AS/A Level Theatre Studies and Drama

Stockton Sixth Form College

A Level

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Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Stockton-on-tees

  • Duration

    2 Years

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Stockton-On-Tees (Cleveland)
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Bishopton Road West, TS19 0QD

Start date

On request

About this course

At least 5 A* to C passes at GCSE
A good grade (A* to C) in GCSE English Language is required

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Course programme

AS/A Level Theatre Studies and Drama
  • Level: AS/A Level
  • Duration: 2 years
Why should I choose this course?
  • I want to know more about the theatre - great writers, actors, designers and thinkers
  • I enjoy both group work and individual research
  • I am looking for a course which is a mixture of theory and practice
What does the course consist of?
  • Studying drama texts, including one play written before 1700
  • Analysing public performances - there will be several group theatre visits during the course
  • Keeping a diary of productions you have seen and making notes on all aspects such as lighting, sets, sound effects and costuming
  • Learning about the work of key theatrical practitioners and their influence on modern theatre
How is this course assessed?
  • 40% of the course is practical. You will have to demonstrate individual skill in, for example, acting, and work as part of a group to present an extract from a published play
  • You submit a written portfolio reflecting on the process
  • One written examination unit in first year
  • One written examination unit in second year
What might this course lead on to?
  • A University or drama school course in Theatre Studies
  • A career in the Theatre, although Theatre Studies develops interpersonal and organisational skills which are relevant to success in most careers
  • Drama therapist; drama/film critic; teacher; performer
  • Any job which needs good communication skills, the ability to work with others and flexibility

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