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GCEA Drama & Theatre

at West Coventry Academy, Coventry · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This course will develop you not only as a performer but also in the areas of interpretation, analysis and a broad range of literature across contrasting time periods and styles. You will benefit from both individual work and explorative group sessions where you will learn the importance of ensemble work along with self-evaluation and development. This course and exam board will develop you excellently for university, stage school or work within the industry and will also develop your interpersonal skills to enable you to apply your knowledge and experience to any situation or course you choose to follow. Along-side subject specific skills you will develop a strong awareness of yourself in a range of situations and you will be able to work with confidence and strong knowledge base.

What you need to get on

Both internal and external pupils wishing to enter the sixth form will be expected to have met the same minimum academic entry requirements for the sixth form. This is a minimum of 3 GCSE grade 4s and grade 4 in English AND Maths. This course additionally requires grade 5 in English Language, and grade 6 in Drama (grade 5s considered). Please note, we may adjust our offer each year. Check the school's website for up to date courses.

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

  • West Coventry Academy

    Tile Hill Lane, Coventry, CV4 9PW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Coventry

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