Dance (A-Level)

A-Level

The famous saying goes, ‘dance like nobody is watching’. A-level Dance enables students to be whoever they want to be. The course is for those who have a passion for dancing – whether they want to become a dancer in the future or not. The subject opens doors into many different industries and pathways and will have our students dance into their chosen career with grace and charisma.Students will be taught professional repertoire from some of the leading professional dance companies in the UK and abroad. They will learn to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge and understanding of dance and its developments over time including: style, technique, influences, key practitioners, professional repertoire and communication of dance ideas. Students will practice:DISCIPLINE AUTONOMY NATURALISTIC TECHNIQUE CREATIVITY EXPRESSIONOur former students have been very successful in securing places at dance conservatoires such as Trinity Laban and Northern School of Contemporary Dance. Students have also gained places at London Studio Centre, Bird, Laines, Urdang and the University of Leeds.

Outline

Assessment will include a practical and written exam as students will be assessed on both their dance talent and technique as well as their academic abilities.

Entry Requirements

Students will need a minimum of five grade 5’s or above, including English Language and Mathematics.Please note: Some dance experience is essential for successfully completing our A-level Dance qualification. Students are required to successfully complete an interview and audition.* One Vocational Qualification in a related subject area will be considered in place of a GCSE.

*Fees

Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.

Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.

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Academic Yr

25/26

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Dance (A-Level) (Level 3)

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Pendleton Sixth Form College

Start Date

02/09/2025

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