Objectives* To provide vocational preparation * To provide intensive practical training, underpinned by academic contextual study * To develop self-sustainability through a transition from tutor-led to student-led projects
Entry requirementsEntry requirements 160 UCAS points. This can include 2 A-levels grade C or equivalent, or one A-level and an equivalent further education qualification. Practical ability assessed at audition. Previous experience in dance and musical theatre is normal
Academic titleDance and Theatre Performance, BA Hons
Course descriptionThis is an intensive, highly practical programme for those wishing to undertake a career as a performer in the dance and musical theatre business. The programme successfully integrates an intensive three-year professional training with an internationally recognised degree-level qualification.
The programme is designed to produce highly skilled performers equipped with professional abilities and transferable skills to enable them to adapt to a rapidly changing world. The courses are performance based, which means that dance, drama and singing form the major part of the programme.
Year 1
* Technique Studies - Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary
* Performance Studies - Musical Theatre 1, Voice and Acting for Musical Theatre, Vocal Studies
* Contextual Studies - The Dancers Body, Dance Appreciation and Criticism, Music and Theory and Appreciation
Year 2
* Technique Studies - Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary
* Performance Studies - Musical Theatre 2, Script and Character Analysis, The Singing Voice
* Contextual Studies - Health in Performance, Dance Analysis, Music Appreciation and Analysis, Musical Theatre in Britain
Year 3
* Technique Studies (options) - Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary
* Performance Studies - Musical Theatre 3, one option from: Solo performance in Musical Theatre; Solo performance in Dance; Solo performance in Drama
* Contextual Studies - Resarch Project