Program Overview

Introduction to the Dance Certificate Program

The Dance Certificate program is an undergraduate certificate offered by the Boyer College of Music and Dance at Temple University. This program provides students with the opportunity to experience the excitement of Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts courses, culminating in significant music and dance knowledge and performance experience.

Overview

The Dance Certificate program is designed to offer a coherent disciplinary context beyond that which is possible in random course election. Graded experiences will be recognized on the final transcript. To apply for the Certificate in Dance, students must submit a digital video recording (two minutes maximum) that demonstrates the applicant's skills in one or more styles of dance.

Admission and Eligibility

Admission to the Dance Certificate program requires students to be matriculated in an undergraduate degree program at Temple University, in good academic standing, and have completed at least 15 credits at Temple University by the initial requested semester of certificate coursework. Students enrolled in Boyer degree programs must consult with the CPCA Assistant Dean of Student Affairs to determine eligibility to complete selected Boyer certificate programs.

Requirements

The Certificate in Dance will be acknowledged on the official transcript at the time of the awarding of the bachelor's degree provided that the student successfully completes the following courses with a grade of C- or better in each course:

• DANC 1804: Jazz Dance I (2 credits)
• DANC 1811: Movement Improvisation I (2 credits)
• DANC 1852: Ways of Knowing Dance (2 credits)
• DANC 2853: African Dance I (2 credits)
• Select one of the following:
  • DANC 1807: Hatha Yoga I (2 credits)
  • DANC 2822: Pilates: Body Conditioning (2 credits)
• Select one of the following:
  • DANC 1815: Modern Dance Technique I A (2 credits)
  • DANC 1831: Ballet I A (2 credits)
  • DANC 2844: Hip Hop (2 credits) Total Credit Hours: 12

Program Details

• Campus Location: Main
• Program Code: BC-DANC-CERT The Certificate in Dance program can be completed in four semesters if the program permits, with most students completing all requirements within six semesters. There are no exit requirements, comprehensive exams, theses, or practica required. Grading will consist of standard letter grades awarded according to Boyer College and university policy for all coursework. The minimum grade for all coursework is C-. There will be no course auditing, pass/fail grades, or CR options.