Bachelor of Arts (Dance)
Edith Cowan University ECU
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00279B
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.
Structure
Total Credit Points 360
Subjects
- DAN1400 Technique 1
- DAN1405 Creative Process
- DAN1410 Body Knowledge
- DAN1415 Politics of Dance 1
- DAN1420 Creative Practice 1
- DAN1425 Integrated Body Practices 1
- DAN1430 Cultural Perspectives 1
- DAN2400 Technique 2
- DAN2405 Creative Practice 2
- DAN2430 Integrated Body Practices 2
- DAN2415 Politics of Dance 2
- DAN2420 Dance Education
- DAN2425 Cultural Perspectives 2
- DAN3400 Technique 3: Professional Practice
- DAN3405 Performance
- DAN3410 Career Pathways
- DAN3415 Politics of Dance 3
- DAN3450 RAD Access Route
- DAN3455 Creative Project 1
- DAN3460 Allied Disciplines
- DAN3465 Creative Project 2
- DAN3470 Creative Research Practice: Thinking Bodies
- PAM3104 Stage Combat
- DAN3405 Performance
- DAN3410 Career Pathways
- DAN2430 Integrated Body Practices 2
- DAN3480 Elite Ballet 1
- DAN3455 Creative Project 1
- DAN3415 Politics of Dance 3
- DAN3460 Allied Disciplines
- DAN3485 Elite Ballet
- DAN2425 Cultural Perspectives 2
- DAN2420 Dance Education
- DAN3465 Creative Project 2
- DAN3470 Creative Research Practice: Thinking Bodies
- PAM3104 Stage Combat
- DAN3450 RAD Access Route
- DAN3490 Professional Practice
- DAN3455 Creative Project 1
- DAN3415 Politics of Dance 3
- DAN3460 Allied Disciplines
- DAN2170 The Arts in Historical and Cultural Contexts
- PAM3104 Stage Combat
Standard 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.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Mount Lawley | International: $112,800 | No |
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