Dance and Choreography MA
University of Derby
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MA - Master of Arts

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Derby

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MA - Master of Arts

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This postgraduate course in Dance and Choreography is a fantastic opportunity for Dance Artists to further their practice and be at the forefront of sector development. The MA is designed to guide and nurture those with a keen interest and skill in choreographing, providing a space in which you can push your creative boundaries and generate new and innovative work. Artists will have the opportunity to tap into regional, national and international networks and have access to an exceptional body ...Read more

This postgraduate course in Dance and Choreography is a fantastic opportunity for Dance Artists to further their practice and be at the forefront of sector development. The MA is designed to guide and nurture those with a keen interest and skill in choreographing, providing a space in which you can push your creative boundaries and generate new and innovative work. Artists will have the opportunity to tap into regional, national and international networks and have access to an exceptional body of infrastructure and resources. Key areas that will be covered include: Narrative Development and Dramaturgy – the outside eye Role/involvement of the audience in a work (the fourth wall and when/how/what happens when you break it) The unique challenges of making work for indoor and outdoor contexts Funding landscape and opportunities Partnerships – who to develop them with and how to establish them Developing commissions Basics of health and safety in relation to the field (safe working practices/risk assessments/rigging). Take a look at the below video and be inspired by this highly practical MA that allows Dance Artists to train, create original work and perform in professional studio spaces.

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48/279
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79th
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Robyn
12 Dec 25

Great central location with good transport links. Great safety measures in place for students to feel safe on and around the campus...Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a first degree in Dance. Equivalent experience and achievements will be considered for those with less formal qualifications, provided they can demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and skills equivalent to degree level. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be used both to evidence equivalence for entry and to support advanced standing, with applicants eligible to receive up to a maximum of 80 RPL credits where alignment with the programme content can be demonstrated.

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£9,720 per year

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£17,500 per year

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£17,500 per year

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University of Derby
Kedleston Road Derby Derbyshire DE22 1GB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Peartree  1.8 miles away

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