Drama and Theatre Studies
Course summary
Students will develop practical, creative and communication skills. While creating drama and theatre in either a performing or production role. Students will also develop analytical skills through written tasks thereby becoming an informed critic. 1: Drama and Theatre 2: Creating Original Drama 3: Making Theatre
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 8 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
English Literature Alternative route | Grade 6 in English Literature | — |
As published by the school
At least eight GCSEs grades 9-4 All students must have achieved a minimum of a Grade 5 in English Language or a minimum of Grade 6 in GCSE English Literature .
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Assessment
Component 1:This component is a written exam in which students are assessed on their knowledge and understanding of how drama and theatre is developed and performed and on their ability to analyse and evaluate the live theatre work of others. The paper is divided into three compulsory sections: Section A: Drama through the ages. Section B: 20th and 21st century drama. Section C: Live theatre production. Externally assessed. 3 hours. 40% of the total A Level Marks. Component: Making Theatre: Students learn how to contribute to text-based drama in a live theatre context for an audience. Externally assessed Visiting examiner. Content summary: It comprises of two parts: Performance of Extract 3 (40 marks). Reflective Report (20 marks). 30% of the total A Level marks.
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