RSL Level 4 Extended Diploma for Creative Industries Practitioners

Duration

1 year

Entry Requirements

To be considered for this course, as a minimum you will need 5 GCSE’s, or equivalent at 4/C grade and above as well as a Level 3 qualification in Performing Arts, Dance, Musical Theatre, Acting, or Creative Media qualification. 

Recognised qualifications

• RSL Level 4 Extended Diploma for Creative Industries Practitioners which will facilitate an entrance into University, Drama School, Dance Academies and Conservatoires.

Structure & Themes

The RSL Level 4 Extended Diploma includes a combination of core themes and optional themes, allowing centres to tailor delivery to their specialism (e.g., Acting, Dance, Musical Theatre, Production Arts, Creative Media).

The qualification focuses on:

• Artist development
• Self-employment and freelance readiness
• Practical skills and real-world creative processes 

Core Themes Typically Include:

• Self and Market Analysis
• Creative Identity and Branding
• Professional Portfolio Development
• Industry Presentation and Pitching
• Collaborative Creative Projects
• Independent Creative Project
• Contextual Research and Reflection

Optional Themes May Include:

• Advanced performance technique
• Creative production
• Digital content creation
• Choreography or directing
• Devising and ensemble work
• Technical theatre and production skills
• Creative entrepreneurship

(Exact delivery are campus-selectable and devised with learners in mind) 

Age

Undergraduates 18+

Course Type

Full time

Course duration

One year

Start date

September

Course progression

Access to further/higher education, Apprenticeships or full time employment