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  • A Level Drama and Theatre Studies

    A Level Drama and Theatre Studies

Course Summary

The Drama and Theatre studies A-levels is an exciting and rigours course which allows students to use their creativity in conjunction with their knowledge of theatre to produce insightful and thought provoking work. On the course you have the opportunity to see live theatre as well as access to hundreds of online productions to aid you in your studies. You will work closely in small groups to create and develop work in addition to working independently to analyse and evaluate your own and professional works. This course would be suitable for students who have completed a GCSE in Drama and are looking to further enhance their knowledge of the subject.

Careers / Progression

Past students have gone on to study Drama at university in many various ways including musical theatre. Career prospects include working in all areas of a theatre from Actor to Stage Manager. The course can also allow you to work in Education, both in a formal school setting and at theatre schools and clubs. It can also lead to working in TV and Film, again across a range of professions right up to director.

Entry Requirements

Grade 5 in Drama.

Examination Board

Eduqas

Assessment

Component

Percentage
of course

Content

1

20%

  • Performance
  • Written portfolio

2

40%

  • Two performances
  • Written evaluation

3

40%

  • Written exam

 

Careers / Progression

Past students have gone on to study Drama at university in many various ways including musical theatre. Career prospects include working in all areas of a theatre from Actor to Stage Manager. The course can also allow you to work in Education, both in a formal school setting and at theatre schools and clubs. It can also lead to working in TV and Film, again across a range of professions right up to director.

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