Description

Year 1 (Stage One) provides students with a practical understanding of the fundamentals of Ballet and Contemporary Dance (Graham technique), with supplementary studies in Spanish technique and Choreography work. Year 2 (Stage Two) provides a practical understanding of the technical skills and artistry required by the profession in Ballet, Contemporary Dance (Cunningham technique) and supplementary studies in Jazz and Choreography. The teaching aims for students to use this knowledge in a rehearsal and professional performance situation including solo and group pieces, and work for public performance. A course in contextual studies underpins the practical dance training. These skills are essential in sustaining a career as a professional dancer. Through regular self-evaluation and goal-setting, students develop into successful reflective practitioners. The work of key practitioners in Ballet and Contemporary dance (from the 19th century to the present day) is woven throughout the course in both practical and theoretical modules and is used to inform stylistic and interpretative differences. Successful completion of the course offers students the opportunity to the BA (Hons) (Top-Up) Professional Dance and Performance. This internationally recognised qualification establishes graduates as having outstanding achievement validated by a globally respected university and carries a value above and beyond a dancer’s performing career.