Level 2 Drama
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Tucker.
Level Two Drama
This course continues to develop students’ dramatic performance skills and knowledge of drama practices and practitioners. It covers the following areas of study: drama techniques (voice, body awareness, space and movement), scripted and devised drama studies and developing knowledge of a drama/theatre form.
Students will be working in small groups throughout the year. The course suits students who have a strong interest in drama and theatre, and requires a high level of self-discipline and commitment. Students must be able to contribute to and participate effectively in group work, and have the ability to consistently maintain focus on set tasks.
Students must complete four compulsory internal assessments, totalling 18 credits. Students have the option of sitting the external examination, for an additional 4 credits, and with the potential of achieving a subject endorsement.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Drama 2.1 - Apply drama techniques in a scripted context
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Drama 2.2 - Devise and perform a drama to realise an intention
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Drama 2.3 - Discuss a drama or theatre form or period with reference to a text
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Drama 2.4 - Use complex performance skills associated with a drama or theatre form or period
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Drama 2.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a scripted production
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
Disclaimer
Availability of teaching staff and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Minimum class sizes.
Course structure and activities are subject to change.
Availability of teaching staff and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Meeting any course entry requirements
Minimum class sizes.
Course structure and activities are subject to change.
Availability of teaching staff and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Course structure and activities are subject to change.
Availability of teaching staff and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Department.