ISTD
Level 3
QN: 501/0728/8
Curriculum Active
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by ISTD. Classified as a Performing Arts Graded Examination. Total guided learning hours: 2250 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
ISTD
Syllabus Units
15 Units
Guided Hours
2250 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Classical Greek Dance: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Classical Greek Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Classical Greek Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Classical Greek Dance, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Classical Greek Dance
2
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Contemporary Dance: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Contemporary Dance.Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Contemporary Dance. Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Contemporary Dance. Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Contemporary Dance.
3
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Disco Freestyle Dance: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Disco Freestyle Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Disco Freestyle Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Disco Freestyle Dance, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Disco Freestyle Dance
4
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Modern Ballroom Dance: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Modern Ballroom Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Modern Ballroom Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Modern Ballroom Dance, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Modern Ballroom Dance
5
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in National Dance: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of National Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in National Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in National Dance, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in National Dance
6
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in South Asian Dance: Bharatanatyam: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of South Asian Dance: Bharatanatyam, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in South Asian Dance: Bharatanatyam, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in South Asian Dance: Bharatanatyam, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in South Asian Dance: Bharatanatyam
7
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Imperial Classical Ballet: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate secure execution of complex classical ballet vocabulary including pirouettes, allegro, and adagio combinations.
- Apply musicality by interpreting phrasing, dynamics, and tempo in performed sequences.
- Exhibit performance skills with confidence, expression, and audience engagement.
- Integrate correct alignment, turnout, and épaulement throughout technical work.
- Sustain stamina and control across the full examination syllabus.
8
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Latin American Dance: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Demonstrate secure technique in Latin American dance movements including correct posture, footwork, and hip action.
- Perform complex movement sequences with accuracy, control, and stylistic authenticity.
- Interpret music with appropriate timing, rhythm, and phrasing in Latin American dances.
- Apply performance skills with confidence and expression to engage an audience.
- Execute a range of Latin American dances (Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, Jive) with technical and artistic competence.
9
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Classical Indian Dance: Bharatanatyam: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Classical Indian Dance: Bharatanatyam, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Classical Indian Dance: Bharatanatyam, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Classical Indian Dance: Bharatanatyam, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Classical Indian Dance: Bharatanatyam
10
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Classical Indian Dance: Kathak: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Classical Indian Dance: Kathak, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Classical Indian Dance: Kathak, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Classical Indian Dance: Kathak, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Classical Indian Dance: Kathak
11
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Modern Theatre Dance: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Modern Theatre Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Modern Theatre Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Modern Theatre Dance, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Modern Theatre Dance
12
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in South Asian Dance: Kathak: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of South Asian Dance: Kathak, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in South Asian Dance: Kathak, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in South Asian Dance: Kathak, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in South Asian Dance: Kathak
13
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Cecchetti Classical Ballet: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Cecchetti Classical Ballet, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Cecchetti Classical Ballet, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Cecchetti Classical Ballet, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Cecchetti Classical Ballet
14
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Tap Dance: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Tap Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Tap Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Tap Dance, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Tap Dance
15
ISTD Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate
Vocational Graded Examination in Classical Sequence Dance: Intermediate
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply and demonstrate through performance a sound and established knowledge and understanding of the fundamental and relevant technique and vocabulary of Classical Sequence Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing sound and secure technical skills in Classical Sequence Dance, Perform a range of complex movement sequences showing an understanding of musicality in Classical Sequence Dance, Apply and demonstrate a range of performance skills with assurance in Classical Sequence Dance
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 501/0728/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- ISTD
- Qualification Type
- Performing Arts Graded Examination
- Operational Start
- Aug 2010