Drama

(OPTIONAL EXAMINATION SUBJECT)

DRAMA

EDUQAS EXAMINING BOARD (GCSE 9-1)

AIM


The WJEC/Eduqas GCSE in Drama is an exciting, inspiring and practical course, which promotes involvement in and enjoyment of drama.
Additionally, it provides opportunities to attend live theatre performances and to develop skills as informed and thoughtful audience members.

Students will be given opportunities to participate in and interpret their own and others' drama and have the option to work practically as a performer and/or a designer.

CONTENT


What to expect in the non-exam assessment practical (60% of qualification)

ASSESSMENT


What to expect in the written exam assessment (40% of qualification) 


The exam component will be assessed at the end of the qualification and will be 1 hour and 30 minutes in length. Students will have to complete two compulsory sections.