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GCE A Level Drama and Theatre Studies

at Rainham School For Girls, Gillingham · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionStrong standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Drama and Theatre Studies A Level is a predominantly practical course, which seeks to develop an advanced level of drama performance whilst focusing on the creation and evaluation of live theatre. Students will be exploring the social, cultural and historical contexts of performance and how this has shaped drama and theatre. Students will be expected to analyse theatre; participate as a theatre maker and as an audience member in live theatre.

What you need to get on

Standard entry requirements: 5 GCSEs graded at 4 or above (counting 2 BTECs maximum). A grade 4 in English or Maths Students should also have achieved Grade 5 English language GCSE and Drama (if studied). A commitment to extra-curricular Drama would be advisable.

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

  • Rainham School for Girls

    DERWENT WAY, GILLINGHAM, ME8 0BX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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