Dance A Level
A Level
In Salford
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Salford
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Duration
2 Years
This course adopts a practical approach to dance technique, physiology, history, performance and choreography, with the emphasis on applying choreographic principles to performance. Students have the opportunity to showcase both their choreographic and performance work in productions staged for the general public and can expect to attend a number of professional dance performances throughout.
Important information
Government funding available
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Subjects
- Dance
Course programme
DANCE
Why should I come to Pendleton College?
This course adopts a practical approach to dance technique, physiology, history, performance and choreography, with the emphasis on applying choreographic principles to performance. Students have the opportunity to showcase both their choreographic and performance work in productions staged for the general public and can expect to attend a number of professional dance performances throughout the course.
What will I study?
Units studied include:
- Solo Choreography and performance
- Performance as part of a duo/trio
- The significance of dances
- Group Choreography
- Advanced solo performance
- Dance content and context
What will I achieve?
On successful completion of this course you will be able to progress to Higher Education and study dance at a higher level or go to professional dance school.
How is the course assessed?
In the first year you will have two exams and one piece of coursework. In the second year you will have a further three exams.
What else will I do?
During the course students will have the opportunity to perform their work and participate in productions with other students from the performing arts department. Students will have the opportunity to visit various shows at a number of theatres and evaluate the show with students and staff. There are lots of associated enrichment activities including:
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Jazz WorkshopSalsaStamina classesYoga
Dance A Level