Drama Level 3 A Level
at Park View School, Chester Le Street · school or sixth form
What the college says
Students develop a knowledge and understanding of the theatrical arts. An A level course in Drama places practical drama within a theoretical context. Students will study drama texts and the work of practitioners through practical exploration; they will prepare texts for performance either as an actor or designer. Theatre visits are an essential element of the course and students will be asked to discuss and review what they have seen. They will use their knowledge and understanding of dramatic styles and conventions gained from such experiences to inform their own devised work.
What you need to get on
Grade 6 in level 2 equivalent course or Grade 6 in English
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
Park View Sixth Form
Church Chare, Chester-le-Street, DH3 3QA
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Start dates
- 5 September 2026 · Chester-le-Street
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