Program Overview
Bachelor of Arts (Dance)
The Bachelor of Arts (Dance) is a challenging contemporary dance-focused course where regular performance, intensive training, and classroom practice are central to the philosophy of the program. The pursuit of physical excellence is paired with the nurturing of creativity, laying the foundations for the performer, choreographer, and/or independent practitioner.
About this Course
This course provides an insight into dance as an art form and as a social and educative experience, offering additional skills in communication, critical thinking, research, and analysis. Sustainability in relation to professional career pathways is emphasized through engagement with industry partners and exposure to diverse performance environments. Industry placement, short study tours, and international exchange opportunities provide a local, national, and international perspective.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.
Course code
T73
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply. See Course Entry for further information.
Admissions
Course admission profile: ECU admission profile.
Fees
Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $9,550. See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Duration
3 years full-time. See Course Details for further information.
Availability & Campus
This course is not available to all students. To discuss your options, please make an enquiry.
Timetable
This course has a modified timetable. See Course Notes.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
Academic Admission requirements (Band 3)
The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
- All applicants are required to submit satisfactory medical reports and attend an interview.
- Information regarding interview and audition requirements and procedures is available from WAAPA.
- All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course.
- The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
- Undergraduate Certificate
- Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test
- University Preparation Course
- Indigenous University Orientation Course
- Experience Based Entry Scheme
English Language requirements (Band 3)
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ, or Canada
- University Preparation Course
- Indigenous University Orientation Course
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Associate Degree
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
- Other tests, courses, or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page
Course Details
Semester availability
This course is not available to all students. To discuss your options, please make an enquiry.
Course Structure
Year 1 - Full Year
- Unit Code: DAN1400
- Unit Title: Technique 1
- Credit Points: 30
Year 1 - Semester 1
- Unit Code: DAN1405
- Unit Title: Creative Process
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: DAN1410
- Unit Title: Body Knowledge
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: DAN1415
- Unit Title: Politics of Dance 1
- Credit Points: 15
Year 1 - Semester 2
- Unit Code: DAN1420
- Unit Title: Creative Practice 1
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: DAN1425
- Unit Title: Integrated Body Practices 1
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: DAN1430
- Unit Title: Cultural Perspectives 1
- Credit Points: 15
Year 2 - Full Year
- Unit Code: DAN2400
- Unit Title: Technique 2
- Credit Points: 30
- Unit Code: DAN2405
- Unit Title: Creative Practice 2
- Credit Points: 30
Year 2 - Semester 1
- Unit Code: DAN2430
- Unit Title: Integrated Body Practices 2
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: DAN2415
- Unit Title: Politics of Dance 2
- Credit Points: 15
Year 2 - Semester 2
- Unit Code: DAN2420
- Unit Title: Dance Education
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: DAN2425
- Unit Title: Cultural Perspectives 2
- Credit Points: 15
Year 3 - Full Year
- Unit Code: DAN3400
- Unit Title: Technique 3: Professional Practice
- Credit Points: 20
- Unit Code: DAN3405
- Unit Title: Performance
- Credit Points: 20
- Unit Code: DAN3410
- Unit Title: Career Pathways
- Credit Points: 20
Year 3 - Semester 1
- Unit Code: DAN3415
- Unit Title: Politics of Dance 3
- Credit Points: 15 Plus, choose 3 units from the selection below:
- Unit Code: DAN3455
- Unit Title: Creative Project 1
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: DAN3560
- Unit Title: Allied Arts
- Credit Points: 15
Year 3 - Semester 2
- Unit Code: DAN3470
- Unit Title: Creative Research Practice: Thinking Bodies
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: DAN3465
- Unit Title: Creative Project 2
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: DAN3460
- Unit Title: Allied Disciplines
- Credit Points: 15
- Unit Code: BPA2420
- Unit Title: Stage Combat and Intimacy
- Credit Points: 15
Course Notes
Important course notes
- Non-standard timetable requirements: Evening performances and rehearsals, three times yearly.
- Work Experience requirement: Students will complete the Career Pathways unit as part of this course.
Course learning outcomes
- Apply broad theoretical, technical, and practical discipline knowledge to a range of professional and associated dance-related contexts.
- Think critically to analyze, interpret, and conceptualize complex disciplinary knowledge within a choreographic and dance performance context.
- Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse performance contexts to produce creative and innovative ideas in response to industry trends.
- Use digital technologies and discipline-related literacies to access, evaluate, and synthesize relevant information from multiple sources.
- Successfully communicate knowledge and ideas, which incorporate other art forms, including duo and improvisation within a range of choreographic styles and approaches.
- Incorporate techniques and teaching approaches to demonstrate a global outlook and communicate cross-cultural awareness, including indigenous cultural competence.
- Apply initiative and judgment in planning, problem-solving, and decision-making when interpreting the intention of choreographic work for professional practice in both solo and collaborative settings.
- Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning through self-reflection and application of feedback on individual project work in diverse settings.
Fees and Scholarships
Fees
- AUD $9,550 - Commonwealth supported estimated 1st year indicative fee
Note
The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrollment of students undertaking the first year of this course.
Career Opportunities
This course encourages students to pursue individual goals as dance artists, choreographers, teachers, dance academics, or researchers.
Possible future job titles
- Dancer
- Contemporary Dancer
- Ballet Dancer
- Choreographer
- Dance Teacher
- Entertainer
- Performer
- Dance Researcher
- Dance Academic
Similar courses to consider
- Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance)
- Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance)
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area
- Bachelor of Creative and Performing Arts Honours
- Master of Teaching (Secondary)
- Master of Arts (Performing Arts)
- Doctor of Philosophy