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RSL Level 3 Diploma in Creative and Performing Arts

at Stoke Damerel Community College, Plymouth · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Drama course is practical and creative supported by a variety of research and written tasks. It is in four units 1. PRACTITIONERS IN PRACTICE. The study of two contrasting theatre practitioners which will lead to a devised polished performance piece accompanied by a research project and a portfolio. 2. EXPLORING AND PERFORMING TEXT. A practical exploration of a play leading towards a final group performance accompanied by a pro forma of your artistic intention for the play. This will be directed by your teacher 3. ANALYSING PERFORMANCE. This has two sections – Section A is the practical exploration of two plays and Section B is writing a theatre review. This will lead to a written exam in the second year. 4. DECONSTRUCTING TEXTS FOR PERFORMANCE. Practically exploring one play from the perspective of a Director. Your practical understanding and knowledge will be shown in a written exam at the end of the second year. Assessment in the first year will be by performance and a written research report and portfolio. In the second year there will be another (teacher directed) performance and then at the end of the two years there are two written exams based on practical work.

What you need to get on

Grades 5 - 9 in English and Maths GCSE plus at least 3 other subjects. You will usually need to achieve at least a grade 6 in the subject you wish to study.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

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

  • Stoke Damerel Community College

    Somerset Place, Plymouth, PL3 4BD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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