Level 3 Training

BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts

The BTEC Extended Diploma in Performing Arts is a two year full time course, nationally recognised as an equivalent to three A-levels (Level 3).

Over the course of two years you will have the opportunity to explore music, dance, drama and musical theatre through a series of units and gain practical experience of inclusive theatre practice. Highly commended by external examiners for its quality, inclusivity and imaginative provision, this course will equip you with a sound grounding in all of the disciplines that make up the performing arts.

Entry requirements

We believe that everyone should be able to access further education so while most courses require 4 GCSEs at grade C or equivalent, Chickenshed will evaluate applicants on their experience, enthusiasm, potential, ability to commit to the course and succeed within this environment.

Students for this full time course are expected to attend approximately 16 hours of lessons at Chickenshed per week over 3 to 4 days.

Chickenshed delivers this course as a franchise partner of The College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London (CoHENEL).

Level 3 Students in Performance

Student Finance

There are no tuition fees for students under the age of 19 in September of the year they wish to begin the Extended Diploma.

We are currently awaiting confirmation on Government and further education funding agencies to determine whether there will be any funding for students aged 19 – 23 years.

Applications

Applications for 2018/19 are open. Sign up to an open day.

Download Application Form

BTEC Level 3 Course Booklet

BTEC Level 3 FAQs

If you have any questions please contact us.

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Community Choir

The Chickenshed Community Choir is a uniquely inclusive environment to develop your singing skills as part of an ensemble through a fantastic series of vocal sessions.
Student Open Evening - Oct 2018

An opportunity to meet staff, participate in a workshop and get a feel for what being a student here will be like. 16:45 - 21:15
Watch This Space

A series of theatre workshops designed to bring people together for creativity, friendship and fun.
One Year on from Grenfell

One year on from the tragedy at Grenfell Tower we continue to run weekly children's theatre workshops at Oxford Gardens, specifically targeting those directly affected by the fire and the community in the surrounding area.

Student Open Evening - Oct 2018

An opportunity to meet staff, participate in a workshop and get a feel for what being a student here will be like. 16:45 - 21:15
BTEC End of Year Show - Time Anchor Hope

Come and see our BTEC students in action. Expect to be moved, entertained and inspired.
Summer Shed

As the Summer Holidays begin and the children are full of excitement and hope for the weeks ahead, get them along to Chickenshed for lots of drama, dance, story-making, music and fun. For ages 5-11 years.
ShedHelsinki Dreams

ShedHelsinki Dreams by Dave Carey, Senior Producer at Chickenshed.
Student Finance
Books & Programmes
Chickenshed's Youth Theatre present Minds Think Alike
Volunteers Summer Celebration 2017

Over 60 Volunteers attended the Volunteers Summer Celebration on Monday, 3 July – a relaxed and informal social evening with Sangria, Strawberries & Cream and Will’s yummy chocolate brownies.
BA (Hons) Top Up

The Top-Up Year Programme ‘Inclusive Theatre - From Performance to Project' builds on achievements and learning outcomes from previous study at Degree level, allowing students to achieve a full BA (Hons) in Inclusive Performance.
Study at Chickenshed

For the past 40 years we have been leading the way in inclusive performance and our students are right at the heart of our work. Find out what makes our students and learning environment so unique.