MSc Dance Science

at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance

The MSc Dance Science is a research-led taught programme which focuses on understanding and investigating dancers and dance practice across recreational, training and professional settings through scientific approaches. From both a theoretical and applied perspective, the programme engages with qualitative and quantitative modes of research and practice, integrating interdisciplinary elements of dance science informed by a range of disciplines such as physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology and somatic practices.
 

The programme offers the opportunity to develop and apply knowledge in a variety of areas, including enhancement of dance practice and performance, dancers’ wellness, and dance for health. The modules provide the opportunity to progress from the acquisition of critical foundations of performance science knowledge and skills, to focus on specific areas of knowledge and application in dance science, culminating with the development and implementation of a specialized and in-depth investigation of a chosen topic. Through the programme, students will have the opportunity to engage in laboratory and studio-based learning activities and perform a series of research-oriented tasks, including the design and execution of an independent dance science research study. The integrative nature of the programme and the diversity of experiences and backgrounds of both students and faculty makes it a thriving and organic interdisciplinary learning experience.
 

Module Map

Msc Dance Science (Level 7)
 

Modules    

• Approaches to Performance Research   
• Foundations in Performance Science   
• Performing Research 1    
• Performing Research 2   
• Applications in Dance Science    
• Project

• Applicants are expected to have an appropriate first degree (or an equivalent qualification) or 5 years’ professional experience in a relevant discipline.

• Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements are subject to the Institution’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.
   

English Language requirements

IELTS Band 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in all four areas (General English Test) or above (or equivalents).  

MSc Dance Science Fees 
 

• HOME/EU  £9,840  
   
• INTERNATIONAL   £20,830

Graduates often go on to become consultants for dance companies, training institutions and national dance organisations. They can become teachers and lecturers and go onto further study. Graduates use their dance science knowledge to inform their own practice as dancers, teachers, rehearsal directors or choreographers.
 

“I met life-long mentors, colleagues, and friends and encountered incredible opportunities; above all, I was nurtured as a dance artist, researcher and academic”.