Course Overview

Do you have what it takes to guide and inspire the next generation of dancers? Are you interested in developing your teaching practices with support from industry-leading dance professionals? If so, our master’s in Creative Dance Education could be the perfect next step in your career.

Over three trimesters, you’ll explore the pedagogical approaches, creative practices, and professional skills needed to work as a dance professional, community dance practitioner, or youth dance leader. In this course, you’ll study practical and theoretical modules and undertake an educational and industry-focused teaching placement. As a result, you’ll get an insight into teaching dance in various contexts to suit your ambitions as a dance artist, including formal education, youth dance settings, and community dance environments. This program develops emerging and experienced dance educators by helping them identify and support the artistry rooted in dance teaching. In addition, you’ll understand the role of choreography in teaching and explore the creative elements involved in being a dance educator.

For dance educators at any stage in their career, this course will support them in developing their creative practice and deepening their abilities to support their students.

You will:

• Practice in a creative university with leading industry partnerships

• Benefit from our relationships with Arts Council England in talent development, OneDanceUK, and many regional youth dance companies

• Combine theoretical modules with real-world industry placements to develop yourself fully as a dance educator.

• Graduate with a portfolio of work and experience that you can use in your broader career.

General Eligibility

Applicants to this programme must have a good degree in a dance-related subject

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).