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Drama & Theatre Studies - A Level Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Drama and Theatre

at The John Wallis Church of England Academy, Ashford · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course focuses on the practical exploration of performance texts, including exploring them in light of the work of theatre practitioners. The performance texts studied for the exam will require students' consideration of how they would perform certain roles, putting practical work at the heart of lessons. During the course you will devise your own work as well as perform extracts from plays. The course is very flexible allowing for you to input your ideas and creativity in order to choose plays and themes which are suitable for you. Drama develops skills required in various settings within the community and for the future, such as developing confidence and skills in public speaking. Studying Drama could lead to careers in the performing arts, including acting, directing, producing, arts journalism and teaching. It also provides range of skills appropriate to a variety of careers.

What you need to get on

At least 5 4-9 GCSE grades (or A*-C legacy GCSE grades) with a minimum of 5 or above in GCSE Drama or equivalent skills

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 John Wallis Church of England Academy

    Millbank Road Kingsnorth, Ashford, TN23 3HG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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