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Speech and Drama Examinations

 
Speech and Drama Examinations
Summary These qualifications are part of an assessment system of 8 grades. The system provides a structured approach that: enables students to master progressively the understanding, knowledge and skills necessary for effective oral communication and dramatic performance; fosters learning through drama; and encourages a love of theatre and literature.
Tariff entry The qualification was first considered for UCAS Tariff points in March 2006. Points came into effect for entry to higher education from 2008 onwards.

Points for the LAMDA Level 3 Certificate in Speech and Drama: Performance Studies (PCertLAM) come into effect for entry to higher education from 2009.

Expert Group report (PDF)
Learning hours Grade 8 = 240
Grade 7 = 180
Grade 6 = 139
UCAS Tariff points Grades PCertLAM Grade 8 Grade 7 Grade 6
Distinction
Merit
Pass
90
80
60
65
60
45
55
50
35
40
35
20
Qualification sector 09 Arts, Media and Publishing
09.1 Performing Arts
Awarding body 1. Trinity Guildhall/ Trinity College London www.trinitycollege.co.uk
2. London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) www.lamda.org.uk
3. London College of Music & Media (LCMM)/Thames Valley University (TVU) www.tvu.ac.uk
4. English Speaking Board (ESB) www.esbuk.org
NDAQ Entry Visit the National Database of Accredited Qualifications website:
1. www.accreditedqualifications.org.uk/QualificationSearchResults.aspx?Type=AdvancedQln&Level3=Active&OrganisationId=12066&QualificationType=NotSet&Page=1&PageSize=10
2. www.accreditedqualifications.org.uk/QualificationSearchResults.aspx?Type=AdvancedQln&Level3=Active&OrganisationId=12005&QualificationType=NotSet&Page=1&PageSize=10
3. www.accreditedqualifications.org.uk/QualificationSearchResults.aspx?Type=AdvancedQln&Level3=Active&OrganisationId=86696&QualificationType=NotSet&Page=1&PageSize=10
4. www.accreditedqualifications.org.uk/qualification/10025479.seo.aspx