12DRA

Level 2 Drama

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs M. Hale.

Level 2 Drama

The Level Two course comprises both external and internal Drama Achievement Standards. The course offers writing, researching, and performance-based standards in a supportive, fun, and rewarding environment. 

Drama challenges students to make meaning of their world and provides knowledge and skills that are transferable to various work-related contexts. This course encourages students to take on new challenges and aims to get students out of the classroom and into new environments. Level Two drama students will be exposed to a range of aspects within creative industries; television filming, lighting workshops, and attending live theatre. 

There are some opportunities to work individually but a core element of this course is working with others, so the willingness to be part of a team is essential. 

Course Overview

Term 1
Students will explore a range of topical issues; selecting one to create a performance around. During this term, there will be an opportunity to attend live theatre in preparation for the exam in Term Four.

Term 2
This term focuses on the nature of a script - writing, editing, performing. This will explore stage vs screen and develop an understanding of stagecraft, voice, and teamwork. During this term, there will be an opportunity to attend live theatre in preparation for the exam in Term Four.

Term 3
Term 3 provides students with the option to select a practical assessment or a research-based assessment. The focus for this will be a play script and writer as chosen by the class. During this term, there will be an opportunity to attend live theatre in preparation for the exam in Term Four.

Term 4
This term will be focused on revision for the external exam.

Recommended Prior Learning

There are no prerequisites for this course however language-rich subjects are beneficial. 

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

There may be a cost involved for viewing live theatre.
Highlighter
Pencil
Clearfile (optional)

Pathway

Confidence, public speaking, creative thinking, ability to analyse, relating to others, and being able to develop ideas are valuable skills this course focuses on. These skills underpin a range of vocations including; Law, Marketing, Business, Human Relations, Politics, and Education.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 25
Internal Assessed Credits: 17
External Assessed Credits: 8
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91213 v2
NZQA Info

Drama 2.1 - Apply drama techniques in a scripted context


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91215 v3
NZQA Info

Drama 2.3 - Discuss a drama or theatre form or period with reference to a text


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91216 v4
NZQA Info

Drama 2.4 - Use complex performance skills associated with a drama or theatre form or period


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91218 v2
NZQA Info

Drama 2.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a scripted production


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91219 v2
NZQA Info

Drama 2.7 - Discuss drama elements, techniques, conventions and technologies within live performance


Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91220 v2
NZQA Info

Drama 2.8 - Script a scene suitable for drama performance


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4w
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 25
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 21
Total Numeracy Credits: 0