12DRA

Year 12 Drama

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs K. Backhouse-Smith.

The Senior Drama course offers an exciting and dynamic exploration of theatre, combining practical skills with critical analysis. It emphasises the creation of original work, performance, and the study of technological aspects in theatre. Students will develop essential life skills such as teamwork, handling criticism, problem-solving, confidence, and time management.Throughout the course, students will investigate the role of New Zealand theatre, considering whether it serves to educate, heal, or entertain. They will explore different theatre forms and their relevance in contemporary society. 

Practical components include applying drama elements, conventions, techniques, and technologies to create full-scale public performances and engaging with various scripted works. Students will also have the chance to devise their own pieces and develop scripts. Attendance at live theatre performances is encouraged and can contribute to the external written exam. 

The course is designed for students in Years 11, 12, and 13, with assessments based on Level 2 and 3 credits, totalling between 12 and 18 credits.Overall, the course blends creativity with critical thinking, offering a comprehensive approach to understanding and producing theatre.

Recommended Prior Learning

Due to the group nature of all of the internal standards in this course, students who have a poor attendance record or choose to take a subject that requires major learning off campus may find it difficult to complete all group performance assessments.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Students are encouraged to attend live performances for materials to use in their external exam.

Pathway

You can continue on to complete the Level 3 Drama course that leads onto university courses.

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: 17
Internal Assessed Credits: 13
External Assessed Credits: 4
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
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 17
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 17
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Course selection will depend on the option lines and student numbers. There is no guarantee that the courses you select now will all be available for you in 2024.