Postgraduate Diploma in Dance Studies PGDipDanceSt

at University of Auckland

Programme structure
 

You will investigate choreographic practice, dance education practice and the role of dance in wellness contexts, dance and cultural diversity. You’ll explore issues, philosophies and practices in depth, and be introduced to the diverse methods and ethics of academic research. Award-winning teachers and researchers will guide your research and foster your individual interests and career.
 

Core courses: 90 points
Elective courses: 30 points

Programme requirements
 
You must have completed a Bachelor of Dance Studies (BDanceSt) or Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPerfArts) at the University of Auckland within two years of starting the PGDipDanceSt.
 

If your BDanceSt was completed more than two years prior to starting this honours programme, you must also submit a CV covering previous dance education, experience, and practice/employment.
 

Alternatively, you must hold an undergraduate degree in dance studies or performing arts from a recognised university (or similar institution) and submit a CV covering your previous dance education, experience, and practice/employment.
 

Further programme requirements
 
English language requirements
 

If you are an international applicant whose first language is not English you will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency.

You will require an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no bands less than 6.0. See alternative English language requirements.
 

2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$8,947.20 – $9,728.40

International students
NZ$46,752

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $979.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
 

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Where could this programme take you?
 

Postgraduate study boosts your potential to build a sustainable career in dance, academia and research, contributing to influential projects in dance and the wider arts community.

Jobs related to this programme

• Academic
• Arts administrator/manager
• Community dance practitioner
• Cultural adviser
• Professional choreographer
• Professional dancer
• Professional studio dance teacher
• Research assistant