NCEA Level 3 Drama
Course Description
In this course, we will develop a deeper understanding of performance drama through individual, pair and whole class performance assessments.
We will continue to develop your techniques; by exploring well-known texts; devising your own script, and performing a substantial role in a class play for a public audience. This final assessment is a culmination of all aspects of Drama.
The Level 3 Drama course builds on the knowledge and skills learnt in Level 2 Drama and will extend you if you have previous outside experience in drama.
Recommended Prior Learning
You should have gained at least 12 credits in Level 2 Drama or an audition with the Head of Department.
Contributions and Equipment/ Stationary - Costs are applicable for Adult students only
Stationery: 2B8
Off site activities approximately: $50
There will be an opportunities to extend learning with visits to live performances and/or attend specialist workshops in school.
Pathway
Job options
Jobs directly related to the drama course include:
Broadcast/media presenter
Actor
Drama therapist
Cast, Crew & Runner, broadcasting/film/video
Theatre director
Theatre stage manager
Secondary school teacher
Jobs where the Drama course would be useful include:
Arts administrator
Choreographer
Community arts worker
Events Management
Further education teacher
Media researcher
Music producer
Teacher
Special effects technician
Talent agent
Television floor manager
Theatre manager
Organisations that often employ Drama graduates include:
Educational institutions
Arts organisations
Museums/Galleries
Events Organisations
Media companies
Hospitality, tourism and leisure organisations.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
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 3.2 - Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Drama 3.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a significant production
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
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Drama 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 14
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
Costs may change and credits will differ!
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