Full Time Dance BTEC National Award

Dance BTEC National Award

Duration
2 Years

Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs grade A* to C (English recommended). Must have an interest in Dance. Some experience and advantage

Course content
Performing to an Audience: Pupils prepare for a live public performance, develop performance skills, learn about the context of performances, different venues and rehearsal skills.
Dance Appreciation: View, discuss and analyse a range of dance works in different styles, learn and perform sequences from professional works.
Specialist units:
Jazz Dance: Understanding relationship between music and dance, understand and perform in a range of different jazz dance styles.
Choreographic Principles: Structuring dances, using different starting points for dance, working with dancers and evaluating the choreographic process.
The Healthy Performer: Dance related injuries and treatments, balanced diet for dancers, principles of fitness training.
Rehearsing for Performers: Rehearsal process, applying rehearsal and performance skills, reviewing the rehearsal process, prepare for a public performance.

How Will I Be Assessed?
Assessment is completed across the two years via assignment work. Each unit has outcomes you must cover in order to pass. Each assignment is graded on a Pass, Merit and Distinction basis. Assessment methods will be varied, ranging from practical assessment to written coursework.

What Could I Do Next?
This qualification will aid entrance to University to study Dance or PE and opens the door to careers in the teaching of dance, performing, theatre choreography and critical analysis.

Are There Any Special Expenses?
There may be some trips to performances and shows during the two years - costs to be confirmed at the start of the course.