This is a unique performance based programme which aims to provide students with the skills required to create, perform and engage in contemporary dance theatre practice.

Run in collaboration with the Bristol Dance Centre, the programme reflects the developments in contemporary dance theatre practice, integrating contemporary dance techniques with devising, choreography, performance, film and physical theatre.

What does this course involve?

Two years of full time study delivered on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays.

The Foundation Degree in Dance Theatre Performance features training for the dancer and performer in creating experimental work. The programme is distinctive in being based in the Bristol Dance Centre, allowing students to engage in free evening classes and to access workshops, intensives and work experience placements with visiting artists, arts practitioners and organisations. The modules focus on core principles of movement necessary for contemporary performance. The programme encourages the risk and open-ended investigation necessary to introduce change and innovation to the field of dance theatre.

Successful completion of the programme will require 240 credits taken from the following modules:

Year One:

	Contemporary Dance Technique
	Solo Choreography
	Improvisation
	Understanding the Body
	Community Project
	Dance Theatre in Context
	Work-based learning
	Study Skills

Year Two:

	Dance Theatre Repertory
	Group Choreography
	Physical Theatre
	Dance Film
	Performance Project
	Independent Professional Project

What are the career opportunities?

Some students progress onto 'top-up' degree programmes at places such as the Scottish School of Contemporary Dance, Bath Spa University, Dartington College of Arts or European Dance Schools. Other graduates use the Foundation Degree as a platform to enter into the professional dance world as well as for establishing careers in various community, performance and media settings.

What qualifications do I need?

A minimum of 120 UCAS points, normally made up from:

A BTEC National Diploma in Dance or Performance

AS/A2 (including Dance, Drama or Theatre Studies).

Applicants with relevant experience and/or related qualifications are welcome - your existing skills and potential will be considered at audition.

You must apply through UCAS -
Code is BCBC B77 WW54 C FdA/DTP.

Subject to validation from the University of Plymouth.