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MA Dance

Bath Spa University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The MA Dance program at Bath Spa University is a rigorous and dynamic course that offers students the opportunity to explore the art of dance in depth. Students will gain a deep understanding of the theoretical and practical aspects of dance, including performance, choreography, and dance education. The program is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in dance, whether as a performer, choreographer, or dance educator. With a strong focus on creativity and innovation, students will have the opportunity to develop their own unique style and voice through a variety of performance and choreographic tasks.

Additional Information

The program is taught by experienced practitioners and scholars in the field of dance, and students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a purpose-built dance studio and a range of technologies for recording and editing dance performances. The program also offers opportunities for collaboration with other departments within the university, such as music and drama, providing a rich and diverse learning environment.

Unlock Your Potential: Study Dance at Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University is an ideal location for those interested in dance due to its strong reputation for excellence in the field. The university has a long history of producing innovative and boundary-pushing dance performances and productions, and the faculty are dedicated to providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in this dynamic and evolving art form. Additionally, Bath Spa University's location in the beautiful city of Bath provides easy access to a wide range of cultural and creative opportunities, including the world-renowned Bath Festival and the Royal Academy of Dance.

Why You Should Study This Course

Our postgraduate Dance course supports a broad range of artistic practices and includes specialisms in screen-based dance practice, interdisciplinary performance work and site-based performance.

We'll support you to develop your postgraduate level research skills, which will help you develop your own creative practice. In addition, collaborative opportunities form a key part of the programme, enabling you to work across art forms with other practitioners.

General Eligibility

Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher and evidence of two years of work experience; or successful completion of equivalent courses; or satisfactory preparation for the course through informal or non-formal learning and/or professional experiences subject to the approval of the Academic Chair

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Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Module

This course includes or offers the following modules. Please check the programme document for more information on which modules are core, required or optional.

  • Creative Practice 1

  • Contemporary Issues and Perspectives

  • Collaborative Engagement

  • Creative Practice 2

  • Professional Practice

  • Final Major Project

Creative Practice One
This module provides you with an opportunity to explore and develop an area of your creative practice and will lead to you completing a new creative work.

Contemporary Issues and Perspectives
This module will encourage you to engage in a range of ideas that are pertinent to current debates within the field.

Collaborative Engagement
This module allows you to explore a range of approaches that artists may use when working together within creative contexts.

Creative Practice Two
This module enables you to build on your knowledge and understanding of creative practices as artistic, political, social, and cultural phenomena within a practical research framework.

Professional Practice
This module provides you with the opportunity to develop your knowledge and understanding of the demands of the professional dance arena. The module is designed to support you to explore your individual career aims; whether that's to work as a choreographer, filmmaker, director, community practitioner, or pursue further research in the field.

Final Major Project
This module requires you to undertake a significant project that consolidates and builds on the skills, knowledge and experience that you have acquired in the previous trimesters.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

A mandatory English Language Test by Bath Spa University UK conducted in the Bath Spa University Academic Center RAK Campus; or IELTS (Academic) test results with an overall score of 6.0, minimum score of 5.5 for each skill/band.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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