BSc (Hons) Dance Science

at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

The Programme is undertaken over three consecutive academic years on a full-time basis. Advancing through the programme, students will be increasingly encouraged to develop as independent learners.
 

Year 1

The focus is on developing knowledge of key areas of Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition and Motor Skill Learning. Alongside this, students will acquire fundamental research skills including finding and interpreting sources critically and gaining knowledge of the main principles of research and research methods.
 

Modules (120 credits):

• Technical Practice I (30 credits, 30 weeks)
• Functional Anatomy & Physiology  (20 credits, 30 weeks)
• Nutrition (20 credits, 15 weeks)
• Motor Skill Learning (20 credits, 30 weeks)
• Researching Dance Science I (30 credits, 15 weeks)
   

Year 2

The focus is on consolidating and extending the material covered in Year 1 while introducing Performance Psychology and acquainting students with a range of methodologies for analysing movement and dance. Students will develop critical, creative and communication skills as well as foster a broader understanding of research methods. They will begin to apply their knowledge and understanding in different contexts and deepen their own embodied understanding of the material introduced through technical practice.
 

Modules (120 credits):

• Technical Practice II (30 credits, 30 weeks)
• Analysis of Performance (40 credits, 30 weeks)
• Performance Psychology (20 credits, 15 weeks)
• Researching Dance Science II (30 credits, 15 weeks)
   

Year 3

Throughout the three years, students will engage in Technical Practice to apply theories and concepts learned in the other modules to develop their own dance skills and to deepen their understanding of Dance Science through practical and embodied learning.

• A minimum of 112 

• An interest in Dance Science, normally demonstrated by an A-Level or equivalent in Maths, Science, Physical Education or Psychology (but not essentially so).

• Candidates without the recommended academic subjects at A-level are encouraged to apply if they have any of these subjects at GCSE (9-4).

• All applicants will be interviewed and will be asked to complete a dance science task to assess their aptitude for the programme.

• Some prior dance experience is essential and will be assessed through your personal statement.
   

Applicants will normally have studied a minimum of two years post GCSE. However, mature individuals with professional experience may also apply.
 

In addition, we accept a wide range of national and international qualifications using equivalencies from UCAS and UK NARIC. If you have any questions about your qualifications 
 

English language requirements

Applicants for whom English is not their first language should demonstrate proficiency in English equivalent to IELTS 5.5 in all areas.

BSc (Hons) Dance Science

Home    £9,250

International    £16,490

Graduates from our BSc Dance Science programme will pursue a range of careers. These include working within the fitness industry, working in community and participatory settings or completing further research in the field of dance science.
 

Health and Fitness

Dance is becoming increasingly used as a means to improve the health and fitness of different populations. The fitness industry is expanding both within the UK and overseas and graduates from our unique programme will have developed the strong dance skills and knowledge of the body, exercise prescription and assessment needed to excel in this area of work.

Community and Participatory Settings
BSc graduates will be equipped with knowledge of the mechanics and anatomy of the body, safe practice, injury prevention and the fundamental principles of educating and training different populations. As such, graduates of this programme would also be well suited to work within the community and participatory dance-teaching sector.