Full time Dance Training

Designed for ambitious and experienced performers aged 16+

Our Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative and Performing Arts (Dance Strand) is a specialised, two-year programme designed for passionate dancers aiming to build a successful career in the performing arts. Equivalent to three A Levels, this course focuses entirely on developing your skills in various dance styles, from classical techniques to contemporary forms, preparing you for further education or a professional career in dance.

Course Highlights:

  • Extensive Training: Engage in a comprehensive learning experience dedicated to refining your skills in key areas such as jazz, ballet, tap, and commercial. Receive 600+ hours of world-class training each year, with tuition completely free if you are aged 16-18.

  • Two-Year Structured Learning: Our curriculum is tailored to foster your growth through progressive challenges and achievements, ensuring you build a solid foundation in all aspects of dance, and more broadly, musical theatre.

  • Performance Opportunities: Develop your stage presence and confidence with performance opportunities throughout the course, allowing you to apply what you’ve learned in real-world settings.

  • Expert Guidance and Mentorship: Learn from the best with dedicated instruction from our highly experienced faculty, including West End choreographers, real producers, directors.

Aim for the Stars:

Our primary objective is to prepare you for prestigious further education in drama schools and beyond. We pride ourselves on being a crucial stepping stone towards higher education, with many of our graduates successfully gaining places at top-tier institutions. Graduates of our programme have successfully gained placements at industry-leading higher education institutions such as:

  • Laines

  • Birds

  • Urdang

  • Wilkes

  • Arts Ed

Qualifications – What will I learn?

The Level 3 Extended Diploma includes key core units essential for a comprehensive understanding and mastery of the performing arts:

Core Units:

  • Performance Preparation (CAPA 304): Equip yourself with the necessary skills and techniques to prepare for professional performances.

  • Final Production (CAPA 305): Apply your skills in a culminating project that showcases your growth and talents.

  • Planning for a Career in the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA 306): Strategise and plan your future in the performing arts industry, focusing on career goals and opportunities.

Flexible and Dynamic Learning:

Our course is uniquely designed to adapt to the ever-changing dynamics of the performing arts industry. Optional units are offered each term that reflect the latest industry trends and staff expertise, allowing you to tailor your education to your interests and the demands of the field. Optional units studied in previous years include:

  • Jazz for musical theatre

  • Choreography

  • Social Dance

  • Dance Technique

  • Dance and Fitness

  • Audition Technique

Impressive Track Record:

In 2024, 100% of our students passed and achieved a merit or above, with 48% achieving a Distinction or Distinction*. A Distinction* at the end of this course is equivalent to three A*s at A Level, making it a highly respected qualification among universities and employers.

The Timetable:

Our main College timetable runs Tuesday-Friday, 10:00am - 6:00pm.

In addition, students may be required to attend additional show rehearsals and technical rehearsals.

Entry Requirements:

Applicants are expected to have a strong passion for the performing arts and must demonstrate potential through an audition process.

It is requirement that students achieve 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, which must include Maths and English. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate GCSE resit candidates. All offers are conditional until GCSE results day and confirmation of grades achieved.

 More Information

  • In addition to your main course, you can engage in enrichment training and join competitive teams like the Hip Hop Competition Team or Artemis Singers. These activities offer further opportunities for public performances, competitions, and networking with industry professionals.

  • We provide numerous opportunities to engage with industry professionals through workshops and guest lectures. Our students have had the chance to learn from West End producers like Paul Taylor Mills, and principle cast members from productions such as Hamilton, SIX, 42nd Street, and more. These interactions are crucial for networking and gaining insights into the professional world of creative and performing arts.

  • At Artemis, we pride ourselves on offering support to all our students throughout their programme. We are committed to inclusivity and provide tailored support for students with specific learning difficulties, autism spectrum disorders, and other needs. If you currently have a valid Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP) or a Learning Difficulty Assessment (LDA), you may be entitled to additional support to ensure you achieve your best.

  • Each term, you will watch a show in either a local or West End theatre, and have the chance to meet the creative people involved - either for question and answer sessions, or full workshops. We also invite well known creative practitioners for hands-on workshops so you can network and gain feedback.

  • As well as your main course and enrichment - learners undertake work experience (the number of hours depends on your course level). This will be on and off stage, at real events. It can include paid work for promotional and performance work - and we have several creative partners who will provide you with opportunities (such as The Arts Centre Hounslow, Omni Theatre, The Windsor Globe, South Hill Park).

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