The BA in Dance at the University at Buffalo is designed for aspiring artists seeking a comprehensive and versatile foundation in dance performance, choreography, and pedagogy. You will explore diverse movement forms, including modern, ballet, and jazz, alongside critical studies in dance history, somatic practices, and movement analysis. This undergraduate degree provides a rigorous artistic education, preparing you to engage with the dynamic and evolving professional dance landscape. You will develop your technical proficiency and creative voice within a supportive academic community that values both performance and teaching experience.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelor of Arts degree is structured over four years, offering a progressive curriculum that builds from foundational techniques to advanced choreographic and research projects. Throughout your studies, you will participate in regular practicums and gain experience in areas such as applied kinesiology and teaching methods. In your final year, you will have the opportunity to undertake a significant research project or a second choreography piece. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, ready for careers in professional dance companies, arts education, choreography, or further postgraduate study.