Course Modules

This module creatively and critically engages you with the skills and processes of working with character, relationships and intentionality in a physical theatre style. It extends and builds on previous dance choreography modules by exploring and contextualising the techniques used […]

This module explores site specific, non-theatre based dance and performance work. You will consider site as source for devising choreography alongside theoretical ideas of space and place, and explores how space or location informs the content of site-dance performance.

Dancing in the construction or reconstruction of a work of repertory provides you with opportunities to extend creative practical skills in dance performance. You will apply your choreographic knowledge and performance skills to devising and problem-solving within select frameworks linked

This module is designed to prepare you for researching and writing a dissertation in dance at level 6. This module aims to explore the nature and application of research within a dance context, by introducing you to philosophies that underpin

This module addresses the five knowledge areas identified by Safe in Dance International (SiDI) and their 10 associated core principles of healthy dance practice. You will cover topics including health and safety in the dance environment, injury reduction and management,

This module explores the role of scenographic elements in dance. It addresses themes such as (but not limited to) visual composition, the experience of light, atmosphere and landscape, and the semiotics of performance. This module focuses on the ways in

This module explores recent dance performances and/or ‘events’ as a starting point for working backwards/outwards to explore relevant theoretical ideas and concepts that have an impact on dance. You are, therefore, encouraged to explore and debate wider themes and trends

In this module you will undertake a work placement in a dance-related role. You could work in dance administration, technical production or work in the community dance sector. You will be required to apply your own decision-making skills and exercise

Clear dialogue between process and product allows you to research, direct and develop a work of choreography. The following topics will be explored in relation to imaginative, project-specific problem-solving: Communication of meaning and imagery Development of personal style Dance and

The module considers the meaning and purpose of dance criticism, and how different styles and genres may demand particular approaches. It focuses on the analysis of selected dance works, live and on video, and questions the relationship between criticism and