Dance

Summary of course content:

Summary of course content:

A Level: This course develops your practical skills and your understanding of dance theory. We favour a practical approach to theory lessons with you learning repertoire from professional works and exploring set choreographers’ processes creatively, to develop your understanding of the set works and areas of study. The main style studied during the course is contemporary. You will develop your technique and performance skills in this style and must perform a solo and quartet. You will also learn the process and craft of choreography: producing your own group piece.

BTEC: This course offers a vocational approach to developing your knowledge of dance theory and practical performance skills.  Practical assessments will be completed in groups as public performances in regional and national showcases and competitions.  You will develop your technique and expressive skills in a wide range of different dance styles.  You will gain understanding of the work of influential practitioners through analysis and performance of professional repertoire.

Progression and Career routes:

This is a brilliant subject to develop life skills vital to any career: team work, communication, time management, problem-solving, organisation and self-confidence.  For those wishing to pursue a career in the creative industries, the course would lead into higher education opportunities such as studying Dance or Performing Arts.  With outstanding subject specialists teaching the course, students will be fully equipped with the confidence and skills necessary for successful auditions for Higher Education courses.  The course would help to prepare students for careers in performing, choreography, production design, theatre management, teaching, community dance or dance therapy.  With jobs in the creative industries adding new posts at twice the rate of the rest of the economy, it is a fantastic career route to choose.

How to access this course:

A Level: Grade 5 at GCSE or merit at level 2 BTEC or equivalent dance experience.

BTEC: Grade 4 at GCSE or merit at level 2 BTEC or equivalent dance experience.