Drama and Theatre Studies
Oakgrove School - Milton Keynes
01908545300
Venturer Gate, Milton Keynes, MK10 9JQ
Course summary

The first component takes the form of a practical group project evidenced by a portfolio of written notes. In addition, students will study for two examined units, one practical and one written exam. Unit 1: Devising • Devising and performing an original piece, based upon a section from a text and influenced by the work of a practitioner • Portfolio of written notes [3000 words] • Assessed internally – moderated by exam board Unit 2: Text in Performance • Teacher directed group performance from a text, influenced by the work of a practitioner • Performance of a monologue/duologue from an extract from a second text • Written statement of intentions • Assessed by visiting examiner Unit 3: Theatre Makers in Practice • Review of live performance - 500 words notes to be taken into exam • Study of two complete set text • Page to stage realisation from a set text - 2 x questions explaining how an unseen extract from one text could be interpreted in performance. Response from point of view of performer and designer • Interpretation of one complete text in light of a second practitioner for performance to a contemporary audience. Response from the point of view of director

Entry requirements

4 in GCSE Drama is desired, although consideration may be given to students who did not take Drama GCSE, but who can demonstrate significant experience of extracurricular Drama.

How you'll be assessed

Component 1 is internally assessed. Weighting = 40% of A Level marks. Component 2 is a practical exam. Weighting = 20% of A Level marks. Component 3 is a written exam (2 hours 30 minutes). Weighting = 40% of A Level marks.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityMilton Keynes
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressVenturer Gate, Milton Keynes, MK10 9JQ