BOA Stage & Screen Production Academy provides a unique, industry-led approach to developing the skills and experience of young people aged 16-19 who are passionate about working in film TV, online, events and theatre production. Working with our brilliant industry partners, we are able to offer a free, full-time education that leads directly to Freelancing, Employment, Apprenticeships or Higher Education.
At BOA Stage and Screen Production Academy we strive to:
1. Provide all our students, regardless of their starting points or backgrounds, with the skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications to access the very best opportunities that the stage and screen industries, higher education institutions and apprenticeship providers have to offer.
2. Deliver to the needs of the stage and screen industry, bridging the gap between the world of academia and the world of work, placing the academy and our students at the centre of the talent pipeline in the west midlands.
3. Contribute to levelling up and reform of the stage and screen industry, championing the cause for equality, diversity, and inclusivity.
We offer four core pathways, each underpinned by a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma worth 3 A’levels and 168 UCAS points:
• Broadcast, Film & Content Creation
• Production Arts & Stage Management
• Technical Theatre & Live Events
• Writing, Directing & Screen-craft
In addition, all students complete our personal and professional development curriculum, which includes:
• Careers
• Work Placements
• Freelancing
• Industry Qualification Suite
• PSHE Themes
• Literacy and Numeracy
• Additional academic qualifications