Diploma of Higher Education - DHE

Certificate of Higher Education - CHE

Bachelor of Arts with Honours - BAH

Level 5 Core

Level 5

Level 4 Core

Level 4

Level 6 Core

Level 6

Programme Structure

Minimum 104 points from 5 Higher Level subjects.

Minimum 104 points from 5 Higher Level subjects. Offerings: All

Tariff points including Distinction and Merit

Tariff points including Distinction and Merit Offerings: All

All students complete a written application and are practically auditioned by participating in an online, video or live audition. Each audition includes three technique classes (Ballet, Contemporary and Commercial, including an improvisation element), and the performance of a 1-2 minute solo. This is followed by a one-to-one interview with the Programme Leader or another member of the programme team. Within the interview their academic knowledge of and interest in the subject area are explored. Their language skills and capacity to successfully complete the programme will be evaluated. The key attributes that are looked for are: · Knowledge, ability, and experience in dance · Technical and creative potential practical skills · A level of physicality and fitness to be able to cope with the demands of the programme · An ability to articulate their interest in the field demonstrating understanding and prior engagement · Enthusiasm, broad interest and engagement with the audition and subject area · Ability to work effectively with others · Self-awareness and determination to succeed GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above or, an IELTs 6.0 or equivalent SELT score is a requirement for entry to the programme.  IAB is an equal opportunities organisation and aims to successfully recruit globally based students from a wide range of different socio-economic and personal backgrounds. We recognize and celebrate diversity in our academic community. Recognition of prior (Experiential Learning (RP(E)L) and credit transfer Evidence of prior successful completion of a complete level of study may be considered for direct entry to levels 5 or 6. You are required to complete an application, provide the evidence and where equivalence can be confirmed and is supported by the IAB, your request will be submitted to LJMU for their consideration and potential approval.

All students complete a written application and are practically auditioned by participating in an online, video or live audition. Each audition includes three technique classes (Ballet, Contemporary and Commercial, including an improvisation element), and the performance of a 1-2 minute solo. This is followed by a one-to-one interview with the Programme Leader or another member of the programme team. Within the interview their academic knowledge of and interest in the subject area are explored. Their language skills and capacity to successfully complete the programme will be evaluated. The key attributes that are looked for are: · Knowledge, ability, and experience in dance · Technical and creative potential practical skills · A level of physicality and fitness to be able to cope with the demands of the programme · An ability to articulate their interest in the field demonstrating understanding and prior engagement · Enthusiasm, broad interest and engagement with the audition and subject area · Ability to work effectively with others · Self-awareness and determination to succeed GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above or, an IELTs 6.0 or equivalent SELT score is a requirement for entry to the programme.  IAB is an equal opportunities organisation and aims to successfully recruit globally based students from a wide range of different socio-economic and personal backgrounds. We recognize and celebrate diversity in our academic community. Recognition of prior (Experiential Learning (RP(E)L) and credit transfer Evidence of prior successful completion of a complete level of study may be considered for direct entry to levels 5 or 6. You are required to complete an application, provide the evidence and where equivalence can be confirmed and is supported by the IAB, your request will be submitted to LJMU for their consideration and potential approval. Offerings: All

Minimum 104 Tariff points A/AS Level excluding General Studies

Minimum 104 Tariff points A/AS Level excluding General Studies Offerings: All

We welcome applications from mature students.  Given the wide range of backgrounds, qualifications and experience that mature applicants may offer, entry requirements are not necessarily rigid and can vary from one individual to another.  Substantial experience in your chosen area of interest can be accepted instead of formal qualifications.  You should make your experience clear in your application.

We welcome applications from mature students.  Given the wide range of backgrounds, qualifications and experience that mature applicants may offer, entry requirements are not necessarily rigid and can vary from one individual to another.  Substantial experience in your chosen area of interest can be accepted instead of formal qualifications.  You should make your experience clear in your application. Offerings: All

The national university entry academic qualification of your country equivalent to 104 UK Tariff points or 24 points from an international Baccalaureate. We welcome applicants with qualifications from outside of the UK.

The national university entry academic qualification of your country equivalent to 104 UK Tariff points or 24 points from an international Baccalaureate. We welcome applicants with qualifications from outside of the UK. Offerings: All

Diploma - 24 points including 6 in English at Higher level

Diploma - 24 points including 6 in English at Higher level Offerings: All

Demonstrate a pre-professional understanding of dance and the performing arts as both a creative and economic practice, with a clear understanding of their own potential position within it.

Demonstrate an awareness of interdisciplinary approaches and the capacity to engage and independently apply different theories and systems of knowledge.

Demonstrate the ability to research, organise and synthesise material independently and to critically evaluate its significance.

Demonstrate an understanding of the issues and theoretical paradigms which underpin the processes involved in the transition from creation / choreographic practice to performance.

Understand group and collaborative processes in the creation of work and the interdisciplinary nature of performing arts.

Demonstrate the ability to be prepared for and apply professional working practices and ethics in the creation of performances for a variety of contexts and settings.

Demonstrate the complex, expressive, integrated, and sustainable performance skills required of a professional dancer.

Utilise key practices and strategies for the understanding, analysis and exploration of dance techniques and creative performance.

Demonstrate the ability to lead, work pro-actively, independently, flexibly, and collaboratively within diverse creative teams and projects as well as in the creation of new work.

Demonstrate knowledge and an understanding of the interplay between practice and theory, in preparation for sustained professional practice.

Exercise a range of intellectual, analytical, self-reflective, and interpersonal graduate level transferable skills appropriate for gaining and maintaining employment in a range of creative industry setting.

Demonstrate knowledge and an understanding of professional structures and practices within the creative industries including entrepreneurship.

Demonstrate professional level technical and creative skills in dance across the three principle areas of dance performance (Contemporary, Ballet, and associated techniques).

Demonstrate the ability to develop ideas and construct arguments with the capacity to articulate them clearly in different modes and apply them to practical contexts

Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the relationship between technique and creativity.

Portray knowledge and understanding of the key processes and practices by which dance and performance is realised and managed.

Evaluate key political, economic, social, cultural and technological factors, which may impact on the production and reception of performing arts.

Course Catalogue

Dance - 35479 - BA (Hons)