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Performing Arts
Develop your performance craft, creative voice and industry awareness for a life in the arts.
Programmes at a Glance‹
Majors & study pathways
This programme lets you shape your studies through the published options below. Course sequences vary by pathway.
Step into your spotlight—and learn how to make it last.
Develop your performance craft, creative voice and industry awareness for a life in the arts. You’ll explore performance practice, creative production and arts entrepreneurship through practical projects, teamwork and experiences that bring the profession to life. Along the way, you’ll discover where your strengths can take you—toward opportunities such as performer or arts administrator, entrepreneurship or further study.
What you’ll explore
Entry requirements
Your path to ECC may begin in different ways. This programme accommodates multiple admission routes, and our Admissions team can help you understand how your qualifications fit.
A minimum of five (5) CSEC or GCE O-Level passes, including English A/English Language and Mathematics.
Candidates must complete an audition as part of entry to the programme. After Year 1, students audition for promotion into their chosen specialization.
Equivalent qualifications and mature status may be considered in accordance with CCCJ/ECC policy.
Programme structure
Explore the semesters below to see how each published pathway shapes your journey. Every course is listed with its official code and credit value.
Full-time2 years10 published study periods＋
Dance specialization • Year 2 • Semester III＋
DANC2104Techniques in Dance I2PERF2404Injury and Prevention2DANC2101Caribbean Traditional and Folk Dance Technique I2DANC2103Jamaican Dancehall Culture3Drama specialization • Year 2 • Semester III＋
DRAM2301Acting I2DRAM2303Playwriting2DRAM2302Introduction to Directing2PERF2302Creating Theatre2Music specialization • Year 2 • Semester III＋
MUSC2105Song Writing2MUSC2106Jamaican Percussion Ensemble2MUSC2311Principal Instrument I2MUSC2101Jamaican Dancehall Music Culture2Dance specialization • Year 2 • Semester IV＋
DANC2201Techniques in Dance II2DANC2202Caribbean Traditional and Folk Dance Technique II2DANC2204Dancehall Ensemble and Production1DANC2203Movement Studies and Composition2Drama specialization • Year 2 • Semester IV＋
DRAM2401Acting II2DRAM2204Contemporary Jamaican Theatre2DRAM2402Directing2DRAM2304Community Drama2Music specialization • Year 2 • Semester IV＋
MUSC2201Accompaniment Skills (Piano)2MUSC2203Music Theory in Practice2MUSC2204Principal Instrument II2MUSC2202Caribbean Latin Percussion Ensemble2The structure shown is a guide. Course or unit sequencing and availability may be adjusted to reflect enrolment levels, faculty availability and programme scheduling requirements. Offerings may therefore move to a different semester or position in the sequence.
Your associate degree journey includes more than the curriculum table.
Depending on your entry qualifications, you may need Foundation Mathematics or English. Applicable associate degree students also complete PACE, U-VAC, Information Literacy, Social Outreach and other published college-wide requirements. These requirements do not continue into the bachelor’s stage.
Understand your requirements →You may be a strong fit if you…
are curious about creative industries and ready to build practical skills.
want a structured pathway that connects learning with real career possibilities.
value teamwork, problem-solving and continuous professional growth.
Main Campus
This programme is based at the campus shown. Selected classes may also use online, field, laboratory or work-placement environments.