Sharjah Performing Arts Academy Announces BTEC International Level 2 Award in Performing Arts Enrolments Open for the 2023-2024 Academic Year

United Arab Emirates, Sharjah – April 2023:  Sharjah Performing Arts Academy (SPAA) is delighted to announce the opening of enrolments for the BTEC International Level 2 Award in Performing Arts for the academic year 2023-2024. The award offers learners aged 14-19 a comprehensive introduction to the world of performing arts, providing them with the knowledge, understanding, and skills required to pursue a career in the industry or continue their education further. 

 

As the demand for global certification in technical and vocational areas grows, BTEC qualifications are uniquely positioned to respond to these skills gaps. With its practical skills assessment and up-to-date career-focused education in traditional and emerging sectors, BTEC qualifications offer a learner-centred approach to education, emphasising the holistic development of practical, interpersonal, and thinking skills required to be successful in employment and higher education. 

 

The BTEC International Level 2 Award in Performing Arts offered by SPAA is an internationally relevant course designed to align with the needs of employers and further education. The course follows a flexible, unit-based structure, with knowledge applied to project-based assessments. Learners progress through assessments and projects chosen to help them develop their skills, some set by the SPAA tutors to meet local needs, while others are set by Pearson, ensuring a core of skills and understanding common to all learners. 

 

The course offers students the opportunity to explore a range of performing arts disciplines, such as acting, dance, musical theatre, or production roles. The practical workshops and activities enable learners to experiment with different techniques for producing a performing arts event, either as a performer or as part of the production team. Students will learn about the creative process and appreciate the value of learning from mistakes to progress and improve. They will also be introduced to the professional disciplines, techniques, and attitudes needed to succeed in the industry. 

 

The BTEC International Level 2 Award in Performing Arts is a short course consisting of 120 guided learning hours that takes place throughout the year during Sunday workshops. The course covers a range of subjects, including acting, dance, and singing, and is coordinated by highly experienced tutors who have extensive knowledge of the performing arts industry. 

 

As a leading performing arts academy, SPAA is committed to providing high-quality education in the performing arts. The BTEC International Level 2 Award in Performing Arts is an excellent opportunity for students to begin their journey in this field. The Academy encourages all high school students aged 14-19 and their parents who are interested in the performing arts to consider enrolling in the program. 

 

In summary, the BTEC International Level 2 Award in Performing Arts offered by Sharjah Performing Arts Academy is a comprehensive course that offers students a practical, career-focused education in traditional and emerging sectors. With its flexible, unit-based structure and project-based assessments, learners develop practical, interpersonal, and thinking skills that are essential for success in employment and higher education. The course covers a range of performing arts disciplines, including acting, dance, and singing, and is coordinated by highly experienced tutors who have extensive knowledge of the performing arts industry. Enrolments are now open, and interested students and their parents are encouraged to visit the SPAA website for more information. 

 

Contact: 

Sharjah Performing Arts Academy 

Email: btec@spaa.ae 

Enrol here: https://forms.office.com/r/82ruG7Q6Tm 

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