Professional Diploma in Performing Arts (Practice)

L4 Level 4
Full Time
1 September 2026 — 25 June 2027
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

About this course

Take your talent to the next level with the UAL Level 4 Performing Arts Professional Practice course – the perfect bridge between training and a professional career. Designed for ambitious performers, this dynamic programme develops your artistic identity while equipping you with real-world industry skills.

You’ll refine advanced performance techniques and gain insight into audition processes, networking, and self-promotion. With expert guidance from industry professionals, you’ll create original work, collaborate creatively, and prepare for higher education or immediate employment. If you’re ready to sharpen your craft and step confidently into the spotlight, this course is your launchpad.

What you will study

There is a focus on developing and refining performance skills, managing performing arts projects and also the opportunity to develop researrch and academic skills in preparation for higher education.

Course fees

Studio Fees: £65.00

Entry requirements

AS/A-Level/L3 Performing arts qualification or equivalent experience. Performing Arts students will be expected to undertake an audition. It is also recommended that students have a minimum of GCSE grade 4 or grade C (or an equivalent Level 2 qualification) in both English and Maths. International students are expected to demonstrate that they have a good level of written and spoken English with a recommended minimum IELTS (or equivalent) score of 5.0 An interview/audition will be required to assess suitability of candidates. You must be 18+ years of age.

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

1 September 2026

End date

25 June 2027

Time of day

Day Time

Full Time

18.5 hours per week

Location

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
Maps & directions

Course code

PCCC4F01
L4

Qualification

Performing Arts Practice - Professional Diploma

Career prospects & further study

2,400

According to data contained in the Clwstwr Report 2020, There are more than 2,400 jobs in the Music, performing and visual arts with an average yearly growth rate of 2.2% in Cardiff (2009-2017).

This course is ideal preparation for those wishin to progress to drama school, university or directly into the performing arts industry.

Locations

City Centre Campus, Cardiff
City Centre Campus, Cardiff

City Centre Campus,

Dumballs Road,

Cardiff,

CF10 5FE