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GCSE and A-level Drama: submitting NEA sample files in summer 2024

For summer 2024 we’ve made changes to the way you submit your non-exam assessment (NEA) coursework samples for GCSE Drama and A-level Drama and Theatre.

Updated JCQ guidance: use of artificial intelligence in assessments

The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) has published updated guidance on artificial intelligence (AI) use in assessments.

GCSE and A-level Drama specification changes: new editions of set plays

We've updated our GCSE Drama and A-level Drama and Theatre specifications to reflect changes to the prescribed editions of set plays.

Creating a more inclusive curriculum for the creative arts

In our latest blog on equality, diversity and inclusion in our qualifications, our Head of Curriculum for Creative Arts, Sandra Allan, explains the further work we’ve done to bring greater diversity to our creative arts subjects.

GCSE and A-level Drama: Component 3 arrangements for summer 2024

Find out when Component 3 visiting exams will be taking place in 2024 for GCSE Drama and A-level Drama and Theatre.

New and improved GCSE Drama resources and support available

We've been reviewing our GCSE Drama resources and we're pleased to share what's been improved.

GCSE Drama: Components 2 and 3 – arrangements for summer 2023

For students taking exams in summer 2023, the usual arrangements for NEA are now in place. Here’s a reminder of the specification requirements for GCSE Drama.

GCSE and A-level Drama: return to Component 3 visiting exams for summer 2023

With exams back to normal, we’re delighted to confirm that we’ll be returning to visiting exams for Component 3 for GCSE Drama (8261) and A-level Drama and Theatre (7262) for summer 2023.

Free support events for teaching our new diverse plays

Join us for our free support events in June where we’ll be looking at our new diverse plays, giving you a practical toolkit for preparation and teaching.

Four new plays bring greater diversity to AQA drama qualifications

We’re giving GCSE and A-level Drama students access to a more diverse range of texts by adding four new plays by writers from ethnic minority backgrounds to our courses.