It is assumed that candidates will have gained a level 4/Grade C in the GCSE Drama or an equivalent qualification at the end of Year 11. However, it may be possible for a student achieving a level 4 to study on the course but decisions will be made on an individual basis. It is desirable to have the ability to express yourself practically and to be able to document your work in a written portfolio and exam-based assessments. An interest in the theatre is essential and it is highly recommended that interested candidates should be involved in as many drama activities as possible - both in and out of school. The three mandatory units focus on: • Research – critical analysis and extended writing skills that aim to support students' progress to higher education. As possible performing arts practitioners, students will gain a good understanding of the work of influential practitioners to inform their work and practice (Unit – Investigating Practitioners’ Work). • An induction into the performing arts – where students will develop the appropriate skills and techniques in various performance disciplines such as acting, dance, musical theatre, and physical theatre (Unit – Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance). • Group performance – students will develop the essential skills for performing arts. You will develop physical techniques, as well as wider transferable skills such as being able to work collaboratively, personal management and organization (rehearsals, time management), being able to give and take direction, confidence in front of an audience, problem-solving, and teamwork students will understand different audiences in different environments and will learn to adapt performance to engage the target audience.
Five GCSEs at grade 4 and above. Plus a grade 4 in the relevant subject area. Grade 4/C or above in GCSE Drama (or a related creative/PA course).
Assessment is specifically designed to fit the purpose and objective of the qualification. It includes a range of assessment types and styles suited to vocational qualifications in the sector. There are three main forms of assessment: external, internal, and synoptic. The styles of external assessment used for qualifications are: ▪ Examinations–all learners take the same assessment at the same time. ▪ Normally with a written outcome set of tasks learners take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through the completion of a vocational task. Unit 1 Investigating Practitioners’ Work Research–critical analysis and extended writing skills that aim to support students ’progress to higher education. As possible performing arts practitioners, students will gain a good understanding of the work of influential practitioners to inform their work and practice. Unit 2 Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance An induction into the performing arts – where students will develop the appropriate skills and techniques in various performance disciplines such as acting, dance, musical theatre, and physical theatre. Unit 3 Group performance Students will develop the essential skills for the performing arts. You will develop physical techniques, as well as wider transferable skills such as being able to work collaboratively, personal management and organization (rehearsals, time management), being able to give and take direction, confidence in front of an audience, problem-solving, and teamwork students will understand different audiences in different environments and will learn to adapt performance to engage the target audience.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Beachley Road, Sedbury, Chepstow, NP16 7AA |
It is assumed that candidates will have gained a level 4/Grade C in the GCSE Drama or an equivalent qualification at the end of Year 11. However, it may be possible for a student achieving a level 4 to study on the course but decisions will be made on an individual basis. It is desirable to have the ability to express yourself practically and to be able to document your work in a written portfolio and exam-based assessments. An interest in the theatre is essential and it is highly recommended that interested candidates should be involved in as many drama activities as possible - both in and out of school. The three mandatory units focus on: • Research – critical analysis and extended writing skills that aim to support students' progress to higher education. As possible performing arts practitioners, students will gain a good understanding of the work of influential practitioners to inform their work and practice (Unit – Investigating Practitioners’ Work). • An induction into the performing arts – where students will develop the appropriate skills and techniques in various performance disciplines such as acting, dance, musical theatre, and physical theatre (Unit – Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance). • Group performance – students will develop the essential skills for performing arts. You will develop physical techniques, as well as wider transferable skills such as being able to work collaboratively, personal management and organization (rehearsals, time management), being able to give and take direction, confidence in front of an audience, problem-solving, and teamwork students will understand different audiences in different environments and will learn to adapt performance to engage the target audience.
Five GCSEs at grade 4 and above. Plus a grade 4 in the relevant subject area. Grade 4/C or above in GCSE Drama (or a related creative/PA course).
Assessment is specifically designed to fit the purpose and objective of the qualification. It includes a range of assessment types and styles suited to vocational qualifications in the sector. There are three main forms of assessment: external, internal, and synoptic. The styles of external assessment used for qualifications are: ▪ Examinations–all learners take the same assessment at the same time. ▪ Normally with a written outcome set of tasks learners take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through the completion of a vocational task. Unit 1 Investigating Practitioners’ Work Research–critical analysis and extended writing skills that aim to support students ’progress to higher education. As possible performing arts practitioners, students will gain a good understanding of the work of influential practitioners to inform their work and practice. Unit 2 Developing Skills and Techniques for Live Performance An induction into the performing arts – where students will develop the appropriate skills and techniques in various performance disciplines such as acting, dance, musical theatre, and physical theatre. Unit 3 Group performance Students will develop the essential skills for the performing arts. You will develop physical techniques, as well as wider transferable skills such as being able to work collaboratively, personal management and organization (rehearsals, time management), being able to give and take direction, confidence in front of an audience, problem-solving, and teamwork students will understand different audiences in different environments and will learn to adapt performance to engage the target audience.