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A Level Drama and Theatre Studies

at St Thomas More Catholic School, Blaydon, Blaydon-On-Tyne · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

A Level Drama and Theatre Studies The Drama and Theatre course focuses on challenging students in a range of different dramatic genres and styles, exploring contemporary work as well as classical texts. Students will have the opportunity to engage in numerous practical exercises, including directing and large scale performance work, but will also learn how to analyse live performance and discuss the impact it has on our culture. The A-level is designed to strike a balance between practical performance work and theoretical understanding, as both an individual and as a member of a theatrical ensemble. The A-level Drama and Theatre experience provides students with extensive opportunities to develop com their communication and social skills as well as their subject specific skills.

What you need to get on

GCSE Grade B (or above)in course subject + 4 other GCSE Grade B (or above)

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Blaydon-On-Tyne

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