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The course leaders were extremely knowledgeable, feedback was brutal and fair (always pushing us to do better), the Laban studios were a wonderful learning environment with so many resources at our fingertips and, despite the seriousness of the diploma itself, the atmosphere was laid back and fun.
The diploma covered virtually everything about teaching dance to children and young people- both in National Curriculum and in the community sector- including safeguarding, pitching for work, legal frameworks, planning, assessment/evaluation, anatomy and injury prevention.
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- Course
- South London
- 10 Months
...Assessment You will be assessed in each component of study by continuous assessment and practical or written assignments... Learn about: Dance Studies...
...Assessment You will be assessed in each component of study by continuous assessment and practical or written assignments... Learn about: Dance Studies...
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The course leaders were extremely knowledgeable, feedback was brutal and fair (always pushing us to do better), the Laban studios were a wonderful learning environment with so many resources at our fingertips and, despite the seriousness of the diploma itself, the atmosphere was laid back and fun.
The diploma covered virtually everything about teaching dance to children and young people- both in National Curriculum and in the community sector- including safeguarding, pitching for work, legal frameworks, planning, assessment/evaluation, anatomy and injury prevention.
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- Bachelor's degree
- South London
- 3 Years
...and longevity in the Dance Profession V develop students' understanding of how their technical expertise resources their creative contribution to diverse...
- Postgraduate
- South London
- 10 Months
...totalling 150 credits. • Dance Practice (core; 50 credits) : Contemporary Dance Technique; Choreography; Choreological Practice; Devising and Performance...
- Master
- South London
- 13 Months
...· Offer opportunity for structured investigation and research in choreographic practice · To support a culture of open dialogue within a secure environment...
- Master
- South London
- 13 Months
...The aims of the programme are: To engage with contemporary research into the body in performance through the provision of studio-based explorations... Learn about: Dance Technique...
- Master
- South London
- 1 Year
...approaches to and perspectives on practice and develop your ability to address complex issues, and to problem-solve in a variety of artistic contexts...
Reviews on Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance (1)
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Recommended
Diploma in Dance Studies
Nisha Vyas-Myall
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History
Laban is the largest purpose-built contemporary dance centre in the world. The building was designed by Herzog and de Meuron, the Pritzker Prize winning (2001) Swiss architects who also designed the Tate Modern and the National Stadium in Beijing (2008 Olympic Games).
In 1948 Laban began its life as the Art of Movement Studio in Manchester, and moved to Addlestone in Surrey due to expansion in 1953. Five years later Rudolf Laban died. In 1973, on the retirement of Lisa Ullman, Marion North became Head of School (Principal and Director), followed by Bonnie Bird, Artistic Director, who joined the Art of Movement Studio in 1974. The Art of Movement Studio was renamed Laban Centre for Movement and Dance in 1975, and moved to new premises in New Cross, South East London.
Advantages of studying here
Within Contemporary Dance, our particular strengths include:
-undergraduate training programme in a Conservatoire, where students can see professionals at work and become aware of research on dance practice
-range of specialist pathways at master’s level including the opportunity to gain a Master of Arts/Science qualification in one year
-the only dance faculty in a conservatoire to have an active research department, with externally funded projects, and a thriving music and dance research community
-range of one year programmes including the Diploma in Dance Studies (DDS): an open and flexible programme, based on a professional development model, with in-depth training in dance practice alongside options for dance study to support learning and professional development; and the vocationally based Postgraduate Diploma in Community Dance with the option to upgrade to Master’s: a specialist, highly practical programme, leading towards professional employment opportunities.
All our programmes place a strong emphasis on high technical standards alongside creative artistic practice and the development of transferable skills. We take a reflective approach to the development of the whole dance artist and professional practitioner, and a commitment to collaborative practice.
Areas of specialisation
In 2005, Trinity College of Music and Laban, leading centres of music and contemporary dance, came together to form Trinity Laban, the UK's first ever Conservatoire of Music and Dance. Our innovative course provision, exciting performances and groundbreaking education, community and social-inclusion work make Trinity Laban a leader in the advancement of creative artistic practice. Our unique conjunction has created exciting opportunities for collaboration between instrumentalists, singers, composers, dancers and choreographers.
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At Laban we believe that contemporary dance has a vital part to play in everyone's lives. Our unique mix of energy and creativity advances the dance art form and fuels the dance world, connecting people to the exhilarating possibilities that dance offers.In an awe-inspiring landmark building at the heart of South East London's thriving arts community, Laban brings together students, choreographers, designers, writers, researchers, artists, theatre practitioners and musicians from around the world to ensure that your experience at Laban will always be a rich and rewarding one.Laban and Trinity College of Music have merged to form Trinity Laban: the UK's 1st Conservatoire of Music and Dance.In the Guardian Higher Education/University League Tables for 2008 Trinity Laban was ranked 1st in the UK in each of its specialist disciplines of music and dance.