Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Practical

Module Offerings

6574IABCOM-SEP-PAR

Aims

The aims of the module are to: 1. Execute more complex movement vocabulary alongside a more secure use of individual style. 2. Synthesise technical skills with creative and artistic practice. 3. Adapt and respond to differing approaches within different Contemporary dance techniques. 4. Integrate a pre-professional level of self-discipline, self-management and learning autonomy.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Execute complex classical movement vocabulary alongside a more secure use of individual style.
2.
Synthesize technical skills with creative and artistic practice.
3.
Evidence the ability to adapt and respond to differing approaches within different Contemporary dance techniques.
4.
Evidence high levels of self-discipline, self-management and learning autonomy.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:The module is designed to deliver a pre-professional level of technical skills in the two areas of Ballet and Contemporary dance, tailored to the needs of a commercial dancer. Throughout the year students have regular practical classes each week in which they further develop and enhance their technical and creative dance skills. Building from Level 5 study, students will be exposed to further techniques and explore the approaches of different practitioners within the classical and contemporary spectrum. The module will particularly focus on acquiring of a complete understanding of their bodies’ capabilities and strategies to enhance their work in terms of both technique an artistry.
Additional Information:The module allows the students to build from the Ballet and Contemporary dance techniques introduced in level 5 and to physically prepare themselves for professional work. Assessment is via two technical unseen classes.

Assessments

Practice

Practice