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Fontys University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor Dance | Dance Arts in Context
- Tilburg, Netherlands
Bachelor's degree
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
At Fontys Dance Arts in Context, we teach you to create, think, and produce with your fellow students, and to place dance in different contexts. The programme offers three different profiles: Contemporary, Contemporary Urban, and Choreography. Here, you are encouraged to develop your artistic profile, both as a creator, and dancer.
Bilborough College
A Level Dance
- Nottingham, United Kingdom
A-level
English
We follow the AQA specification at Bilborough Sixth Form College. You’ll be taught in a dedicated dance studio, with a sprung floor, mirrored walls, and portable sound and lighting equipment. Practical exams take place in our wonderfully equipped Theatre. It is desirable, but not essential, that you have dance experience – and you must show enthusiasm, passion and a willingness to experiment with different styles.
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Carthage College
Bachelor of Science - Dance
- Kenosha, USA
BA
On-Campus
English
Dance motivates and inspires a broad range of students at Carthage, from those majoring in music theatre to those studying subjects like chemistry or political science.
Dean College
Bachelor of Arts in Dance
- Franklin, USA
BA
On-Campus
English
Rigorous, well-rounded technical training with a purposeful liberal arts curriculum — ideal for those pursuing performance, choreography, teaching, studio management or other fields.
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Exploring dance history goes beyond movement; it delves into cultural narratives, social dynamics, and artistic evolution. This field combines rigorous analysis with a rich understanding of dance's role in various contexts, making it a vibrant area of study.
As a student in dance history, you’ll examine diverse global traditions and their transformations over time. Courses typically cover topics such as the impact of historical events on dance forms, analysis of influential choreographers, and the study of dance in relation to societal changes. You’ll strengthen your research abilities as you engage with primary sources, artifacts, and performance documentation. The environment encourages critical thinking and creativity essential for a nuanced understanding of the subject.
Graduates of dance history may pursue careers in academia, arts education, or cultural institutions, contributing to scholarship and promoting dance heritage. Through this program, students gain not only knowledge of dance movements but also comprehensive skills in research, interpretation, and presentation critical for various professional avenues in the arts and humanities.