Diverse Dance Styles
Goldsmiths, University of London
UCAS Code: W540 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Goldsmiths, University of London
UCAS Code: W540 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
If your Level 3 qualifications are not in dance you will be expected to have dance experience through a dance studio, CAT scheme, youth group or related avenue.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Four passes at GCSE.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
If your Level 3 qualifications are not in dance you will be expected to have dance experience through a dance studio, CAT scheme, youth group or related avenue.
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About this course
**The BA(Hons) Diverse Dance Styles programme is IRIE! dance theatre's flagship course - the first BA course in the UK that places equal emphasis on African, Caribbean, Contemporary and Urban dance techniques**
Based at the Moonshot Centre in New Cross (South East London), the home of IRIE! dance theatre.
**Why study BA Diverse Dance Styles**
The course is specially designed to give students the chance to join a creative community that includes:
- ** A performance company** – the industry link with a dance company adds an exciting dimension through work placements and the development of career pathways.
- **Independent artists honing their professional practice** - you will be introduced to a large number of practitioners who will guide you and give you the confidence to network and present yourself to your audience.
- **A community engagement programme** - based at the Moonshot Centre, the course brings a unique perspective that’s rooted in the local community.
The degree provides a solid foundation in dance technique in the four genres and progressively builds throughout the course giving opportunities for performance and the development of your own choreographic language.
This course is taught by IRIE! dance theatre and validated by Goldsmiths.
Modules
Year 1
The first year provides a solid foundation in African, Caribbean, Contemporary and Urban dance techniques, underpinned by information on health, fitness and injury prevention.
Theory will cover the historical and cultural context of each form, through lectures, seminars and research. Choreographic modules will encourage the development of individual movement language supported by the study of recorded and live performance work. Students will be introduced to a range of career pathways.
Year 2
The second year builds on the foundation of Year 1 while extending technical training through the introduction of a repertory module, looking at key works in the repertoire of current companies.
Creative and leadership skills are developed through a group choreographic project, encouraging independent and collaborative work in preparation for future employment. You’ll have the chance to make links with professional practice as working methods and key works are explored.
During Year 2 a Site-Specific Performance will be created in a London landmark. Former sites have included a museum, church, nightclub, market square and park.
Year 3
The third year focusses on employment options through the performance company, connectingvibes*. The year will be divided into three pathways: performance, arts management and education.
Guest practitioners including choreographers, marketing and teaching experts will work with Year 3 students to promote professional practice, including an online portfolio and independent project. There will be networking opportunities, including the Re:generations conference with One Dance UK.
The course will ensure that graduates are fit for purpose and able to work professionally in a range of contexts including performance, education and community arts.
The Uni
Goldsmiths, University of London
Irie! Dance Theatre
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