EDEXCEL Level 3 Advanced GCE in Drama and Theatre Studies
Qualification summary
The aims of the GCE in Drama and Theatre Studies encourages studnts to:
develop their interest and enjoyment in drama and theatre both as participants and as informed members of an audience, fostering an enthusiasm for and critical appreciation of the subject
develop understanding and appreciation of the significance of social, cultural and historical influences on the development of drama and theatre
experience a range of opportunities to develop a variety of dramatic and theatrical skills, enabling them to grow creatively and imaginatively in both deveised and scripted work
integrate theory and practice through their undertanding of critical concepts and the discriminating use of specialist terminology
These aims are expressed in a variety of ways throughout the specification. Each aim is included in some form in all four units. There is also a varied approach to these aims in each of the four units.
Qualification details
Accreditation start date:
Operational start date in centres:
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This qualification may form part of the entry requirements for progression to higher education or employment
No specific job occupation
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09 Arts, Media and Publishing
Coursework
Practical Examination
Written Examination
All AS Units are assessed through independent assessment
All A2 Units are assessed through independent assessment
There are four mandatory units
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L/500/8377 - Exploration of Drama and Theatre
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 20.00%.
Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
• Coursework.
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L/500/8380 - Exploration of Dramatic Performance
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 30.00%.
Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
• Practical Examination.
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K/500/8385 - Theatre Text in Context
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 20.00%.
Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
• Practical Examination.
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R/500/8378 - Theatre Text in Performance
The relative percentage weighting of this unit within the qualifications is 30.00%.
Assessment Methods (these supersede the ones in the Unit Details):
• Written Examination.