Drama + Theatre Studies

Drama & Theatre Studies explores how theatre can be used to comment on the world we live in. You’ll develop your acting, directing and design skills, while building the confidence, literacy and interpersonal skills that are valued far beyond the stage.

What are the entry requirements?
You'll need a grade 4 in GCSE English. You'll also need to audition for the course, which usually takes the form of a group workshop. What will you learn?
What will you learn?
You'll study three components: Devising, where you create original performance material; Text in Performance, where you rehearse and perform extracts from two plays; and Theatre Makers in Practice, analysing live theatre and exploring how texts can be reimagined.
Do I need previous drama experience?
There's no formal prerequisite to have studied GCSE Drama, but you will need to audition, usually through a group workshop, to secure your place.
What can this course lead to?
Past students have gone on to study Drama, Acting and Stage Management at university and drama school, as well as courses in law, architecture, politics and business, thanks to the strong transferable skills this course builds.

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