DR203

Level 2 Drama

Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: S Pats 1.

This course may be selected. However, placement will depend on number of places available and whether it fits in the timetable schedule.

Level: 2
Code: DR203
Course
Information:
This course builds on skills gained in NCEA Level 1 Drama. It requires in and out
of class time work and further develops students’ skills in devising, acting,
responding and reflecting on theatre practice, effective communication and group
responsibility. All senior students who take this course will be expected to perform
a practical role in a major class performance. This course also gives students the
chance to learn about different theatre forms and explore the work of a range of
theatre practitioners. In addition, there are some charges for travelling to see public
performances. Students can gain 14 NCEA Level 2 reading and 8 writing credits
from this course.
Prerequisites: At least 14 credits in a Year 11 English course.
Students who do not meet these prerequisites and wish to enrol for this course
must see the teacher-in-charge to discuss their suitability.
Credits: 22 (18 internal, 2 external)
Cost: Approximately $40 for two theatre trips (optional).

This course is taught at St Patrick's College.

Credit Information

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

Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 18 credits.

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. 91214 v2
NZQA Info
Drama 2.2 - Devise and perform a drama to realise an intention
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
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
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 18
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 13
Total Numeracy Credits: 0