Teacher in Charge: Mrs P. Fahitua, Ms C. Harkins.
Recommended Prior LearningA satisfactory Year 10 Drama course or HOF approval.
Drama
Drama provides Äkonga an opportunity to develop important life skills (for example self-confidence, thinking, collaboration, creativity, teamwork and self-discipline) and this course allows students to study Drama through practical experience. It will suit anyone who has a strong interest in drama and theatre. The course includes the following areas of exploration: drama techniques (voice, movement and body awareness), devising drama, reviewing performances and demonstrating knowledge of drama and theatre forms.
Leads to Level 2 Drama
Career PathwaysDiversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Author, Dancer, Entertainer, Film/Television Camera Operator, Make-up Artist, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Horse Trainer, Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryThere is no cost associated with this course.
Stationery Requirements:
1 Lined Refill
1 60-Page Display Book
Course Selection does not guarantee entry, some courses have credit requirements and/or will be reviewed by the Head of Faculity.
Any Costs, Equipment or Unit Standards are a guideline and may change.
Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it. Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.
Costs
Rutherford College aims to deliver educational courses over and above that which is funded by the Ministry, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant may be requested, and we appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.