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Drama & Theatre Studies

at Simon Langton Grammar School For Boys, Canterbury · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Drama and Theatre Studies is a challenging subject which combines academic study with practical workshops and performance. We have recently acquired the Artsmark Gold award. Students can choose to focus on acting, technical theatre or directing and are assessed through end of year written papers, portfolio evidence of creative processes and practical performance projects. The course explores a wide range of scripted texts both classic and contemporary alongside theatre devising processes and theatre practitioners. Experiencing live theatre is a significant part of the course and evening visits to a range of venues in Kent and London are arranged throughout the year to which students are expected to join. Studying Drama and Theatre requires students to collaborate effectively in groups, develop their self-awareness, exercise their creativity and develop communication and presentation skills. High levels of engagement, self-motivation and reliability are central to success in this subject. Students are required to thoroughly research the context of texts studied including plays which are seen for live theatre analysis. We are fortunate to have a purpose-built studio as our classroom which students can book for rehearsals during study periods and after school. Drama and Theatre Studies offers opportunities to develop knowledge of the theatre arts, essay writing skills and self-confidence. The course is ideal for students looking to study at University, Drama School and those wis

What you need to get on

Grade 6 in GCSE Drama or 6 in English Literature if Drama has not been studiedguarantees a place on this course. Please note that applicants must also meet our overall entry requirements of scoring at least a total of 42 points (simply add up all your GCSE grades) and achieve a Grade 4 or higher in both English Language and Mathematics.

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

  • Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

    LANGTON LANE, CANTERBURY, CT4 7AS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · CANTERBURY

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