A-Level Drama and Theatre Studies
at Cleeve School, Cheltenham · school or sixth form
What the college says
The course studies the History of Theatre through Greek, Chekhovian and 20th century drama pieces. The student is encouraged to attempt many acting techniques and will eventually perform pieces of Theatre that they have an interest in. They are also expected to devise their own piece in the final year influenced by all they have experienced in their studies. The students work collaboratively with artistic freedom within the genre studied.
What you need to get on
Students should have achieved a grade 5 in Drama GCSE.
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
Cleeve School
Two Hedges Road Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8AE
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Cheltenham
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