Dance - courseforme.co.uk http://www.courseforme.co.uk/courses/dance-courses-f_c191.html Dance - courseforme.co.uk http://www.courseforme.co.uk/courses/dance-courses-f_c191.html http://cdn.courseforme.com/74/img/cfmlogo.png en Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:16:23 +0000 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance) Ref:57803 http://www.courseforme.co.uk/level-3-extended-diploma-in-performing-arts-dance-ref-57803-4410.html Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:24:31 +0000
Venue: Wood Street Performing Arts Centre
Programme Level Level 3
Full-time/Part-time Full Time
Duration 2 years
Start Date September
Day/Evening Day
Awarding Body Edexcel BTEC

What you will study

In Year 1 you will focus on the development of technique in Ballet, Contemporary and Jazz dance underpinned by principles of the creative and choreographic process and performance styles. You will explore the historical context of performance through theory and practical workshops and you will be involved in a minimum of two performances.

In Year 2 the emphasis moves to creative endeavour, audition technique and application of dance technique. You will actively contribute to choreographic projects utilising skills and techniques gained throughout the course and you will gain more experience of performing in a variety of ways including a school tour. As well as learning about your chosen art form you will also learn how to start a career in this area. You will be involved in a minimum of two performances culminating in a festival at the end of each year.

Over the two years the subjects you study will include:

* Performance Workshop
* Rehearsing for Performance
* Dance Performance
* Performing to An Audience
* Choreographing Principles
* Choreographing Dances
* The Healthy Performer
* Developing Classical Ballet Technique
* Developing Contemporary Dance Technique
* Applying Contemporary Dance Technique
* Applying Classical Ballet Technique
* Performing Arts Business
* Jazz Dance
* Tap Dance
* Movement In Performance
* The Historical Context of Performance
* Urban Dance

Other learning opportunities include:

Functional Skills in Maths and English
GCSE Maths and English retakes
Theatre and dance trips
Workshops given by professional theatre companies and visiting practitioners


Your Course Structure

Classroom: 30%; Practical: 70%

How you will learn

This is a practical dance based course with many opportunities to perform before public audiences and with academic and theory work threaded throughout. The assignments and projects you complete are based on the kind of challenges you will face once you are employed in the dance industry.

How you will be assessed

Through performances, practical, reflective and theoretical project based assignments.

Entry Requirements

* 5 GCSEs at grade A*-C including English, plus Maths at grade D (or equivalent), or
* Level 2 Diploma at Merit
* Interview and group audition
If you do not have the relevant levels of literacy and numeracy qualifications, we can assess you.

Attendance

You will be required to attend a minimum of four days per week. You may also be required for extra rehearsals and performances in the evening and at weekends. As part of your learning you are expected to attend all College performances and some professional performances at other venues and theatres.

Further study

You may continue onto the Higher National Diploma in Dance (HND), offered at Wakefield College, or to other Higher Education courses in related areas such as Performing Arts, Media Performance, Theatre Practice, Dance and Sports.



Career opportunities

You may find work within a wide range of performing arts roles such as dancer, choreographer, community arts worker, teacher, entrepreneur or employment in the leisure and tourism industry.

How to apply

Complete a full-time application form.

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance) Ref:57803 This course is on Course For Me.

]]> HND Diploma in Performing Arts (Performance) Dance Ref:57777 http://www.courseforme.co.uk/hnd-diploma-in-performing-arts-performance-dance-ref-57777-4219.html Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:15:21 +0000
Venue Wood Street Performing Arts Centre
Programme Level Level 5
Full-time/Part-time Full Time
Duration 2 years
Start Date September
Day/Evening Day
Awarding Body Edexcel BTEC

What you will study

Through practical classes you will develop a wide range of dance performance techniques drawn from the work of world renowned choreographers and dance theorists. You will grow as technical dancers, experiencing a range of classes in Contemporary, Jazz Dance, Physical Theatre and Classical Ballet which will increase your strength, flexibility and versatility. Underpinning the practical aspects of the course is the exploration of theoretical concepts of dance and its creation and presentation. This course will provide you with the opportunity to apply your experience in the studios in a diverse range of performance arenas such as community based contexts, choreographic projects and theatre based performances

Your Course Structure

60% Practical Classes and 40% Theoretical

How you will learn

All projects are linked to the performing arts industry to give a real flavour of working as a dancer, choreographer, teacher and theorist. A variety of teaching and learning methods will be used that encourage and facilitate learners’ creative and artistic development and bring together, wherever possible, practice and theory.

Methods used will encourage both independent and collaborative learning through use of practical workshops, interactive lectures, resource-based learning, individual and group work, tutorials, discussion, critiques and rehearsals.

Individual or group projects will culminate in public and non-public performance. Students will critically reflect on their own performance and that of others.

Residentials, visiting companies, attendance of performances and residentials will be used to broaden learners’ experiences.

How you will be assessed

There is a minimum of one piece of assessed work per unit.

Appropriate assessment methods are designed to match the learning outcomes for each unit. Formative assessment will be on-going within teaching and learning sessions and will comprise peer and self assessment as well as tutor assessment.


Your tutors will help you to track your areas of achievement for each module and to identify and discuss with you opportunities to collate evidence for module achievement
You will be graded using the Edexcel guidelines and specifications to assess whether the evidence produced for assignments has reached the required standard at pass, merit or distinction level. You will be given constructive feedback throughout your course to help enhance your development and understanding of the dance industry.

Entry Requirements

240 UCAS points gained through A Levels or a Level 3 Diploma in a related subject. Mature learners over 21 may be accepted on non-academic or vocational skills and this can be discussed. We also welcome applications from those with non-standard qualifications.

All applicants will be required to attend an audition consisting of contemporary technique class that will include short choreographic tasks and lengthy sequences. Applicants are to prepare a 1.30 minutes solo of their choice and write a critical and reflective evaluation of themselves to assess academic standards. After the audition a short interview will take place to discuss individual needs.

Attendance

Full-time for two years. You can expect to attend College for a minimum of three days per week and to take part in evening performances. The College and asks for all students' attendance rate to be at least 85% for all classes.

HND Diploma in Performing Arts (Performance) Dance Ref:57777 This course is on Course For Me.

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