Performing and Production Arts
3 Years • Level 3 & 4
Accredited by UAL Awarding Body
Pathway Overview
This intensive pathway is designed for students ready to progress directly into Level 3 & 4 vocational training, without a Foundation stage.
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Ideal for students aged 16+ who are ready to commit to intensive vocational training and who have some prior experience or qualifications in performing arts, such as Level 3 diplomas or equivalent study.
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Intensive, vocational training in:
Acting
Singing
Ballet
Jazz
Tap
Hip Hop
Commercial
Musical Theatre
Pas de Deux
and essential performance skills.
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Technical & Creative Development – Level 3
Students complete the UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts, developing the skills, knowledge and understanding required for progression into higher education or employment.
Professional Practice & Artistic Identity – Level 4
Students complete the UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Performance, refining practical skills, defining artistic identity and working within professional contexts to support progression into higher-level training or the creative industries.
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Level 3 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts
Unit 1: Principles of performance
Unit 2: Engaging with an audience
Unit 3: Introduction to professional practice
Unit 4: Critical and contextual awareness
Unit 5: Production skills and context
Unit 6: Performance skills and context
Unit 7: Preparation for specialist study
Unit 8: Collaborative performance project
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts
Unit 9: Developing performance and production skills
Unit 10: Preparing for progression
Unit 11: Exploration of specialist study and context
Unit 12: Extended project
Level 4 Professional Diploma in Performance
Unit 1: Applied Professional Practice
Unit 2: Specialist Performance Practice
Unit 3: Specialist Performance Project
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Students benefit from:
Performance opportunities and showcases
Industry masterclasses and guest artists
Career mentoring and professional guidance
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Graduates progress into:
Higher-level vocational training or conservatoires
Performance careers in theatre, dance, musical theatre, and live performance
Creative industries roles requiring technical and professional expertise
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Training Fees
Our training fees for our full-time courses are priced at £7,500/per year. When accepting an offer to Platinum Academy, we will also require a non-refundable payment of £270 to cover the Qualification Cost - this also secures your place.
Funding and scholarships
Platinum Academy is an independent performing arts academy and recognise the lack of funding options available. We aim to bring together performers of all backgrounds, despite their financial circumstances. Scholarships awards are limited and are offered at the discretion of the audition panel and Senior Leadership Team. Scholarship awards can also vary in value.
If you have concerns over fees and funding, please email admin@platinumacademy.co.uk so that we can investigate ways of supporting you.
Explore our other Training Pathways
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Performing and Production Arts + Industry Training
4 Years • Level 3 & 4 • UAL Awarding Body
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Professional Diploma in Performance
2 Years • Level 4 • UAL Awarding Body
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Professional Diploma in Performance (Level 6)
2 Years • Level 6 • Accredited by RSL
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Education and Teacher Training
2 Years • Level 3 or 4 • Accredited by TQUK
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Professional Diploma in Teaching
2 Years • Level 6 • Accredited by RSL