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. | ||||
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| 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) |
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| Learning hours | Grade 8 = 240 Grade 7 = 180 Grade 6 = 139 |
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| 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 |
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| Qualification sector | 09 Arts, Media and Publishing 09.1 Performing Arts |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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