Level 3 Drama

What should I have already achieved?

• For the best chance of success, it is recommended that you have completed Level 2 Drama in the previous year. However, students who have demonstrated a passion for performing arts, either within school or externally, are also encouraged to enrol.
  
  

What will I learn?

• In Level 3 Drama, you will further develop your drama literacy and skills. 

• You will be challenged to create coherent and effective performances, applying and justifying your use of drama elements, performance techniques, creative conventions, and technologies to realise your dramatic intentions.

• You will refine your mastery of drama techniques, confidently utilising voice, body, movement, and space to create engaging, realistic, and impactful characters, stories, and stage presence. 

• Each performance unit will involve in-depth analysis and reflection on theatrical styles, themes, creative decisions, and dramatic intentions.

• The scripts and topics explored will foster a deeper appreciation of the rich history of drama across various cultures. You will also have opportunities to investigate your own and others' cultural heritage, histories, and ideas of interest.

• Drama encourages confidence, collaboration and critical examination of attitudes, behaviours, values, and biases, both your own and others'.

Drama is an approved subject for University Entrance and offers an opportunity to pursue academic Scholarship at Level 3.

How will this course be assessed?

• Assessment includes four internal standards and one external exam. 

• The total amount of credits offered is 22. An additional 10 credits are avaliable through optional standards.
  
  

What are the course costs?

• There are no mandatory fees. 

• Optional workshops and performances may incur additional costs, subject to caregiver approval.