The BA (Hons) in Dance at the University of Roehampton London is designed for aspiring dancers and choreographers eager to explore contemporary and commercial dance trends, improvisation, and performance. You will immerse yourself in a vibrant academic and artistic community, developing a deep understanding of dance as a professional practice and a social phenomenon. This programme is ideal for students who wish to critically analyse dance within multicultural and globalised contexts, fostering both creativity and analytical rigour. You will engage with diverse dance forms and techniques, preparing you for a dynamic career in the arts.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over three years, blending theoretical knowledge with extensive practical experience. You will participate in labs, develop choreography, and engage in performance projects, with opportunities for a work placement year or study abroad. The curriculum covers essential areas such as contemporary and commercial dance trends, improvisation, composition, and production. You will graduate with a comprehensive skill set in dance practice and performance, ready to pursue diverse career pathways within the thriving dance industry, including performance, choreography, and arts management.