BTEC Dance

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Subject Leader: Miss H Page – hpage@knoleacademy.org

Exam Board: Pearson

Entry Requirements

Minimum of 5 9-4 grades in GCSE examinations, including English and Maths.

Intent

The Extended Certificate is for learners who are interested in learning about the performing arts sector alongside other fields of study, to progress to a wide range of higher education courses in dance or other subjects.

Implementation

The BTEC has a learner-centred approach to the curriculum and focuses on the holistic development of the practical, interpersonal, and thinking skills required to be able to succeed in employment and higher education. There is a strong focus on live performance and choreography skills.

Impact

The course is equivalent to 1 A-level and provides learners with the opportunity to develop all-around dance performance skills and transferable skills such as self-confidence, self-presentation, personal discipline, and organisational skills, which are highly regarded by higher education and employers.

Examination Information

Exam Board: Pearson

Qualification: BTEC National Extended Certificate in Performance (Dance)

The course is assessed through internal and external assessments during a set assessment window. Students must participate in assessments in the dance studio and as a live performance on stage. Final grades awarded will be Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction*.

Unit 1: Investigating Practitioners’ Work

Unit 2: Developing skills and techniques for live performance

Unit 3: Group performance workshop

Unit 4: Contemporary Dance Technique or Improvisation (cohort dependent)

Dance Future Paths

Dancer, Choreographer, Dance teacher, Yoga or Pilates instructor, Personal trainer, Dance movement psychotherapist, Owner and management of a dance school, Costume or clothing designer, Community Arts Worker, Arts Administrator, Marketing for dancers, Event Manager, Talent agent and more.

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