Drama & Theatre Studies A Level
A Level Drama is a dynamic and creative subject that combines particularly well with other Arts/Humanities subjects such as English Literature or Language, Film Studies or Media Studies, and allows you to develop and demonstrate confident communication skills and creativity – both highly valued by employers.
Course overview
This course blends practical performance with theoretical and analytical study. You’ll develop your acting and directing skills through rehearsals, workshops, and written analysis. You’ll be expected to commit time outside of lessons for rehearsals and group work.
What this course covers
Entry Requirements
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4 in Maths and grade 5 in English Language.
Progression Opportunities
A Level Drama prepares you for further study in the Arts and creative industries, and also supports careers that require strong communication and presentation skills, such as teaching, law, and public relations.
Delivery And Assessment
This two-year course, through the exam board: Pearson Edexcel, is principally assessed by written examination (40%) at the end of two years of study, but also includes Non-Exam Assessed (30% Coursework)
Components including both written and practical tasks (30% performance and
direction).
