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A LEVELS
Subject also available as:
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DRAMA &
THEATRE STUDIES
CODE
COURSE TITLE
MA033
A-level Drama &
Theatre Studies
LEVEL
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
PROGRESSION
DURATION
3
A-level entry requirements, including:
• Evidence of an interest in the
theatre
• A successful audition
Higher education
or employment
2 years
Drama and Theatre Studies is a highly practical course
which explores the creative processes of theatre making
from the perspectives of an audience member, performer,
designer and director. Through the exploration of set texts
and live performance, you will develop your performance,
creative, critical and analytical skills.
You will be a part of our Bury College School of
Performance, where you will have the opportunity to
POSITIVE
FUTURES
SKILLS FOR JOBS
SKILLS FOR LIFE
Positive Futures is a set of essential
qualities, embedded throughout
your study programme, that we
seek to develop in all students:
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take part in a wide range of performances, showcases
and enrichment activities.
You will attend the theatre at least twice as part of
your course, in the past students have visited London’s
National Theatre and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. We
also offer the opportunity for students to gain LAMDA
performance qualifications in Acting and/or Musical
Theatre.
TOPICS YOU
WILL STUDY
HOW YOU WILL
BE ASSESSED
• Devising - creating original
performance from a text stimulus
• Text in Performance - taking on a
performance or design role in a
practical, tutor directed piece and
solo/paired performance
• Theatre Makers in Practice - exploring
theatre making through the analysis of
live performance and two set texts
• 40% coursework
• 20% practical performance exam
• 40% written exam
Commitment
Collaboration
Confidence
Resilience
You will also engage in the Positive
Futures Careers Programme,
developing key employability
skills through a diverse range of
activities including work placements,
volunteering, employer talks,
industry study visits and employment
and university fairs.
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