Dance

Assessment

Component 1: Performance and choreography What’s assessed • Solo performance linked to a specified practitioner within an area of study • Performance in a quartet • Group choreography How it’s assessed • Practical exam – 50% of A-level Component 2: Critical engagement What’s assessed Knowledge, understanding and critical appreciation of two set works. • One compulsory set work within the compulsory area of study • One optional set work within the corresponding area of study, from a choice of four. How it’s assessed • Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes – 50% of A-level