Examinations in Drama and Theatre Studies

The GCSE Drama exam has been available to students at St George's since it's conception.

GCSE in Drama (AQA)

This is a practical based course in modules supported by an analysis of character and presentation. The technical support through lighting, sound, make-up, props and set design are taught to the students via a "hands-on" approach.

See www.aqa.org.uk for further information on the syllabus

AS/A2 in Drama & Theatre Studies (AQA)

The students have full access to the materials, tools and technical provision for their productions. The aim of the course is to help a student to understand the process of given practitioners through practical study and realisation. The aesthetic through each discipline is the main target of their presentations. Study of Shakespeare, Ibsen, Chekov, Brecht and Stanislavsky asist the student to approach writing a production to a standard of professionalism commensurate to their ability.

See www.aqa.org.uk for further details on the syllabus.