Drama & Theatre Studies (GCEA)
at Newlands Girls' School, Maidenhead · school or sixth form
What the college says
What will I learn on this course? This is a two year linear A Level course. You will be required to demonstrate a practical understanding of:The work and methodologies from a range of influential theatre practitioners (individual or companies) over the two years. You will participate in: A minimum of one devised performance and three performance extracts in which you will have the opportunity to contribute as either performer, designer or director
What you need to get on
Course requirements You need to have achieved a grade 5 minimum in GCSE Drama and a grade 5 in GCSE English to be considered for this course.
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
Newlands Girls' School
Farm Road, Maidenhead, SL6 5JB
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Start dates
- 4 September 2026 · Maidenhead
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