BTEC Performing Arts (Dance)
Examination board & syllabus: Edexcel – BTEC National Performing Arts (Dance)
Minimum Entry Requirements: GCSE Dance Grade C
Course Outline:
The BTEC Dance Award is aimed at students who are enthusiastic about dance and are committed to
developing their technical and creative skills. The course will give you the opportunity to study a range of
different dance styles including jazz, contemporary dance, physical theatre and social dance styles.
Throughout the course you will participate in a wide range of projects and performances which will help to
broaden your understanding of the world of dance and prepare you for full time dance training.
Year 1 Units - Certificate
Dance Performance
Dance Appreciation
Choreographing Dance
Year 2 Units - Subsidiary Diploma
Performing to an Audience
The Health Performer
Jazz Dance
Assessment:
Assessments will be based on coursework assignments and performances. Assignments range from
practical performances, presentations, workshop demonstrations, written analysis and logbooks. The
course is physically demanding therefore you must be committed to improving your fitness and
conditioning levels.
If you successfully complete the course you are awarded a BTEC National Award in Performing Arts:
Dance. This is the equivalent of one A Level.
Equipment required:
Suitable dance clothing e.g. leggings, leotard, t-shirt, Jazz shoes, ballet shoes.
Independent Study Tips:
Attend dance classes outside of school to develop dance technique and choreographic skills. Visit the
theatre to watch dance works in a range of genres to increase dance appreciation.
Higher Education Progression:
Essential for Dance/Performing Arts degrees
Career Opportunities:
The course can lead to a wide range of careers and higher education opportunities. Careers linked with
this subject include: Teaching, Performing, Choreographing, Community Work, Dance Analysis. Past
Dance Students from Boston Spa School have gone on to: study Dance at university, formed their own
dance companies, careers in teaching and performing.
Useful Websites:
www.worldwidedanceuk.com