BA (Hons) Dance Education

The BA (Hons) Dance Education course at Canterbury Christ Church University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of dance education, including its historical, philosophical and pedagogical foundations. Students will learn about the different approaches to teaching dance, how to design and deliver effective lesson plans, and how to assess student progress. The course will also cover topics such as inclusive practice, critical thinking and creativity in dance education. Graduates of this program will be well-equipped to pursue a career in dance education, including teaching in schools, community centers, or private studios.

Additional Information

This course is suitable for students who are interested in pursuing a career in dance education, either in the UK or internationally. The course is taught by experienced dance educators and practitioners, and offers opportunities for students to gain practical teaching experience through placements and workshops. Students will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities at Canterbury Christ Church University, including a purpose-built dance studio.

Unlock Your Potential at Canterbury Christ Church University: A Leading Institution for Dance Education

Canterbury Christ Church University is an ideal choice for students pursuing a degree in Dance Education due to its strong reputation for delivering high-quality dance programs. The university has a dedicated dance department with experienced lecturers and researchers, as well as excellent facilities and resources. Students will also benefit from the university's location in Canterbury, which offers easy access to London's vibrant dance scene and opportunities for professional development.

If you want to develop as a dance artist, practitioner, teacher, or entrepreneur, and share your creativity and passion for dance with others, then this course is for you.

We are leading in the field of Dance Education and were the first to develop a Dance Education degree with the first Professor of Dance Education in the UK.

We have superb links with a range of industry professionals and places, including Russell Maliphant Dance Company, Jasmin Vardimon Dance Company, Matthew Bourne's New Adventures, The Royal Ballet School, The Marlowe Theatre, and Canterbury Pilates and Movement Studio.

You’ll be supported and challenged by a team who are all pedagogy and practice-led as well as active researchers and academics in dance and dance education.

The BA Dance Education degree is designed to prepare you for entry into the dance profession as a dancer, practitioner, teacher, artist, or entrepreneur. You will develop knowledge, skills, and understanding as a technically underpinned, expressive performer, a creative choreographer and artist, a pedagogically principled teacher and practitioner in school-based and community-based settings, and an entrepreneur who is able to manage a professional, freelance career.

A Levels: BBC

BTEC: DMM

Access: 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits 

International Baccalaureate: 29 Points

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 112 UCAS points

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.