Acting and Performing for Theatre, TV and Film

Course description

QQI Level 5 Certificate in Performing Arts 5M5151.

This Performing Arts/Acting and Performance for Theatre, TV and Film course provides a dynamic and challenging programme, introducing learners to the various disciplines involved in working on stage, in film and on television. Although the primary focus is on acting, the course provides an opportunity for learners to participate actively in all elements of creating and producing drama. There is an emphasis on the practical skills and the understanding of acting techniques and stage craft.

A Diploma of Associate (Acting Performance) accredited by the Irish Board of Speech and Drama will be awarded to all students who successfully pass the QQI acting modules on the course. Upon completion the learner may progress to study for the Diploma in Licentiate (Teaching Diploma)

Course Content

•  Acting Skills & Techniques
• Performance Craft
• Theatre Performance
•  Characterisation
•  TV & Film Acting
•  Theatre Studies
•  Speech & Drama
•  Communications
•  Work Experience

Course Features and Facilities

• Learners take part in theatrical performances throughout the year
• Attendance at external TheatreProductions and Workshops
• Regular workshops facilitated by practitioners,directors and performers currently working in the industry
• Performing Arts studio
• Access to fully equipped IT suites and Library
• Wifi and Moodle

Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate or equivalent, LCA or relevant experience

Audition and Interview

Mature applicants welcome

Applicants may be accepted without meeting formal entry requirements.

Employment Opportunities

Working with industry professionals provides a real opportunity for learners to access direct employment in:

• Theatre acting
• Film acting
• Arts Events Co-ordination
• Voiceover acting for Advertising and Animation
• Production Crew for Stage and Film

Educational Progression

Below are some examples of further progression options with this QQI level 5 award in Performing Arts 5M5151

• UL Performing Arts Level 8 LM026

• UL Arts with Music and Dance Level 8 LM002

• UCC Theatre and Performative Practices Level 8 CK112

• UCC Film and Screen Media Level 8 CK105

• IADT Film & Television Production Level 8 DL834

• IADT Design for Stage and Screen Level 8 DL831

• IADT Arts Management Level 8 DL822

• IADT Creative Music Production Level 8 DL838

• TU Dublin City CampusDrama Level 8 DT529