Year 10 and 11 Learning

Students can choose to study either Dance or Drama as a BTEC Tech Level 2 Award at Key Stage 4. Both courses follow the same structure. Students have 3 lessons a fortnight.

Year 10

	Topic	Key Content
Autumn Term	Component 1: Exploring the performing arts	Detailed exploration of three varied professional works with analysis of a specific style Stylistic qualities of the professional works Intentions and purpose the professional works Actors and directors / dancers and choreographers’ responsibilities and skills for specific productions
Spring/Summer Term	Component 2: Developing skills and techniques in performing arts	Develop performance skills as an actor/dancer Apply appropriate performance skills to extracts of existing professional works Evaluate your own skill development and performances

Year 11

	Topic	Key Content
Autumn Term	Component 3: Responding to a brief (preparation)	Create and develop a performance piece in response to a brief Work effectively as a company of actors/dancers Explore and apply techniques used by professional practitioners Create and execute a rehearsal schedule Apply appropriate rehearsal techniques Document and reflect on the creative process Evaluate your workshop performance
Spring/Summer Term	Component 3: Responding to a brief (Exam)	Apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the autumn term (and Component 1 & 2) to the externally set brief