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MA Tanzpädagogik für künstlerischen Tanz (Dance Pedagogy) at Folkwang University of the Arts

Folkwang University of the Arts, Germany

Programme overview

Master of Arts for teaching in the professional field, with specialisation in contemporary dance (based on the Jooss-Leeder technique) or classical dance.

Faculty: Dance  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester (October)  |  Location: Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Methodology, didactics, physiology, dance theory, music, placements and trial lessons.

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Entry requirements

Professional degree from a bachelor of at least three years in a relevant artistic programme or equivalent. Pass the Folkwang aptitude test (Eignungsprüfung). At least three years of continuous professional practice (activity during studies counts) and pedagogical aptitude shown by a trial lesson. Applicants without a German school qualification must show German at level A1 (CEFR) at enrolment. Application deadline 15 March for the following winter semester; EUR 50 application fee.

Intake: Winter semester (October)

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS

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