Drama is a practical, hands-on subject where you will explore and develop a range of drama skills and approaches to communicating thoughts and ideas to an audience. You will develop a range of acting skills in relation to portraying characters. You will also develop a knowledge and understanding of social and cultural influences on drama, as well as learn how to evaluate your own progress and that of others.
The course comprises two areas of study.
Drama Skills
Drama Production Skills
The course assessment has two components totalling 120 marks:
Component 1: question paper – worth 60 marks
Component 2: performance – worth 60 marks.
S4 Entry
Learners should have achieved 4th Level CfE in Drama
S5 or S6 Entry
As above or National 4 Drama