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Drama and Theatre Studies A Level

at The Coopers' Company and Coborn School, Upminster · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The A level course is made up of three components - two practical and one written paper. Students will spend their first term exploring four key practitioners, Stanislavski, Araud, berkoff and Frantic Assembly, whilst also devising and performing their own original pantomimes. Students can choose between an acting or design path over the two years. For practical units students can focus on either the role of Performer, set Designer, Costume designer, Lighting or Sound Designer. The practical units will be examined at the end of year 12 and year 13. Over two years students will attend regular theatre visits to Londons' West End and local theatres. the study of the set plays for the written exam will be taught with a balance of theory and practical based lessons. A level Drama and Theatre students are also offered training and support for LAMDA exams. Component 1 _- 20% of marks Component 2 - 40% of marks Component 3 - 40% of marks

What you need to get on

At least 8 grade 9-5 GCSEs including Maths and English Language. A grade 5 at GCSE Drama. If Drama has not been taken at GCSE a grade 5 or above in English Literature or Language. The most important requirement is a passion for live theatre and a commitment to putting in extra hours.

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

  • The Coopers' Company and Coborn School

    St. Marys Lane, Upminster, RM14 3HS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Upminster

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