Bachelor of Arts (Dance)

A challenging contemporary dance focused course where regular performance, intensive training and classroom practice are central to the philosophy of the program.

The pursuit of physical excellence is paired with the nurturing of creativity, laying the foundations for the performer, choreographer and/or independent practitioner.

The course provides an insight into dance as an art form, and as a social and educative experience, offering additional skills in communication, critical thinking, research and analysis.

Sustainability in relation to professional career pathways is emphasised through engagement with industry partners and exposure to diverse performance environments.

Industry placement, short study tours and international exchange opportunities provide a local, national and international perspective.

Year 1 - Full Year

Year 1 - Semester 1

Year 1 - Semester 2

Year 2 - Full Year

Year 2 - Semester 1

Year 2 - Semester 2

Or, with approval from the course coordinator, students may complete the following alternative pattern in Year Two:

Year 2 - Full Year

Year 3

^ Core Option # Designated Unit - a Unit or Unit of Competency which a School has designated as a fundamental course requirement and may only be attempted once unless otherwise determined by Board of Examiners. * Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.

Admission requirement (Band 3)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• AQF Cert IV;
• Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or
• Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;
• AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to submit satisfactory medical reports, and attend an audition. Information regarding audition requirements and procedures is available from WAAPA.

Portfolio pathway applications are not accepted for this course.

1. Apply broad historical, philosophical, theoretical and practical discipline knowledge to a range of professional and associated dance-related contexts.
2. Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex disciplinary knowledge within a choreographic and dance performance context.
3. Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse performance contexts to produce creative and innovative ideas in response to industry trends.
4. Use digital technologies and discipline related literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.
5. Successfully communicate knowledge and ideas, which incorporate other art forms, including duo and improvisation within a range of choreographic styles and approaches.
6. Incorporate techniques and teaching approaches to demonstrate a global outlook and communicate cross-cultural awareness, including indigenous cultural competence.
7. Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving, and decision making when interpreting the intention of choreographic work for professional practice in both solo and collaborative settings.
8. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning through self-reflection and application of feedback on individual project work in diverse settings.