Central Saint Michael’s offers A Level Drama & Theatre, a creative and academic qualification that combines practical performance with the study of theatre and dramatic texts. The course is ideal for students who enjoy acting and performance, theatre production, script analysis, creative collaboration and exploring how theatre reflects society.
Students explore a range of theatrical styles, practitioners, and plays while developing their own performance skills. Topics typically include performance and acting techniques, theatre history and practitioners, script interpretation and analysis, devising original performances and live theatre evaluation. You’ll study both practical and theoretical aspects of theatre.
No. While performing is an important part of the course, Drama & Theatre is suitable for students interested in acting, directing, scriptwriting, theatre design, production and technical theatre. Confidence grows throughout the course, and previous stage experience is not always required.
The course includes a mixture of practical performances, devised theatre projects, written coursework and final written examinations. This balance allows students to demonstrate both creative and academic skills.
Drama develops a wide range of transferable skills, including communication and presentation, confidence and public speaking, teamwork and collaboration, creativity and problem-solving, critical analysis and evaluation, time management and organisation. These skills are highly valued by universities and employers.
Drama & Theatre qualifications can support progression into careers such as acting and performance, theatre production, directing, teaching, media and broadcasting, events management, marketing and public relations, arts administration. Many students also pursue careers outside the creative industries, using the communication and leadership skills developed through drama.
Yes. A Level Drama & Theatre carries UCAS points and can lead to degrees in subjects such as drama and theatre studies, acting, musical theatre, performance, media and communications, English, and education. The qualification is widely recognised by universities across the UK.
Yes, performance is an important part of the course. However, students are supported throughout their development and build confidence gradually through workshops, rehearsals, and group activities. Many students find their confidence grows significantly during the course.
Drama A Level works particularly well alongside subjects such as English, media studies, film studies, history, psychology and sociology. These combinations are popular with students interested in creative, humanities, and social science careers.
Yes. Students analyse live theatre performances and explore how professional productions use acting, design lighting, sound and directing. This helps develop a deeper understanding of theatre as an art form.
Not at all. Drama develops skills that are valuable in many professions, including law, teaching, business, marketing, public relations and management. Employers often value drama students for their communication, confidence, and teamwork skills.
Students benefit from a university-style learning environment, opportunities for practical performance and creative development, experienced performing arts tutors and strong progression routes into university and creative careers. Drama & Theatre at Central Saint Michael’s helps students develop creativity, confidence, and the ability to communicate effectively – skills that are valuable throughout life and work.
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