L3 Drama
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Lunt.
NCEA Level 3 Drama (3DRA)
Drama at its core inspires the love of exploring imagination physically.
At level 3, Drama continues to develop the skills students have been building on in level 2 Drama. It also continues to grow students confidence in performing.
The course begins by expanding students’ knowledge of the influences of theatre. This will inspire students in their own original drama. As the course continues, students are able to use these skills and learning to perform more sustained and in depth characterisation. At level 3 we should begin to lose the actor within the character.
There is one theatre trip per year to see a show. This is to expand students’ knowledge of theatre and for use should the student choose to sit the External exam.
Drama helps to create confident, adaptable team players. It enables creative thinking in all aspects of a student’s life at Kaipara and beyond.
Through a pedagogy of Guidance + Action + Experimentation, students who learn in the Arts Faculty will:
- Have opportunities to engage and experiment with a wide range of artistic expressions and genres in a safe supportive environment.
- Develop a love of the arts as a form of self expression and a leisure activity that supports wellbeing.
- Develop the skills and attitudes needed to gain access to further education and/or employment in the creative industries.
- Understand the role of the arts in the world as a tool for making diverse people/cultures visible and as a tool for social justice.
Prior Learning & Prerequisites
It is recommended students have taken Drama at level two and/or have extensive experience in performing extra curricular.
Pathway
There are a wide variety of career pathways related to Drama and performance. The confidence, public speaking and creative thinking skills will help students with any future pathway. University courses within the Performing Arts and related subjects. Careers using Drama, Music, and Performing Arts include:
Actor (working in film, Television and Theatre), Theatre Technician, Stage Manager, Prop Builder, Arts Administrator, Barrister, Musician (solo, band, orchestra), Drama or Music Teacher, Songwriter, Broadcaster, Choreographer, Cinematographer, Playwright, Copywriter.
Assessment Information
A combination of the above Achievement Standards will be on offer in consultation with students.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.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Drama 2.9 - Direct a scene for drama performance
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Drama 3.1 - Interpret scripted text to integrate drama techniques in performance
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Drama 3.2 - Devise and perform a drama to realise a concept
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Drama 3.4 - Select and use complex performance skills associated with a drama form or period
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Drama 3.6 - Perform a substantial acting role in a significant production
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Drama 3.7 - Demonstrate understanding of live drama performance
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Drama 3.8 - Script a drama suitable for live performance
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 27
At least 14 Achieved credits are required in an approved subject for the subject to count as an approved University Entrance subject.
Pathway Tags
Actor, Teacher, Diversional Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Author, Dancer, Entertainer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant, Film, Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Television Presenter,
Disclaimer
IMPORTANT: Selection of a course does not guarantee entry into the course. Courses may not run due to low numbers, and timetable clashes may occur. Entry into a course may depend on prior performance in the subject area at the Dean and/or Head of Faculty's discretion. In any of the above listed situations, the student will be consulted about alternative courses during the course confirmation process.