Musical theatre repertoire
- Dance and movement
- Characterisation
- Ensemble singing
- Musical theatre performance practice
Learn by doing.
Our approach places practical exploration, rehearsal, collaboration and performance at the heart of the learning experience.
Practical Development
Build your performance skills through workshops, rehearsals, exercises and creative projects.
Creative Collaboration
Work alongside other performers, learning how to contribute to a creative ensemble.
Performance Projects
Develop work towards assessments and performance opportunities.
Professional Practice
Develop discipline, preparation, reflection and an understanding of the performing arts industry.
How the programme works.
Practical Learning
Our BTEC Performing Arts programme combines practical workshops, creative exploration, rehearsals and performance projects.
Students develop their skills in a supportive and challenging environment, with a strong emphasis on creativity, collaboration and professional practice.
Assessment
Students develop their work through practical assignments, rehearsal, research, reflection and performance.
Assessment requirements follow the relevant Pearson qualification specification.
Where could it take you?
The programme is designed to help students build a foundation for their next steps. Depending on individual achievement and entry requirements, progression could include:
Drama School
Explore further specialist training in acting or musical theatre.
University
Progress towards related higher education qualifications.
Creative Industries
Develop skills relevant to the wider performing arts sector.
Personal Development
Build communication, confidence, creative thinking and teamwork.
Your journey starts here.
Interested in studying Acting or Musical Theatre with Vision Education Foundation in 2027?
Register your interest and our education team will be in touch to discuss the programme and next steps.
Register for 2027Registering interest does not guarantee a place. Entry requirements, availability, fees and the 2027 timetable will be confirmed directly.