Bachelor of Arts (Dance)
Bachelor of Arts (Dance)
A challenging contemporary dance focused course where regular performance, intensive training and classroom practice are central to the philosophy of the program. The pursuit of physical excellence is paired with the nurturing of creativity, laying the foundations for the performer, choreographer and/or independent practitioner. The course provides an insight into…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
A challenging contemporary dance focused course where regular performance, intensive training and classroom practice are central to the philosophy of the program.
The pursuit of physical excellence is paired with the nurturing of creativity, laying the foundations for the performer, choreographer and/or independent practitioner. The course provides an insight into dance as an art form, and as a social and educative experience, offering additional skills in communication, critical thinking, research and analysis.
Sustainability in relation to professional career pathways is emphasised through engagement with industry partners and exposure to diverse performance environments. Industry placement, short study tours and international exchange opportunities provide a local, national and international perspective.
Course learning outcomes
Apply broad theoretical, technical and practical discipline knowledge to a range of professional and associated dance-related contexts.
Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex disciplinary knowledge within a choreographic and dance performance context.
Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse performance contexts to produce creative and innovative ideas in response to industry trends.
Use digital technologies and discipline related literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
Successfully communicate knowledge and ideas, which incorporate other art forms, including duo and improvisation within a range of choreographic styles and approaches.
Incorporate techniques and teaching approaches to demonstrate a global outlook and communicate cross-cultural awareness, including indigenous cultural competence.
Apply initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making when interpreting the intention of choreographic work for professional practice in both solo and collaborative settings.
Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning through self-reflection and application of feedback on individual project work in diverse settings.
Career Opportunities
This course encourages students to pursue individual goals as dance artists, choreographers, teachers, dance academics or researchers.
Possible future job titles
Dancer, Contemporary Dancer, Ballet Dancer, Choreographer, Dance Teacher, Entertainer, Performer, Dance Researcher, Dance Academic
REQUIREMENTS
There are various ways to meet our admission requirements, such as:
Secondary school results
Successful completion of one year of tertiary study from a recognised institution
Completed Diploma program from a recognised institution
English competency requirements:
IELTS Academic: An overall band minimum score of 6.0, with no individual band less than 6.0. (Results are typically valid for 2 years and online tests are not acceptable.)
TOEFL iBT: 70 (no individual score less than 17)
TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT): Minimum score of 550, including Test of Written English of 5 or better. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years.)
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 52, with no scores less than 50. (Results are typically valid for only two years.)
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a large, multi-campus institution serving communities in Western Australia and internationally.ECU was awarded university status in 1991, but despite its relative youth, the University has a proud history of more than a century of service to education in Western Australia and is recognised for its teaching and learning, excellence in research, and partnerships with the community.We have more than 23,300 students, including around 18,500 undergraduates and 4,800 postgraduates. Approximately 3,600 international students attend the University, originating from 104 countries.We are a progressive University with courses developed through ongoing industry input, and employing lecturers who engage fully with their students. We’re a university that knows while knowledge is important, understanding comes from experience –experience that enables you to adapt what you’ve learned to whatever opportunities come your way. Because that’s when you do more than just survive in this world. You thrive in it.
