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GCE A Level in Drama and Theatre

at Sackville School, East Grinstead · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A level drama is an excellent preparation for higher education courses, particularly because it develops a range of important transferable skills including creative thinking, empathy, teamwork, communication, negotiation, leadership, analysis and evaluation. The course has enjoyable and varied approaches to study including a strong practical element which allows students to work with excellent facilities and resources. You would enjoy this course if you love acting or technical design, enjoy working as part of a team, have a good directorial eye, are interested in learning more about theatre styles and practitioners and love going to the theatre and reading plays.

What you need to get on

Five GCSEs at grade 5 or above including a 5 or above in English language or literature. Also, a grade 5 or above in GCSE drama or a merit or higher in BTEC performing arts. Most important is commitment and excellent attendance.

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

  • Sackville School

    Lewes Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3TY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · East Grinstead

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