This course allows students to develop skills in a range of practical drama elements including acting and directing. Theatre visits are central to the course and students can expect to see some fantastic live performances over the two years. In the first year students will perform a set text which they will have spent time throughout the year studying in a practical manner. Students will also explore a number of contemporary theatrical styles and key practitioners of Modern Theatre. Students will complete two research reports and two portfolios of work during the course. The course is heavily weighted on the written element with regards to the theoretical practices of performance. Students will study a further two texts from a chosen theme which is followed by an extended essay question.
- Grade 5 in Drama or Grade 5 in English - All students need a minimum of five GCSE passes (any subject) at grade 4 or better to study in Sixth Form.
Unit 1: – Practitioners in Practice 40% Non Examined Assessment Unit 2: – Exploring Texts for Performance 20% Non Examined Assessment Unit 3: – Analysing Performance 20% Written Exam Unit 4: – De-constructing Texts for Performance 20% Written Exam Assessment for the practical units also takes account of your own individual contribution to the process throughout the preparation period as well as your final performance which is important at this higher level as you seek to gain credit for your growing proficiency and skills in performing, analysing and devising.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Cottingwood Lane, Morpeth, NE61 1DN |
This course allows students to develop skills in a range of practical drama elements including acting and directing. Theatre visits are central to the course and students can expect to see some fantastic live performances over the two years. In the first year students will perform a set text which they will have spent time throughout the year studying in a practical manner. Students will also explore a number of contemporary theatrical styles and key practitioners of Modern Theatre. Students will complete two research reports and two portfolios of work during the course. The course is heavily weighted on the written element with regards to the theoretical practices of performance. Students will study a further two texts from a chosen theme which is followed by an extended essay question.
- Grade 5 in Drama or Grade 5 in English - All students need a minimum of five GCSE passes (any subject) at grade 4 or better to study in Sixth Form.
Unit 1: – Practitioners in Practice 40% Non Examined Assessment Unit 2: – Exploring Texts for Performance 20% Non Examined Assessment Unit 3: – Analysing Performance 20% Written Exam Unit 4: – De-constructing Texts for Performance 20% Written Exam Assessment for the practical units also takes account of your own individual contribution to the process throughout the preparation period as well as your final performance which is important at this higher level as you seek to gain credit for your growing proficiency and skills in performing, analysing and devising.