Course Modules

This module introduces you to dance journalism. You will explore the demand for different styles of writing, ranging from specialist and academic journals to national and international newspapers. You will examine the process of journal publishing from both sides of […]

In this module, your knowledge of dance technique will expand to incorporate the complexity in: Development of movement memory Use of timing and musicality Use of space Experiential learning through improvisational techniques. More demanding movement sequences and improvisational work challenges

This module focuses on further development of performance skills and vocabulary from the solo to the group improvisation. The use of spontaneous compositional practice within group situations, relationship possibilities and the development of in aesthetic, spatial and aural awareness, will form

This module is for students who may have already established links with a school or college, dance company or arts organisation, and who want to gain some real work experience. It requires a level of maturity and independence as you

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.

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