Southland Boys’ High School Southland Boys’ High School

NCEA Level 3 Drama

L3DRA
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Buick.

Recommended Prior Learning

Level 2 Drama.

This is a course for students who are interested in extending their communication skills.  The Level 3 NCEA Drama course is based around a range of drama skills and techniques including devising, developing understanding of drama forms, performing in front of an audience, use of theatre technologies, and the sustained portrayal of role. Students will be encouraged to view and take part in performance opportunities outside of the classroom. While becoming an actor may not be your career plan, the communication and literacy skills that Drama provides make it useful across a huge variety of careers. Prerequisite: 14 credits in Level 2 Drama, or HOF approval. (13 R, 4 W)




Learning Areas:

Performing Arts


Assessment Information

One, or both of the following Assessments can be made available for students who show talents as Writers or Directors in class. They are offered at the Teacher’s discretion.

• 91520 Direct a Drama performance.

• 91519 Script a Drama suitable for live performance.

Career Pathways

Diversional and Recreational 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, Television, Radio or Stage), Horse Trainer, Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor



			
					
					Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
										
• 1 x document wallet

• 1 x A4 refill pad

• 1 x 20 page clear file

										

								


				





    

        
Disclaimer

        
Southland Boys' High School endeavours to timetable courses depending on students' needs, interests and future plans.  Many factors can influence whether a course is able to be offered in the following year.  These can include:
These factors can also impact on timetabling, and as a result students will be asked for input about any clashes that may occur.
Where a course is not able to be run, students' back-up subjects will be used.  If there are issues with student selections and the timetabling process, students will have the opportunity to make a decision in conjunction with staff input on the best solution.