LAMDA Subjects

The following subjects are regulated exams which mean the exams are credit-bearing qualifications aligned with the Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF), spanning across four levels:

Entry level
Level 1: Grades 1 to 3
Level 2: Grades 4 to 5
Level 3: Grades 6 to 8 (Medal Grades Bronze, Silver, and Gold)

Within each of these levels students can be awarded Pass, Merit or Distinction.

Acting
Working toward this exam boosts students' confidence and language skills. 

Students will:

• learn to express emotions effectively and understand different perspectives,

• improve their verbal communication and expand their vocabulary,

• develop a deeper appreciation for language and storytelling.

This holistic approach not only enhances their artistic abilities but also equips them with valuable life skills for success both on and off the stage.

Miming

Participating in this exam refines students' physical expression.

Students will:

• develop a deeper awareness of their own physicality,

• build confidence in their ability to convey ideas and emotions physically,

• broaden their cultural knowledge and appreciation of the performing arts.

This confidence extends beyond the stage, empowering students to communicate effectively in diverse social and professional settings.

Devising
Engaging in this exam builds students' confidence, language skills, and nurtures their personal development.

Students will:

• take ownership of the entire creative process,

• build confidence in their decision making,

• develop a richer vocabulary through script writing,

• hone their story telling skills through exploring structure and staging.

Overall, working toward this exam offers a dynamic learning experience that enhances both artistic talents and essential life skills.

Reading for Performance:

Participating in this exam offers students a unique opportunity to enhance their confidence, language proficiency, vocabulary, and performance skills.

Students will:

• craft their own recitals,

• develop confidence in interpretation and presentation skills,

• enhance language skills and vocabulary through exploring diverse themes and literary styles,

• build confidence in articulating ideas more eloquently.

By experimenting with different performance techniques and incorporating their own interpretations, students develop their artistic abilities and learn to engage audiences in meaningful and impactful ways.

Speaking In Public

Participating in this exam provides students with an experience that fosters confidence, language proficiency, vocabulary enrichment, and essential skills.

Students will:

• build confidence to overcome fears around public speaking,

• learn to express themselves effectively in front of an audience,

• develop language skills and vocabulary through researching topics and compiling presentations,

• refine communication skills by learning to structure and deliver speeches.

Through practice and feedback, students learn to engage audiences effectively and convey their messages persuasively, honing essential skills for effective communication in various personal and professional contexts.

Speaking Verse & Prose

In these exams, students cultivate a range of skills, including clear speech, voice projection, memorisation, and an appreciation for poetry and prose, which complements their studies in English literature.

Students will:

• practice clear speech and voice projection,

• build confidence in articulating their ideas effectively,

• develop awareness of body language and expression to captivate audiences,

• enrich their language skills and vocabulary.

Through the exploration of diverse literary works, students learn to appreciate the nuances of language and deepen their understanding of literary techniques and themes.

This exam earns a total of 20 credits (Students are usually required to achieve 60 credits during each semester at University level). 

Learners who achieve a Pass, Merit, or Distinction in their qualification may use the designation PCertLAM after their name, similar to using BA (Hons), to indicate their achievement (e.g., Jane Doe, PCertLAM).

This course offers an enriching experience for both students and adults aged 17+ who are passionate about advancing their skills in acting and performance studies.

This course may complement existing studies in Theatre Studies or Performance at A-level or BTEC, as it provides invaluable insights into the university and drama school experience.

For students and adults who may not have had the opportunity to continue Theatre Students or Performance at A-level or BTEC, but possess a fervent interest in the arts, this course is perfect to keep your passion alive.

Structured into two units, the course comprises a written assessment (Unit One) in the form of a Portfolio of Evidence, and a practical element (Unit Two) centred around a recital performance.

The recital component of Unit Two is a pivotal aspect of the course, requiring students to deliver a performance that demonstrates their proficiency and versatility. Consisting of four pieces, the recital must include:

• Piece 1: A published verse

• Piece 2: Prose selected from a published book

• Piece 3: A dramatic solo scene from a published play or film screenplay

• Piece 4: A free choice piece, which could be a second piece of verse or prose, another dramatic solo scene, or a song from a musical.

This comprehensive structure ensures that students not only develop their performance abilities but also gain a deeper understanding of theatrical nuances.