Drama and Theatre Studies is for students who wish to increase their practical and theoretical understanding of the theatre and performance. It is suitable for those who are interested in a career in the creative arts (a booming industry which is just as valuable in the UK as the financial industry), those who wish to study an A level which complements English Literature or indeed for those students who desire an interesting contrast between their options. The course has a strong practical element (either in acting, directing or design) but is sufficiently academic to meet higher education requirements. Drama and Theatre Studies suits students who enjoy a mix of individual skill development and team-based learning and who wish to develop presentation skills and improve self-confidence. For those students hoping to get into drama school, Drama and Theatre Studies is the most relevant A level subject to take. Other students might take advantage of the growing number of higher education courses related to Drama and Theatre Studies including scriptwriting, screenwriting, film studies, editing, costume, set design, lighting or sound. Studying Drama helps develop key business skills, such as creative thinking, negotiation, leadership, and collaboration - key transferable skills that will be useful in any industry.
Name: Drama & Theatre Studies Qualification title: GCE A Level in Drama and Theatre Studies Qualification type: Assessment Exam Board: AQA - The current information from the exam board is that from 2016: the AS will be decoupled from A-level, to provide strong stand-alone qualifications; AS students and A-level students can still be taught together in the first year of the course; 60% will be assessed through non-exam assessment (performance and portfolio); 40% of all AS and A-level Drama and Theatre will be assessed through a written exam; AS students will study three performance texts; A-level students will study five performance texts and devised drama. Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20150929 12:47:10 Updated 20161101 10:12:50
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Title: GCE A Level in Drama and Theatre Studies Qualification: GCE A Level in Drama and Theatre Studies Classification: Arts, Media and Publishing