Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE)

Course Level

Bachelor Degree (Pass)

CRICOS

054156M

Related Careers

Bachelor of Dance Education

This program prepares graduates to teach dance in the secondary school system, or apply their skills and knowledge in other educational contexts. The dance teaching degree is unique in Australia in that it positions the study and practice of dance as an art form within the broader context of physical activity and physical expression. Students who undertake this degree build a foundation for the lifelong development of skills and attributes appropriate to professional teachers. Students simultaneously broaden their experience in dance and in physical education, in an environment that focuses on educational pedagogy. Both areas are supported by the study of personal development, health, and the anatomy of the human body.

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
Sydney Olympic Park	Full-time - 4 years Part-time - 10 years	$85,000	N/A

Campus

Duration

Fees

ATAR

Sydney Olympic Park

Full-time - 4 years

Part-time - 10 years

$85,000

N/A

Structure

The degree program is divided into eight semesters, each of 12 weeks duration. Study involves approximately 16 contact hours a week (excluding examination and study weeks). The program is taught via lectures, tutorials, dance classes, performance workshops, seminars, and individual tuition. Students also undertake four professional experience sessions in a range of schools.

Subjects

Education and dance

Entry requirements

Year 12 or equivalent
NSW HSC Band 4 English or equivalent
dance audition

Recognition

NSW Department of Education and Training; NSW Institute of Teachers

Study Pathways

Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or credit transfer based on prior study completed at associate diploma level or above and/or prior industry/professional experience (up to 50% of the curriculum).