Dance BA (Hons)

The BA Dance is an exciting degree where you can pursue your interests in a lively environment which integrates theory with contemporary dance practice. You will be taught by leading researchers and experts in a range of academic disciplines and interrogate the ways in which dance informs and is shaped by society, context and culture.You will explore a variety of dance practice from Ballet to Capoeira to advance your skills in the context of dance as it is seen and performed in broad multi-cultural and artistic contexts. You will also develop an understanding of foundational dance techniques such as Cunningham, Graham, Limón, Release and Contact Improvisation by working with experienced teachers and professional dancers and choreographers in classes with live music.The programme enjoys many stimulating partnerships with choreographers, dance artists and companies because of its convenient location on the edge of London. Our campus and facilities are places where you can share your ideas and work collaboratively with our alumni, dance organisations, and the wider community.There is a popular study abroad option in the second year and there are specialist opportunities to learn theatre lighting, stage design and management, or screendance in the third year. Lively student initiatives for extra-curricula dance classes, performances, choreographic platforms and an annual summer dance festival enable our students to acquire a broad range of range of experience and skills alongside their academic programme.Our graduates go on to thrive not only in the performing and creative industries, but also in management, business and in research and postgraduate studies.