The Drama A Level focuses on the practical exploration of performance texts, including exploring them in the light of the work of theatre practitioners. The performance texts that will be studied for the exam will require students to articulate how they would perform in certain roles, design for certain scenes, and interpret a text for performance, putting practical work at the heart of the specification.
Five 9 to 4 grades including a 4 or better in English Language (a Level 2 pass or above in BTEC/OCR courses counts as 1 GCSE). Minimum 4 in GCSE Drama, or practical performance experience.
Component 1 Coursework, 80 marks (40% of the qualification) Component 2 Performance examination, 60 marks (20% of the qualification) Component 3 Written examination, 2 hours 30 minutes, 80 marks (40% of the qualification)
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| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, NE46 3JB |
The Drama A Level focuses on the practical exploration of performance texts, including exploring them in the light of the work of theatre practitioners. The performance texts that will be studied for the exam will require students to articulate how they would perform in certain roles, design for certain scenes, and interpret a text for performance, putting practical work at the heart of the specification.
Five 9 to 4 grades including a 4 or better in English Language (a Level 2 pass or above in BTEC/OCR courses counts as 1 GCSE). Minimum 4 in GCSE Drama, or practical performance experience.
Component 1 Coursework, 80 marks (40% of the qualification) Component 2 Performance examination, 60 marks (20% of the qualification) Component 3 Written examination, 2 hours 30 minutes, 80 marks (40% of the qualification)