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Music &
Performing Arts
Courses
With access to cutting-edge equipment, studios and concert spaces, you’ll develop your creative, technical and practical knowledge with our Music & Performing Arts courses.
breaking creative boundaries
Performance, production and creativity abound in the Music & Performing Arts courses at Truro & Penwith College. Whether choosing to study a creative A Level or taking the dedicated Extended Diploma options, our professionally-focused courses are designed to equip students with the skills, experience and friendships to take their studies to the next level at university or to embark on a career in this popular sector.
Our creative Music and Performing Arts Academy helps to promote the development of practical skills while also giving an opportunity to work and collaborate with the wider artistic community of Cornwall.
Click above to watch our film about studying Music & Performing Arts at Truro and Penwith College and the career and university opportunities available.
The dedication, experience and industry-related skills of the teaching team, combined with up-to-date resources and highly talented students create one of the most accomplished Performing Arts departments in the country.
Tracey Tickle - Programme Team Leader
industry insights
Our tutors have a wealth of industry experience, which they use to give you insights into what it takes to become a professional musician or performing artist. With their expert tuition and your determination, you’ll thrive in your chosen field.
state-of-the-art resources
You’ll have access to state-of-the-art equipment and performance spaces, including recording studios, audio editing software and concert areas with professional rigging and lighting consoles. You’ll also have the opportunity to perform in real venues across Cornwall, building up valuable experience and exposure.
courses for adults
We run a variety of part-time dance workshops where you can learn jazz, ballroom or Bollywood dancing, to name only a few. Zumba classes are a great way to get fit in a fun and dynamic environment, or learn how to write songs with software such as Logic and begin making your own music.
Instrumental lessons
Have you always wanted to learn how to play a musical instrument, or perhaps you already learn an instrument and want to continue with lessons while you're at college? At Truro & Penwith College, we provide the facilities so that you can apply for instrumental lessons that work around your timetable. For information on the cost of 1:1 or small group instrumental lessons and how to apply, please visit the Cornwall Music Service Trust website: www.cmst.co.uk and choose the 'sign up' option now.
Sound, Stage and Screen
You will be joining a vibrant and dynamic department with opportunities to showcase your talents in one of the many performance spaces within the College, or beyond. As part of the artistic community that Cornwall is celebrated for, all the world really is your stage. Supported by experienced lecturers and technicians, your course will give you a solid foundation from which to springboard your talents.
high-grade success on Vocational Dance courses with 78% of learners achieving a triple distinction star.
A* & A
A Level Dance saw learners achieve A* and A Grades 51% above the national average.
skills
All courses within the department develop and promote key transferable skills needed for progression including a focus on creativity, resilience, confidence, teamwork, creative problem-solving, critical engagement, leadership and communication.
further
Go further with our strong enrichment options including Jazz Band, Live Events, Music Technology, Rock Band, Music for Media, Vocals and Strings as well as Drama and Dance.
Expert
There are lots of opportunities to develop your performance to the highest level thanks to teaching staff who work locally and nationally in the industry as composers, singers and performers.
We do so much more than act. We are directors, costume designers and support for others on set. I originally picked A Levels but at my interview the College suggested the course that I am currently doing and I couldn't be happier.
Jaime - Level 3 Diploma in Performing Arts: Performance
Select a pathway
All
A Level Drama & Theatre Studies
Full Time
Penwith College
UAL L2 Diploma in Music Performance and Production
Full Time
Truro College
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Music Performance (Rock & Pop)
Full Time
Truro College
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)
Full Time
Truro College
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance & Production
Full Time
Penwith College
A Level Drama & Theatre
Full Time
Truro College
UAL Level 2 Award in Music Performance & Production
Full Time
Penwith College
UAL Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance & Production
Full Time
Penwith College
School Leaver
A Level Drama & Theatre Studies
Full Time
Penwith College
UAL L2 Diploma in Music Performance and Production
Full Time
Truro College
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Music Performance (Rock & Pop)
Full Time
Truro College
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts (Musical Theatre)
Full Time
Truro College
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance & Production
Full Time
Penwith College
A Level Drama & Theatre
Full Time
Truro College
UAL Level 2 Award in Music Performance & Production
Full Time
Penwith College
UAL Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance & Production
Full Time
Penwith College
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FAQs
To apply for a Music or Performing Arts course at Truro and Penwith College, visit the course page on our official college website and complete your application online.
Students learn in fantastic, well-equipped theatres, dance studios, practice rooms, performance studios, recording suite and music technology rooms. Equipment includes a 96 Channel DMX Lighting rig, Behringer X32 and Allen and Heath Digital sound mixing desks, projection mapping software, rehearsal rooms with full back line, 4K video cameras and much more. All are equipped with up-to-date software so students gain industry relevant experience.
Yes, our strong Enrichment options include – Acoustic, Vocal, Brass, Jazz, String, Rock and Music Technology as well as Drama and Dance. You can find out more about our Enrichment programme at truro-penwith.ac.uk/enrichment
Graduates from Music and Performing Arts programs at Truro and Penwith College can pursue diverse career paths. Bands, theatre directors and actors, screen actors, dancers and West End performers have all emerged from this exciting department and we keenly await the chance to see your talents. Visit the Career Zone or truro-penwith.ac.uk/career-zone to find out more.
Yes, prospective students can speak to the Music and Performing Arts department at an open event which are free to attend and take place throughout the year. Visit truro-penwith.ac.uk/events to see the latest event details. Alternatively, you can contact the academic advisors in the Music and Performing Arts at Truro and Penwith College. Check the college website for contact details or reach out to the admissions office, and they will guide you on how to connect with the relevant academic advisors for more information.
We strongly recommend making an application for your chosen course as soon as you can when you are in your final year of school. After you have submitted your application, you will be invited to attend an interview where you can make amendments to your application if need be.
