MA Creative Dance Education

London Contemporary Dance School, The Place

Strengthen your future as a dance educator while learning about the power of creative frameworks in dance teaching. Delivered at our world-leading school with +30 years of specialist dance education knowledge, the MA Creative Dance Education is a key step towards a brighter future in dance education.The next generation of dance educators has the potential to transform the learning experience of their students. We believe it’s time to move away from outdated teaching styles and following only one dance training curriculum. Evidence-based approaches to dance education prioritise student wellbeing, mental health, diversity and collaboration. There isn’t a single ‘right’ way of teaching dance to students, and we want to empower dance teachers of the future with multiple tools for educating, engaging and growing deep connections with dance.The MA Creative Dance Education programme is your opportunity to learn a variety of theories and frameworks for dance, education and creativity. You will understand the value of evidence-based approaches to dance education, and you will interrogate the advantages and disadvantages of different methods, so you can find the teaching practice that best connects with your learners. Benefitting from a range of pedagogical experiences, this course enables you to elevate your future as a dance educator. And if you want to pursue Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or other relevant additional qualifications, you’ll be able to do so through seamless pathways within this course, using your placements to build towards the requirements to reach QTS.Creativity sparks discovery, innovation and positive mental health – and you will learn how creativity in dance and movement can enhance the experience for learners and for you as a teacher.With our proud history of dance education and innovation, London Contemporary Dance School (LCDS) is recognised globally for our dance teaching expertise. We’re the only school with world-leading status that exclusively teaches dance. Our building is also a community hub, where we teach children and adults of all ages, plus pre-vocational and higher education learners. As such, your learning will be elevated by direct access to our variety of teaching expertise and one-of-a-kind opportunities to get involved.Join us to become an adaptable dance educator, ready to apply knowledge and connect with learners in any context, crafting a brighter future for dance education.Locations of Study:The Place in Euston, LondonSchools, dance schools and other placement locations