Dance (A level)

Assessment

Component 1: Performance and choreography What’s assessed: - Solo performance linked to a specified practitioner within an area of study - Performance in a quartet - Group choreography How it’s assessed: - Practical exam that has a maximum of 80 marks and worth 50% of A-level Component 2: Critical engagement What’s assessed: - Knowledge, understanding and critical appreciation of two set works. - One compulsory set work within the compulsory area of study - One optional set work within the corresponding area of study, from a choice of four. How it’s assessed: - Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes and has a maximum of 100 marks and worth 50% of A-level