BTEC

Higher National

Diploma

IN PERFORMING ARTS (MUSICAL THEATRE) LEVEL 4+5

The Higher National Diploma in Musical theatre at Addict Dance Academy is designed to equip students for work in Musical Theatre. Each week, students will undertake vocational, practical classes in Acting, Dance and Singing all lead by experienced practitioners in their field, many still working in the industry today.  
 
The HND underpins all of the exceptional vocational practical work with tailored and focused lectures covering a range of topics relevant to a dancer in training.  
 
Whilst on the course you will study units covering Acting, Dance and Musical Theatre.

On the course you will study subjects including Acting, Singing, Jazz, Commercial, Tap, Ballet, Creative Arts Practice, Working in the Performing Arts Industry, Dance for Musical Theatre.

Course Price

£7500

Additional Costs

Uniform Fee: £200
Enrichment Fee: £250 per year

Funding

This course is fully funded by Student Finance England and a discretionary maintenance loan can be applied for to support living expenses. For more information about fees, funding and the bursaries available for students visit  https://ucp.ac.uk/supporting-you/policies/

Entry Requirements

80 UCAS POINTS
Prior knowledge & skill in Performing Arts
If your application is approved you will be invited to an audition which will include a commercial, jazz and ballet class, and a one to one interview.
If you wish to prepare a song then this is optional, not compulsory.

If your application is approved you will be invited to an audition which will include a commercial, jazz and ballet class, and a one to one interview.
If you wish to prepare a song then this is optional, not compulsory.

If English is not your first language you will require a recognised Level 2 English language qualification or an IELTS score of 6.0 (with 5.5 minimum in each skill) or an equivalent English Language qualification.

In some circumstances, Addict Dance Academy, in conjunction with our partners will allow for Exceptional Admissions. If you think you qualify for this, please contact us for more details and to discuss your options.

Assessment Models

Assessments will be conducted through real life experiences with professional choreographers and employers as well as performances, workshops, mixed media, portfolios, presentations and reflective writing.

Progression Route

On completion of the course, you could progress onto a third year of a BA Hons course at the discretion of the University you apply to or enter the industry as a professional dancer, dance teacher, fitness instructor or a community dance practitioner or an events manager. We have graduates who have successfully gained employment with Rita Ora, Nicki Minaj, Black Eyed Peas, Camila Cabello, Dubai Entertainments, as a Professional Singer in LA, Thriller Live, Stefflon Don, Jack and Jack, Wand many more. See alumni.
This course is fully funded by Student Finance England and a discretionary maintenance loan can be applied for to support living expenses.

The course is Validated by Pearson Edexcel