Drama

Examining Body: EDEXCEL

If you want to study a subject that is both practical and creative and you enjoy experimenting with and creating different pieces of work for performance, in developing an understanding of what it is like to be in others shoes, and in playing many different parts in different imaginary situations.

You will enjoy this course if you enjoy devising as well as using script. This course will also give you the opportunity to express your feelings and ideas about a range of different issues, building up your confidence, problem solving and communication skills.

What can I do with this qualification when I leave school?

• You could go on to take an AS or A level in Drama and Theatre Studies, or a vocational A level in Performing Arts.
• You could  take a BTEC national certificate or diploma in Performing Arts.
• You also may wish to go into a job where it is useful to have had experience of drama and the skills it develops. These might include retail, travel and tourism, marketing or any career which involves meeting people face to face.
• The study of drama can help you develop transferable skills which you can take into any career or job.

How will this subject be taught and what will be expected from me?

The course will be taught through a series of units of work based on developing skills for the 3 units - Unit 1 exploring a theme, Unit 2 exploring a script and Unit 3 performance.

Pupils will have the opportunity to create their own work as well as look at plays written by other people.

There is a practical exam for each of the units. Unit 1 and 2 will be marked by the teacher and moderated by the exam board. Unit 3 is marked by a visiting examiner. Pupils will also be required to complete written documentary evidence for both unit 1 and 2 and a written review of a live performance. Pupils will be expected to fully participate in all areas of the course and expected to take part in all areas of performance including additional rehearsals both in school and out of school hours. Pupils will be expected to participate in the practical exams for each of the units and complete all parts of accompanying written work by the deadline given. Pupils will expected to regularly document evidence in  an ongoing log book of the work pupils produce during lesson time.

Published February 14, 2011