BTEC Nationals Performing Arts (2016)
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First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2018
Performance tables (England): Applied General (2018, 2019, and 2020 results)
Intended as a basic introduction to the performing arts sector alongside other fields of study.
Supports progression to a wide range of higher education courses depending on other qualifications taken.
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First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2018
Performance tables (England): Applied General (2018, 2019, and 2020 results)
Broad introduction studied as part of a programme of study including other courses, e.g. BTEC Nationals or A levels.
Emphasis on core knowledge and skills transferable across other sectors supporting progression to a range of higher education courses.
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First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2018
Performance tables (England): Applied General (2018, 2019, and 2020 results)
Designed as a one-year, full-time course or a full two-year programme when studied alongside further Level 3 qualifications.
Supports further progression to higher education and employment, possibly in the performing arts sector.
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First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2018
Performance tables (England): Applied General (2018, 2019, and 2020 results)
Designed to be studied over two years alongside an additional Level 3 qualification.
Progression: higher education and employment, possibly in the performing arts sector.
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First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2018
Performance tables (England): Applied General (2018, 2019, and 2020 results)
Designed to be studied over two years as the substantial qualification in a study programme.
Supports progression to a range of sector-related degrees that can lead to employment, potentially in the performing arts sector.
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First teaching: September 2018
First external assessment: 2019
Performance Tables (England): not included in performance tables
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