OPTIONAL SUBJECTS
OPTIONAL SUBJECTS
Drama This qualification develops performance, creativity, and analytical skills through practical exploration and academic study of drama and theatre. Students gain experience in acting, devising original pieces, and analysing live performances, building confidence, collaboration, and communication skills. AQA GCSE Drama provides a strong foundation for further study in Performing Arts, Theatre Studies, and careers requiring public speaking and creative thinking. Main Areas of Content The course is divided into three main areas: 1. Understanding Drama • Knowledge of drama and theatre, including stagecraft, roles, and conventions • Study of one set play text, exploring its context, themes, and staging • Analysis and evaluation of live theatre productions 2. Devising Drama • Creating original drama pieces in 2. Texts in Practice • P erformance of two extracts from a published play • F ocus on acting or design skills to communicate meaning to an audience Course Details: AQA GCSE Drama I. Qualification Code: 8261 II. Assessment Structure: • Component 1: Understanding Drama (Written Exam) Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes Marks: 80 response to a chosen stimulus • R ehearsal, performance, and documentation of the creative process • R eflective analysis of choices and outcomes
Food Preparation & Nutrition This qualification develops practical cookery skills and a strong understanding of nutrition, food science, and healthy living. Students learn how food choices affect health, the environment, and society while gaining hands-on experience in preparing a wide range of dishes. AQA GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition provides a foundation for further study in catering, hospitality, health sciences, and food technology. Main Areas of Content The course is divided into five key areas: 1. Food, Nutrition, and Health • Macronutrients, micronutrients, diet, and health needs across life stages. 2. Food Science • Functional and chemical properties of food, cooking methods, and food safety. 3. Food Safety • Non-Exam Assessment (NEA): Practical Tasks Marks: 100 Weighting: 50% Format: Two tasks set by AQA each year: • T ask 1: Food Investigation (30 marks) – Students explore scientific principles behind food processes.
Weighting: 40% Format: ▪ Section A: Multiple-choice questions on drama terminology and theatre roles ▪ Section B: Questions on the set play text ▪ Section C: Analysis and evaluation of a live theatre production • Component 2: Devising Drama (Practical & Portfolio) Marks: 80 Weighting: 40% Format: Practical performance of devised drama and a written or recorded logbook documenting the process • Component 3: Texts in Practice (Practical) Marks: 40 Weighting: 20% Format: Performance of two extracts from one play text, assessed by visiting examiner Potential Trips and Enrichment • Theatre visits to professional productions • Workshops with actors, directors, or theatre companies • Participation in school drama productions or festivals • Backstage tours to explore technical theatre and production roles
• Task 2: Food Preparation Assessment (70 marks) – Students plan, prepare, cook, and present a three-course menu in a set time.
• Food spoilage, contamination, and safe preparation, storage, and cooking practices. 4. Food Choice • Factors influencing food choices, cultural and ethical considerations, and sustainability. 5. Food Provenance • Food sources, production, processing, and environmental impacts. Course Details: AQA GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition I. Qualification Code: 8585 II. Assessment Structure: • Written Exam: Food Preparation and Nutrition Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes Marks: 100 Weighting: 50%
Potential Trips and Enrichment • Visits to food production companies or farms • Guest demonstrations from professional chefs or nutritionists • Workshops on international cuisine or healthy eating campaigns • Participation in cooking competitions or community food projects
Format: Theory-based exam covering all five content areas; multiple-choice, structured, and extended-response questions.
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