Acting and Drama: Intermediate / Advanced
Course Description
This course offers the chance to develop your acting ability in a constructive and enjoyable environment. It is suitable for people who can confidently and effectively apply the skills required to engage in an acting class (see Course Content and Requirements). At the end of the first session, your individual level will be assessed. You may be asked to move to the afternoon session – Acting & Drama Workshop - so we can ensure that you make progress and get the best out of your course.
Location: Camden
Course Requirements
Although you do not need a broad knowledge or experience of theatre, you will be expected to manage from the start punctuality, concentration, self-motivation and social skills for sustained collaboration and effective team-work. Finally, you will also need to complete an Individual Learning Plan.
Course Content
Includes work on a range of techniques and approaches: sight-reading; line-learning; managing response and reaction; physical, vocal, spatial development and application; improvisation structures and approaches; warm up participation and application; timing awareness and application; text and scene analysis; text investigation through practical work; analysis and reflection of own practical work.
Teaching and Learning Methods
You will learn through, practical activities, group exercises and peer assessment, listening and analysis, demonstration and discussion, use of supporting online materials, individual practice, use of ILT and continuous assessment. There is no homework associated with the sessions but please do discuss extension activities with your tutor.
Assessment
You will be continually assessed through your practical activities and will receive feedback in a variety of ways such as peer assessment, verbal and written feedback from your teacher. This is a non-accredited course but a certificate of completion can be provided by the College on request.
Next Steps and Progression
Once you have completed the course, you may choose to enrol on a further term in this subject or another subject. Advice and Guidance for all further study is available from the Curriculum Manager by request.
Additional Information
For more information, please contact the Learner Services Team via Live Chat or on 020 7255 4700 or email LearnerServices@wmcollege.ac.uk.
Additional Learning Support
Teachers are supported to ensure their materials are inclusive to meet all learners needs. Provision of assistive equipment is available and access support can be provided through reasonable adjustments, subject to an assessment by the ALS team and/or the Disability Officer. Digital Learning support is available in the Learning Centre at our Camden site. Careers advice and guidance is also available to all learners.
Additional Costs
WM College is able to provide financial support with course fees and you may be eligible based on prior qualifications, if you are on a low income or on benefits. For more information and to find out if you are eligible, go to the Fees & Finance page on our website or contact the Learner Services team via Live Chat or on 020 7255 4700.
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