Drama & Theatre A Level (Block A)

Applications Open - 13th October 2025

Applications Close - Not applicable

Entry Requirements - 5 x 4-9 grades, including English and maths. Individual course criteria apply

How to Apply -

External Students Please apply via KentChoices. Please note - after sending your application, you'll receive a welcome email from Applicaa asking for further information. https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/login.

Internal students - apply via Applicaa - you will receive an email from Applicaa on 27th November, or use the link here - https://abbey.applicaa.com/

Contact ncrouch@abbeyschoolfaversham.co.uk with any questions

The WJEC Eduqas A level in Drama and Theatre is an exciting and inspiring course which prepares learners for further study in Higher Education. The highly practical specification provides learners with the opportunity to devise engaging theatre and study a range of play texts and performance styles.

Component 1: Theatre Workshop (Internally assessed, 20% of qualification)

Learners participate in the creation, development and performance of a piece of theatre based on a reinterpretation of an extract from a text chosen from a list supplied by WJEC. The piece must be developed using the techniques and working methods of either an influential theatre practitioner or a recognised theatre company. A log book will be produced outlining the creative process.

Component 2: Text in Action (Assessed by a visiting examiner 40% of qualification)

Learners participate in the creation, development and performance of two pieces of theatre based on a stimulus supplied by WJEC. Students will devise a performance using the techniques and working methods of either an influential theatre practitioner or a recognised theatre company. Students will also study an extract from a text in a different style, chosen by the learner. A process and evaluation report will be created within one week of the final performances.

Component 3: Text in Performance (Written examination: 2 hours 30 minutes. 40% of qualification)

For sections A and B of the exam, learners will answer two questions based on two different texts chosen from a selection provided by WJEC, one written pre-1956 and one written post-1956. For section C, learners will answer a question based on a specified extract from a play text chosen by the exam board. Details of the 10-15 minute extract will be released during the first week of March, in the year within which the examination is to be taken.

Grade 4 in GCSE Drama or an individual audition/interview with Mrs T Bentley.

This specification provides a suitable foundation for the study of drama and theatre within the performing arts industry. However the creative nature, group work ethos and communication skills developed can help to provide students with the tools required within a vast range of employment opportunities.