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Drama & Theatre Studies

at St Peter'S Catholic School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

An A Level in Drama will give you skills that will benefit you for the rest of your life. It can lead to a career in theatre, film, television, journalism, marketing, public relations or events. Universities and employers love to see you have studied it because you will stand out as different and creative. You will be able to develop your love of watching and performing theatre so that you can analyse and evaluate the aspects that make up a successful production. Drama helps you to understand human behaviour and motivation, and will develop your insight and observation. You will hone your skills in performing, creating a range of characterisations and studying several major drama practitioners. You can choose to perform or to design in a number of studio productions.

What you need to get on

Minimum grade 5 in GCSE English Literature and English Language. It is not required that students have taken Drama at 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

  • St Peter's Catholic School

    Horseshoe Lane East, Guildford, GU1 2TN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Guildford

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