Trinity College London Program

Course Information
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Introduction

Communication skills leading to Trinity College London examination is a qualification designed for candidates who want to focus on practical, creative tasks that reflect real-world situations. They assess candidates’ abilities to deliver talks and presentations, to develop and express their own ideas and to listen, assimilate information and respond appropriately in discussion on familiar and unfamiliar topics. The format of the exams allows candidates to create their own programme, creating talks and presentations based on topics they have a particular interest in, or that complement their studies. These examsenable candidates to develop invaluable 21st century skills in communication and creativity, and to build confidence and make real progress in both education and the workplace

RECOGNITION AND UCAS POINTS

All graded qualifications for individuals are on the
Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) and a full
list of the regulated titles and numbers for these
qualifications are available at https://trinitycollege.com/communication-skills.

Group exams and Performance
Certificates are unregulated because the examiner
assesses the overall achievement of the group as a
whole (for groups), or the candidate’s achievement of the
programme as a whole (for Performance Certificates).
In the UK, Trinity’s Grade 6–8 Communication Skills
qualifications for individuals are eligible for UCAS
(Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) points for
those applying to colleges and universities, as follows:

Content

LEARNING OUTCOMES: COMMUNICATION SKILLS (INDIVIDUAL)

On successful completion of the following grades, the candidate will be able to:

Initial Participate in simple, informal conversational exchanges and communicate prepared
information clearly and appropriately
Describe and discuss an event and an object or picture

Grade 1 and Grade 2

Participate clearly, with some fluency and expression in simple conversational exchanges,
and in addressing an imagined audience
Describe and discuss objects/pictures/a prepared topic in a clear and organised manner
Prepare and organise material and present it with understanding
Use appropriate body language and vocal skills to convey mood or attitude in relation to
prepared material
Listen and respond appropriately in conversation on prepared material

Grade 3

Participate clearly in simple conversational exchanges, and in addressing an imagined audience
Describe and present on significant issues and places with some persuasiveness
Express and organise own ideas clearly and logically
Prepare and organise material and present it with clarity and understanding
Use physical and vocal skills to convey ideas and messages

Grade 4 and Grade 5

Engage clearly, and with fluency and expression, in conversational exchanges and discussion,
and in addressing an imagined audience
Express and organise ideas clearly, logically and with a degree of ownership and spontaneity
Demonstrate a sound understanding of material presented
Communicate with a variety of vocal and expressive techniques, on both prepared and unprepared topics

Grade 6

Engage clearly, confidently and with fluency and expression in conversational exchanges,
discussion, and in addressing an imagined audience
Demonstrate competent understanding and ownership of material
Demonstrate some authority and control with thorough organisation and preparation of material
Combine skilful and appropriate use of voice, body, space and prepared aids with imaginative
response to perceived audience needs

Grade 7 and Grade 8

Participate clearly and confidently, with fluency, spontaneity and a sense of ownership, in
conversational exchanges, discussion and in addressing an imagined audience
Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of prepared material and a secure ability to
formulate opinions and resolve conflict
Demonstrate authority and control with thorough organisation and preparation of material
Combine skilful and appropriate use of voice, body, space and prepared aids with ownership
in response to perceived audience needs

Speech & Drama Leading to Trinity College London Examinations

Speech and Drama leading to Trinity College London examination is a qualification designed for candidates who want to focus on developing their skills in performing and speaking a variety of literary forms, including prose, poetry and play extracts, in a range of styles and from different periods and cultures. We do not prescribe the content of the performance tasks in the exams, which allows teachers and candidates to choose pieces they have a particular interest in or that complement their studies and/or teaching. These exams present candidates with practical, creative tasks that prepare them for situations in both education and the workplace, enabling them to develop invaluable 21st century skills in communication, creativity, and to build confidence.

RECOGNITION AND UCAS POINTS

Trinity College London is an international exam board
regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and
Examinations Regulation) in England, CCEA Regulation
in Northern Ireland and by Qualifications Wales. Various
arrangements are in place with governmental education
authorities worldwide.
All graded solo qualifications are on the Regulated
Qualifications Framework (RQF) and a list of the regulated
titles and numbers for these qualifications is opposite.
In the UK, Trinity’s Grade 6–8 Speech and Drama
qualifications are eligible for UCAS (Universities and
Colleges Admissions Service) points for those applying
to colleges and universities, as follows:

Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes describe the learning that a candidate will expect to undertake while preparing for the exam and the skills/abilities they should be able to demonstrate because of this learning. The learning outcomes are listed below.

On successful completion of the following grades, the candidate will be able to:

Initial–Grade 1
Perform using vocal and physical skills, showing an awareness of the performance space
Reflect at a basic level on performance material

Grades 2–3
Perform using vocal and physical skills, showing an awareness of the performance space
Read aloud with expression and understanding, conveying meaning
Reflect on performance material

Grades 4–5
Perform using a range of vocal and physical skills, showing an awareness of the
performance space
Read aloud with expression and understanding, conveying meaning
Reflect on the material and skills used in the performances

Grade 6
Perform using a range of vocal and physical skills, showing an awareness of the
performance space
Read aloud with expression and understanding, responding to the challenges of the material
Reflect on the material and skills used in the performances

Grade 7
Perform using a range of vocal and physical skills, showing an awareness of the
performance space
Analyse and perform extracts from a text showing imaginative choices of interpretation
Reflect on the material and skills used in the performances

Grade 8
Perform using a range of vocal and physical skills, showing an awareness of the
performance space
Explore and analyse a text showing imaginative and creative choices of interpretation
Reflect on the material and skills used in the performances

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Our Mentors

SHAAKYA NATHAVITHARANA

Shaakya is an accomplished champion public speaker who became the winner at the International Oratory Contest held by Global Unites. She holds a diploma in psychology from the University of West London and is currently pursuing a degree in psychology. She is completing an ATCL in communication skills. She’s a part time teacher, podcast host and an aspiring entrepreneur.

FARWEEZ IMAMUDEEN

Farweez is an accomplished corporate trainer and public speaking coach with more than 1500 hours of experience, working with 22 leading organizations in Sri Lanka. He is a champion speaker who has competed and won awards at the highest level at Toastmasters International. He was the debate coach at Trinity College Kandy (2018). He is currently the debate coach at Good Shepherd’s Convent (2021). He holds an MBA from the London Metropolitan University (2019).

How to Join?

You have to be a student who has completed the Level 1 or Level 2 of the Public Speaking Program of Speaklub.
Contact our lead Coach Farweez Imamudeen on +94 74 080 3982 to join the club