Dance and Professional Practice BA (Hons)

Find your individual voice and put your passion into practice on a course that will see you graduate as a versatile and highly employable dance artist ready to forge a portfolio career within the dance sector.

The course comprises daily technique classes including contemporary ballet and commercial; fitness sessions; choreography and creative sessions; workshops in digital technologies dance-teaching skills and community dance practices. You will also be encouraged to think write and talk about how dance theory informs your work.

There are many opportunities to perform in works by professional choreographers for the University Dance Company as well as works created by your fellow students. Performances are presented in our professional theatre.

The emphasis is on professional practice technical competence creativity and teamwork a combination that supports students to be versatile adaptable and employable.

Why choose this course?

• Learn from our highly experienced teaching team specialising in different areas of dance
• Develop your skills through visiting dance artists and choreographers
• Create your own work for performance including a major piece for the annual student showcase and dance festival
• Gain performance experience in our up-to-the-minute dance studios and professional 280-seat theatre
• Explore extra-curricular activities including cultural exchanges dance societies and trips
• Take up opportunities for internships and participation in external dance projects

To apply for a place on an undergraduate course (BA/BSc) you need to have completed your high school education (12 years) and have a pass equivalent to two UK A level passes and have the required English language qualification.

When you submit an application form you must remember to include photocopies of the following supporting documents. We do not need to see your original qualifications and certificates.

• A completed application form signed by you (an electronic signature is fine)
• Copies of your official academic qualifications and certificates including proof of your level of English Language (where relevant)
• A one-page personal statement. This should tell us why you want to study your chosen course.
• A copy of your current valid passport details
• Please submit copies of any UK Visa that you have held and any documentation relating to previous visa refusals from any country