BA (Hons) Dance at Buckinghamshire New University

Programme overview

Gain a broad understanding of the dance industry and the ability to manage a successful career in this exciting field. Become a thinking practitioner of dance and spend time looking at performance development through choreography and dance techniques. Focusing on jazz and commercial styles, this dynamic dance degree course will also give you the opportunity to work with professional dancers, choreographers and fitness professionals.

Faculty: Performing Arts | Duration: Three or Four Years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This degree focuses on commercial dance forms, jazz dance and classical ballet are the foundational styles but you will also have the chance to take classes in other diverse dance styles which may include K-Pop, AfroDance, Commercial, Hip Hop and contemporary. The supportive course team help to nurture your dance technique whilst also teaching you the transferable skills needed for your future career in the dance industry. Core modules include Foundations in Dance Technique, Development in Dance Techniques, Dance Pedagogy & Practice, Psychology for Dancers, Movement for Screen, Contemporary Issues and Creative Practice, Dance Progressions, Dance Repertoire, The Body and Performance, Fitness Instruction, The Dance Industry in Context, Advanced Dance Techniques, Applied Exercise Science for Dance and Fitness, Advanced Dance Performance. Optional modules include Belonging & Becoming, Enterprise.

Career pathways

Upon graduation, you will be prepared for a range of career possibilities. I chose to study at BNU because I found that this university offers the right course for my personal goals and aspirations, and for my future career. Roles include Dancer, Entertainer, Teacher, Dance choreographer, Fitness professional.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A typical offer will require a UCAS tariff score of: 88 - 112 (Full-time) or 32 - 56 (Foundation Year) UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application. Those with no previous study, work experience, or who do not meet the specified entry requirements, including demonstrating the necessary knowledge and understanding, are welcome to apply for the 3-year BA (Hons) degree, however may be offered the four-year programme which includes a Foundation Year. As part of the application process, candidates will be invited to attend an audition and interview. Audition/Interview Process Your audition/ interview will consist of joining in a 1-1.5 hour dance workshop. This could be in any dance style depending on what guest dance artist we have scheduled in for that week. You need to ensure you wear appropriate clothing for the audition and please be prepared to dance in bare feet/ trainers dependent on the style. We will be watching the audition and rather than looking specifically at your proficiency in the dance style, we are looking for students who are open-minded to trying different styles, who can apply feedback appropriately and who have potential. This will then be followed by an individual/ small group interview with one of the dance team. During the interview we will be asking questions to assess your suitability for the course and you will also have the chance to ask us any questions you may have regarding the course. This will last approximately 15 minutes. What you must bring with you Please bring/wear suitable dance attire. Information for overseas students Please note, students who live overseas and are unable to attend an interview/audition should submit a video/YouTube/Vimeo link in place of attending in person. This should be a 1-2 minute video of you dancing. This can be in any style you wish and can be a solo/ group piece (if it is a group piece, please make it clear to us which one you are in the video). This video should be a good example of your dance technique in your chosen style. Please email your dance video and an example of a piece of written work UCAS code W500.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,910 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Three or Four Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.bucks.ac.uk/study/apply-direct

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