GCSE Drama

Teaching: Sep 2016

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GCSE Drama

Purpose	Reference
Qual Code	3690QS
QWADN	C00/0791/5
QN	603/0668/3

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Our GCSE Drama qualification is an exciting, inspiring and practical course. The specification promotes involvement in and enjoyment of drama, as performers and/or designers.

Additionally, it provides opportunities for learners to attend live theatre performances and to develop skills as informed and thoughtful audience members. Through following this specification, learners will be given opportunities to participate in and interpret their own and others' drama. They will also have the option to work practically as performers and/or designers in Units 1 and 2.

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WJEC/CBAC ENDORSED TITLES

Title	ISBN	Author/s
WJEC/Eduqas GCSE Drama (New spec from Sept 2016)	978-1-908682-88-8	Gary Nicholas

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Title	ISBN	Author/s
WJEC/Eduqas GCSE Drama: Study & Revision Guide	978-1-912820-27-6	Rachel Knightley

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