Performing Arts: Technical Theatre Level 3 (FPFA)

This course allows you to develop skills in the technical area of Live Events and Venues and has been developed in collaboration with employers so that the content meets the needs of industry. The UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts - Technical Theatre pathway prepares students for entry into skilled employment, an apprenticeship or related technical study through Higher Education.

You will experience practical and knowledge-based learning at College, and on-the-job experience through an industry placement of at least 60 hours per year.

During the course you will develop your communication skills, self-confidence and gain knowledge related to being an Events Technician, whilst working as part of a committed and creative team. The course provides the opportunity to interpret and assess client requirements for varied productions, across both the Performing Arts and Music departments, assisting with the implementation of the different stages of an event/production in accordance with the client requirements. You will also learn how to select, utilise and maintain the appropriate industry equipment/technology.

Specific topics covered include:

Internal and external client requirements

Planning an event/production

Different stages of an event/production

Technical Theatre production skills eg: lighting, stage design, stage management etc.

Use and maintenance of industry equipment and/or technology

Evaluation against client requirements

Legislation/regulations

You will be assessed on a series of coursework and practical skills.

You will need to hold five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including either English Language and Maths OR have successfully completed the Level 2 Technical Theatre Award.

Upon completion, you can progress onto:

• Skilled employment, such as Audio Production Assistant, Runner, Post-production Runner, Junior Event Technician (Lighting), Junior Event Technician (Sound), Junior Event/Stage Crew, or Production Office Assistant.
• This course will also give you the UCAS points to progress to a Technical University course.