Embark on your journey to becoming a versatile dance artist and performer with the BA (Hons) Dance Performance at the University of Chichester. This intensive undergraduate degree is crafted for those passionate about contemporary dance, offering a practical, 70:30 practice-to-theory ratio designed to build exceptional technical foundations. You will train daily under the guidance of expert, active dance practitioners, exploring movement studies, choreography, and performance techniques. This course is ideal for aspiring dancers who seek to deepen their understanding of dance history, somatic practices, and diverse movement styles, preparing you for a dynamic career in the performing arts.
This full-time, on-campus programme, studied over three years, immerses you in a vibrant learning environment. You will engage in daily technique classes, explore improvisation, and delve into areas like aerial work and choreography. A distinctive feature is the opportunity in your third year to join the 3Fall Dance Company, working with industry-active choreographers on a full-length performance destined for national touring. You will also develop essential professional skills through modules like 'Preparing the Dance Artist for Work', focusing on showreels, auditions, and applications. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared for diverse career pathways in dance performance, choreography, teaching, and community arts.