PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION Pearson BTEC HND Performing Arts 2018-19
Welcome SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS Morley College London is one of the oldest and largest specialist adult education institutions in the UK, founded as a charitable endeavour to address the educational needs of working class men and women in Lambeth and Waterloo. It is this spirit of inclusion and equal opportunity that we have maintained for the benefit of our students to this day. Our Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) are no exception. These higherlevel qualifications are designed to give you the work skills you need to stand out in the job market and build your career, and they re ideal for adults who want to go further in education but are concerned about the cost or time commitment of a university degree. You ll learn from tutors with professional experience in the sector, and benefit from the College s modern dedicated learning spaces. And while they re professional qualifications in their own right, if you decide you want a full degree, many UK universities run a top-up programme that awards credit for previous study. HND PERFORMING ARTS Morley College s roots in the world of performing arts reach all the way back to our origins in the Old Vic theatre. It s a heritage we honour to this day with the various beautiful performance and rehearsal spaces at our main building, and our team of tutors with professional experience in the field. With our new HND programme in Performing Arts, you ll benefit from our history and expertise as you develop your performance skills and improve your career prospects. On the course you will: create your own performance material for theatre, studio and sitespecific locations create performances for different types of audiences take part in workshops with leading professionals lead your own performing arts workshops complete work experience
Resources LEARNING RESOURCES AT MORLEY COLLEGE LONDON All of our students have access to our modern learning facilities and study spaces. The College has a range of specialist resources to support the delivery of the programme, including our Learning Centre, where you will have access to computers, scanners and printers and a wide range of software. As an HND student with us, you will also have access to the library at London South Bank University, and you ll have access to HN Global, a free online platform that will help you create links with other Higher Education students worldwide. DANCE STUDIOS AND STUDIO THEATRE Morley has several specialist spaces designed to provide the best environment to meet the needs of students. Morley has three specially designated dance studios equipped to meet study needs ranging from ballet, contemporary, tap, ballroom and latin and many more. Our studio theatre is a versatile black box space, providing the perfect setting for theatre and opera productions, as well as, day-to-day classes.
Resources EMMA CONS HALL The largest of our spaces with a 200 theatre style capacity, the Emma Cons Hall is suitable for a wide variety of events. Its built-in stage also makes it ideal for performances and ceremonies. The hall was named after Morley College s founder, Emma Cons, and features large scale murals by painter Martin Froy. HOLST ROOM The second of our performance spaces, the Holst Room was named after Gustav Holst, Director of Music at Morley between 1907-1924. It is an ideal space for intimate performances and recitals as well as smaller meetings and presentations.
Key Course Information Course Title: Course Code: Mode of Study: Duration: Course Fees: Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Performing Arts (QCF) HND006A Full-time Two years 6,000 per year. Please note that additional costs may be incurred for textbooks, stationery, other relevant materials, and special events and/or visits. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS If you have recently been in education it is likely that one of the following will provide a suitable entry profile: a relevant level 3 qualification (including A levels, BTEC National Diplomas etc) a GCE profile that indicates strong performance in a relevant subject an Access to Higher Education Diploma. MATURE STUDENTS We welcome applications from anyone who feels that they are capable of reaching the standards required by the qualification. We appreciate that mature students may have extensive relevant experience gained through paid or unpaid work, or through other types of professional training or sector-related opportunities and this experience may be used to support an application. Please do contact us if you would like to discuss applying. ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR): Level B2 PTE Academic overall score: 51 Reading and writing must be at IELTS 5.5 or equivalent for nonnative English speakers.
PROGRAMME AIMS The aim of this programme is to help you develop the skills you need to specialise in your chosen performing arts career, though classroom teaching and practical work in specialist learning environments. Having completed the course you will have a nationally recognised Level 5 qualification and may be able to progress to the third year of an undergraduate degree programme, or find a job in the performing arts or cultural industries. The HND in Performing Arts aims to develop: skills, knowledge and understanding of the performing arts and cultural industries in a range of contexts practical higher level performing arts skills critical and analytical skills employment and collaborative work skills. LEARNING OUTCOMES On the course you will develop your: acting skills for performance contemporary dance techniques and performance skills vocal techniques for performance performance making skills critical vocabularies for reading, writing and analysing texts as well as performances skills in selecting appropriate research material from primary and secondary information sources professional CV industry contacts personal profile as a performing arts practitioner
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The Level 5 Higher National Diploma consists of the Level 4 Higher National Certificate plus an additional 125 credits at Level 5. The following provides indicative options units. Please note that all optional units are subject to change. UNITS YEAR 1 Unit Title Unit Level Unit Credit Development of Acting Skills 4 15 Physical Theatre Performance 4 15 Devising Performance 4 15 Contemporary Dance Techniques 4 15 Voice & Speech Development & Practice 4 15 Production Skills for Performance 4 15 Creative Arts Professional Practice 4 15 Creative Arts Research Skills 5 20 UNITS YEAR 2 Unit Title Unit Level Unit Credit Managing a Creative Business 5 15 Jazz Dance Techniques and Performance 5 15 Musical Theatre Performance 5 15 Classical Acting 5 15 Performing Arts Workshop Leadership 5 15 Work-based experience 5 15 Outreach Drama 5 15 Preparation, Process & Production in the Creative Arts 5 20 PROGRESSION ROUTES WORK Actor Theatre Director Dancer Signer Drama or Music Therapist Community arts worker Theatre Maker HIGHER OR DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS These are work-based qualifications designed in partnerships with employers, and provide an opportunity to gain a full level bachelor s or master s degree. Relevant apprenticeship pathways from HND Performing Arts include: technical theatre, community arts, drama or music therapy. UNIVERSITY 240 credits required Specific units may be required by universities.
TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT This course is highly practical, with most classes taking place in drama and dance studios. The course will also include lectures and seminars, practical workshops, group discussions and tutorial sessions. All teaching and learning activities are designed to promote equality of opportunity and accessibility for all students. You will be given a number of practical assignments and projects to work on as part of your course, which will allow you to explore what you learn in the classroom and strengthen your knowledge further. These projects and assignments will also help you develop transferable skills, such as problemsolving, critical thinking, time management and working as part of a team. You will also be expected to engage in independent learning, which may take the form of elearning activities via Moodle, independent research and rehearsal, or other relevant tasks. Assessment will take place through performances, presentations, coursework, projects, and the development of a work-related portfolio. We will take into account both your marks on formal assignments and the understanding you demonstrate within your classes in assessing your progress. You will receive feedback on your work throughout the course, both in response to formal assessments and as part of your overall learning experience. Full details of all module contents and assessments will be available in your unit handbook, which will be available to view on Moodle.
Support for Learning COLLEGE WIDE STUDENT SUPPORT FOR LEARNING Studying at Morley provides you with access to a wide range of facilities and services including specialist facilities for courses, our Library, and our Learning Centre with hundreds of resources, plus free computer and internet access. Higher Education students will also have access to London South Bank University Library. LEARNER VOICE Listening to and learning from our student body is important to Morley. It is well established, and represents strong democratic traditions at the College where the input of students to our development is highly valued. Our Student Engagement Policy covers all aspects of College activities relating to and affecting students and their role as active partners in College development. We set standards and monitor the quality of courses and all our services in a number of ways including course evaluations by students and feedback forms. Students are represented on many Morley College committees and groups. The Class Representatives Committee (CRC) and the Student Council (SC) are amongst the most important of these groups. MORLEY ACTIVITIES, CLUBS AND SOCIETIES The College is proud of the wide range of concerts, exhibitions and student performances that are held throughout the year. We hope you find time to enjoy them. Morley has its own gallery opposite the main building with an exciting annual programme of exhibitions by students, staff, independent artists, national organisations and local community organisations. Morley also has a range of clubs and societies that students can join, depending on their area of interest.
How to Apply Apply Submit your application form, which will include a personal statement and any supporting evidence You can apply online here: www.morleycollege.ac.uk You can come to one of our open days, or free taster workshops for guidance on how to apply Workshop / Audition You will be invited for an informal chat about the course and a workshop-style audition Auditions are free to attend Prepare Auditionees will be asked to prepare one 2 minute monologue of their choice and take part in a practical workshop You will meet the head of the course, and be able to ask questions about the school, courses, timetable and faculty We re looking forward to meeting you!