Level Three Drama
Level
NCEA Level 3 with Achievement Standards
Entry Requirement
It is strongly recommended to have completed either Level 1 or Level 2 Drama. It does build on L1 Drama and L2 Drama extending and developing practical skills and knowledge.
Cost
Nil
Course Outline
During the course students will be able to
- integrate drama techniques to communicate meaning in the performance of both improvised and scripted drama.
- use elements and conventions to devise, script and perform drama.
- investigate and analyse texts characteristic of a drama/theatre form.
- Analyse, apply and reflect critically on drama processes and performance in a new context.
- research the works of a drama practitioner.
Assessment
Internals
AS 91512 - Integrated Drama Techniques in performance - 4 Credits
AS 91513 - Devise and perform drama performance - 5 Credits
AS 91515 - Performance of theatre form - 4 Credits
AS 91520 - Direct a play for performance - 5 Credits - Only specific students not all.
Externals
AS 91518 - Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance - 4 Credits
AS 91514 - Interpret a text from a prescribed playwright to demonstrate knowledge of a theatre form or period - 4 Credits
Where Does It Lead
The course leads to tertiary studies, at Theatre Studies Departments in Universities, Performing Arts Courses and Colleges of Education.