A Level Drama and Theatre Studies

There are a number of specific subject entry requirements, please visit our website to review the courses and entry requirements or alternatively please contact the Sixth Form for specific details.

*Please choose 3 subject courses from different blocks, you will automatically be added to Maths or English resit classes on enrolment if you do not achieve required 4 in Maths or English Lit/Lang but you must still meet requirements for entry per subject.

Entry code - WJEC Eduqas A Level Drama: A690QS                                                            QAN 601/8554/5

 
What will I study?                                                                                                                                  Component 1: Theatre Workshop                                                                                                                     A re-interpretation of a text in the style of a chosen practitioner.

Component 2: Text in Action                                                                                                              Two performances created by you. The first is a devised piece from a stimulus provided by Eduqas; the second is a performance from an extract of a text of your choice. Both performances are created with the influence of a theatre practitioner of your choice.

Component 3: Text in Performance. Written examination                                                                          Practical exploration of the texts – ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' by Tennessee Williams and ‘Saved' by Edward Bond. The examination is based on your role as an actor, director and informed audience member. In addition, an extract from ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time' is also studied.

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?                                                                                                               Units 1 is assessed by practical performance and coursework (tutor moderated); Unit 2 is a performance exam; externally examined by a visiting examiner. Unit 3 is assessed by a written exam paper.

What will I need to study this course?
Students will need GCSE English grade 4 or above. GCSE Drama is desirable but not essential.  

Where next?
This course can lead to further study in Drama, Theatre Studies and Performing Arts at degree level. It can be used as part of a student's course to broaden their studies and may lead on to a career in the performing arts industry. It complements a range of subjects and is useful in building confidence and improving presentation skills in a range of careers.