Cambridge OCR
Level 2
QN: 601/0574/4
Curriculum Active
Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Performing Arts
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Cambridge OCR. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1560 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Cambridge OCR
Syllabus Units
27 Units
Guided Hours
1560 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Choreography
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know choreographic structures and devices
- Be able to apply choreographic methods to create material in workshop performance
- Understand the success of choreography in performance
2
Costume Construction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know a range of fabric qualities and uses
- Be able to use costume construction skills
- Be able to produce a costume for a performance or demonstration
3
Dance historical context
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the history and context of different genres of dance
- Be able to research key features of a dance style
- Be able to present findings in an appropriate way
4
Dance showcase
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the work of chosen dance practitioners
- Be able to develop work for performance through rehearsal
- Be able to perform work of chosen practitioners
- Understand the effect of performance work on an audience
5
Design for Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the characteristics of performance environments
- Be able to implement design production skills
- Be able to realise design ideas
- Understand own design production work
6
Developing acting skills and techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to develop skills and techniques in drama
- Be able to apply skills and techniques in drama
- Understand individual progress
7
Developing dance skills and techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to develop skills and techniques in dance
- Be able to apply skills and techniques in dance
- Understand individual technical progress
8
Developing music skills and techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to develop skills and techniques in music
- Be able to apply skills and techniques in music
- Understand individual technical progress
9
Developing Music Theory
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to notate pitch, rhythm and harmony using staff notation
- Be able to notate music, showing dynamics, tempo and expression
- Be able to harmonise melodies using chords
- Be able to transpose melody and harmony to related keys
- Know how to explore elements of timbres and textures
10
Developing Physical Theatre Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to develop physical theatre skills
- Be able to rehearse physical theatre for performance
- Be able to perform a physical theatre role
11
Developing production skills and techniques
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to develop manipulative skills and technical method in the production environment
- Be able to apply health and safety procedures relating to production skills and techniques
- Understand own production work
12
Devising drama
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to develop stimulus material for performance
- Be able to rehearse a devised drama
- Be able to perform a devised drama
13
Drama historical context
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the history and context of different genres of drama
- Understand key features of a drama style
- Be able to present findings in an appropriate way
14
Exploring Musical Composition
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to generate original musical ideas from starting points
- Know how to extend
- develop and manipulate musical material
- Be able to form musical material into completed compositions
- Be able to present compositions appropriately
15
Exploring Musical Improvisation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to respond musically to others
- Be able to improvise effectively
- Be able to manipulate and develop musical material spontaneously
16
Lighting operations for stage performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the characteristics of stage lighting environments
- Know the characteristics of luminaries
- Be able to hang luminaries safely
- Be able to operate lighting controls
17
Make-up for Performers
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the basic range of stage make-up and techniques
- Be able to prepare designs for stage make-up
- Be able to interpret make-up designs and apply to themselves and others
- Be able to apply and remove make-up with attention to the safe use of equipment
18
Music historical context
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the history and context of different genres of music
- Understand key features of a musical style
- Be able to present research findings in an appropriate way
19
Musical Theatre Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use acting skills
- Be able to use dance skills
- Be able to use music performance skills
- Be able to perform a musical theatre work
20
Performance project
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to respond to a brief for a performance
- Be able to plan and rehearse performance material
- Be able to take part in a performance to an audience
- Understand the performance process
21
Performing Scripted Plays
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to interpret a role taken from a play
- Be able to develop a role for performance through rehearsal
- Be able to take part in the performance of a play
- Understand the effectiveness of the interpretation of a role
22
Set Construction
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the use of set construction tools and materials
- Know the set construction process
- Be able to plan and construct a scenic element
- Be able to demonstrate safe working practices throughout the set construction process
23
Solo Musical Performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to choose appropriate pieces of music for performance
- Know how to prepare for a solo performance
- Be able to perform music to an audience
24
Sound operations for performance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how sound works in venues
- Be able to set up sound equipment
- Be able to realise the sound for a live event or performance
25
The Performing Arts industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the different types of organisation in the Performing Arts industry
- Understand roles in the Performing Arts industry
- Be able to define entry routes into the Performing Arts industry
26
Urban dance
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to perform elements of urban dance
- Know the relationship between music and urban dance
- Be able to perform sequences using elements of urban dance
27
Working as a Musical Ensemble
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the roles and responsibilities of members of musical ensembles
- Know how to prepare for performances as part of an ensemble
- Be able to present effective ensemble performances
- Be able to demonstrate employability skills through participation in musical ensemble activities
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 601/0574/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Cambridge OCR
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2013