This study programme is the Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Performing
and Production Arts and is designed to for those who wish to pursue a career in
dance and study in a vibrant and professional environment. All Mechanics’
Performing Arts courses have been created for any young person who is excited
about developing a career in the creative industries
The course provides an opportunity for those who have an interest in the
performing arts to explore, develop and test their creativity within a
qualification structure which is stimulating, demanding and provides a
supportive transition from general to more specialised study.
This specialist qualification will enable you to apply for dance and
performing arts degree programmes or audition directly for advanced training in
the dance industry to specialist schools. Past students have progressed to a
range of universities and colleges including, University Centre Wakefield, LIPA,
Northern Contemporary Dance School, SLP, Bird College, Shockout Arts, Middlesex
University, MADD.
You will also have the opportunity to go on theatre and dance trips and
participate in workshops given by professional theatre companies and visiting
practitioners.
Dance performance and choreography is a major part of the course, and you
will have many opportunities to perform in the College theatre and at a range of
external events and venues. The course will be enhanced by visiting
practitioners and local dance companies. We have performed at Move It, Can You
Dance, FRESH, Hepworth Gallery, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Production Park and
various dance platforms within the region.
This is a practical dance-based course with many opportunities to perform
before public audiences and with academic and theory work threaded throughout.
Work experience is also an intrinsic component on the course and all students
have the opportunity to work with industry professionals.
