Course information
Speech and Drama
Christopher Whitehead Language College - Worcestershire
01905423906
Bromwich Road, St John's, Worcester, WR2 4AF
Course summary

In BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Performing Arts, students will work practically in lessons developing their understanding of a broad range of theatre styles and practitioners; working collaboratively and independently. Students will need to be able to present ideas and negotiate their way through several performance styles in order to create a range of performances. Modules titles and codes: Unit 1- Investigating Practitioners’ Work. Unit 2- Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance. Unit 3: Group Performance Workshop Unit 19: Acting Styles

Entry requirements

Grade 5 in GCSE in English Literature and/or Language There is no requirement to have studied GCSE Drama, but it is expected that those who have should gain at least a grade 5 in GCSE Drama.

How you'll be assessed

Lessons will be practical based with a focus on the development, and application, of a range of performance skills. Students will be expected to attend rehearsals outside of lessons and there will be the need to attend live performances when possible (seeing theatre accounts for part of the wider reading). Lessons will follow the format of teacher and peer-led workshops followed by an analysis.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWorcestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBromwich Road, St John's, Worcester, WR2 4AF