Course Level

Bachelor Degree (Pass)

CRICOS

108846A

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 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 emphasized 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.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

ECU City

Full-time - 3 years

N/A
N/A

Structure

Total Credit Points 360

Subjects

  • Technique 1
  • Creative Process
  • Body Knowledge
  • Politics of Dance 1
  • Creative Practice 1
  • Integrated Body Practices 1
  • Cultural Perspectives 1
  • Technique 2
  • Creative Practice 2
  • Integrated Body Practices 2
  • Politics of Dance 2
  • Dance Education
  • Cultural Perspectives 2
  • Technique 3: Professional Practice
  • Performance
  • Career Pathways
  • Politics of Dance 3
  • RAD Access Route
  • Creative Project 1
  • Allied Disciplines
  • Creative Project 2
  • Creative Research Practice: Thinking Bodies
  • Stage Combat
  • Performance
  • Career Pathways
  • Integrated Body Practices 2
  • Elite Ballet 1
  • Creative Project 1
  • Politics of Dance 3
  • Allied Disciplines
  • Elite Ballet
  • Cultural Perspectives 2
  • Dance Education
  • Creative Project 2
  • Creative Research Practice: Thinking Bodies
  • Stage Combat
  • RAD Access Route
  • Professional Practice
  • Creative Project 1
  • Politics of Dance 3
  • Allied Disciplines
  • The Arts in Historical and Cultural Contexts
  • Stage Combat

Entry requirements

  • AQF Cert IV
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
  • Undergraduate Certificate
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment or
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.