百花视频

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.

Course learning outcomes

Apply broad theoretical, technical and practical discipline knowledge to a range of professional and associated dance-related contexts.

Think critically to analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex disciplinary knowledge within a choreographic and dance performance context.

Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse performance contexts to produce creative and innovative ideas in response to industry trends.

Use digital technologies and discipline related literacies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources.

Successfully communicate knowledge and ideas, which incorporate other art forms, including duo and improvisation within a range of choreographic styles and approaches.

Incorporate techniques and teaching approaches to demonstrate a global outlook and communicate cross-cultural awareness, including indigenous cultural competence.

Apply 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.

Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning through self-reflection and application of feedback on individual project work in diverse settings.

Career Opportunities

This course encourages students to pursue individual goals as dance artists, choreographers, teachers, dance academics or researchers.

Possible future job titles

Dancer, Contemporary Dancer, Ballet Dancer, Choreographer, Dance Teacher, Entertainer, Performer, Dance Researcher, Dance Academic