The RSL (Rock School Limited) Performing Arts qualifications focus on giving the learner a fully practical experience of the performing arts . We offer the equivalent of an AS-level with our one year Level 3 Extended Certificate with the option to achieve an A Level equivalent qualification with our two year Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma.
The course consists of three units per year., such as:
Live Performance: this is the only compulsory unit and for which they go through the process of auditioning for a role and then performing in a full show in an external theatre venue.
Theatre Genres: this is an example of an optional unit in which they are introduced to a range of theatre styles through practical workshops, going on trips to watch theatre productions and the creation of a performance piece in a specific style.
Comedy Drama in Performance: this is another example of an optional unit in which they learn to develop an understanding of how comedy is delivered through reviewing a live theatre performance and performing a scene from a comedy play.
If the learner chooses to continue onto the Subsidiary Diploma they will study another three optional units, similar to those previously mentioned.
The performing arts qualification offers a balance between performance in practice, researching theatre genres or practitioners to inform the practical work and capturing evidence of xxxxx throughout rehearsals most important thing about this course is that it is a lot of fun because it is practical-based and the student’s work can be evidenced through a variety of ways, such as, videos, voice notes, Google Slides, interviews and scrapbooks, as well as essay writing if this is the learner’s preference.
Many of our students choose to study Performing Arts to develop their soft skills, such as team work, communication, public speaking, body awareness, relaxation and confidence. However, due to the high level of specialism of the subject teachers, any learner considering a career in the performing arts would find it an invaluable basis to prepare them for a foundation or degree course at drama school.
The RSL Performing Arts qualifications are awarded the following UCAS points; these are very similar to the points for an AS or A Level.
Extended Certificate
- Pass – 8
- Merit – 16
- Distinction – 24
- Distinction* – 28
Subsidiary Diploma
- Pass – 16
- Merit – 32
- Distinction – 24
- Distinction* – 56
The performing arts courses are ideal as a third option in balance with two academic subjects because it is a collaborative, creative experience and gives the students the chance to play drama games, be physical, interact with others, speak text out loud, release tension, and achieve success through public performances.
