GCSE Drama: How is the qualification assessed?

Our GCSE in Drama consists of three components:

• ‘Devising drama’ (01/02) is internally assessed. This component is a non-exam assessment and consists of a portfolio and a performance. Students can take on the role of performer or designer (lighting, sound, set or costume). 

• ‘Presenting and performing texts' (03) is externally assessed. This component is a non-exam assessment and consists of a performance showcase for a visiting examiner. The text for the non-exam component can be chosen by the centre. Students can take on the role of performer or designer (lighting, sound, set or costume). 

• ‘Drama: Performance and response’ (04) is an examined component. Section A consists of short-answer questions relating to the study of a text. Section B is an extended response, analysing and evaluating a live drama performance.

 Further information about the different components can be found within the specification.