Drama and Theatre Studies
St Edward's School - Oxfordshire
01865319323
Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 7NN
Course summary

A-Level Drama and Theatre Studies will allow you to unleash your creativity and broaden your horizons with. This varied and exciting course allows you to explore the world through developing captivating performances which you will devise with your peers , crafting original pieces of performance in the remarkable spaces St. Edwards has to offer, and understanding the theory to why and how we make great theatre. You will get to study influential plays of the 20th and 21st centuries, you’ll have the chance to perform and challenge your perceptions. The subject content for A Level Drama and Theatre Studies is divided into three components: 1. Drama and theatre 2. Creating original drama 3. Making theatre In the practical components pupils, whilst most students choose to specialise in performing; lighting, sound, set, costume, puppets and directing are also areas where students can focus their interests. Through practical exploration you’ll create awe-inspiring performances which will be shared with audiences in our community, you will get the chance to immerse yourself in theatrical history and develop skills that extend beyond the stage.

Entry requirements

Sixth Form candidates are expected to achieve strong GCSE grades across the board. As a minimum, pupils should gain a 7 or above at GCSE in the subjects (or relevant subjects) they hope to study at A Level or at Higher Level within the IB. Particularly at A Level, that requirement moves up to an 8 for either Maths or any of the three traditional Sciences.

How you'll be assessed

COMPONENT 1: DRAMA AND THEATRE How it’s assessed: • Written exam: 3 hr 80 marks • 40% of A Level COMPONENT 2: CREATING ORIGINAL DRAMA (PRACTICAL) How it’s assessed: • Working notebook 40 marks • Devised performance 20 marks • 30% of A Level This component is marked by teachers and moderated by AQA. COMPONENT 3: MAKING THEATRE (PRACTICAL) How it’s assessed: • Performance of Extract 3 40 marks • Reflective report 20 marks • 30% of A Level

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityOxfordshire
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Gender TypeCo-Educational
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AddressWoodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 7NN