Universities United Kingdom University of Chichester Courses MSc Dance Science

MSc Dance Science
at University of Chichester

Chichester, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 15,300
Country Rank#124
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

Specialise in a research discipline route and explore dance science

This MSc Dance Science course is designed for students who wish to advance their undergraduate studies by developing specialist knowledge and application in a specific discipline within dance science.

This course provides a unique selection of modules from across MA Dance and MSc Sports and Exercise Science programmes and give you the opportunity to specialise exclusively in a discipline of Dance Science and access fully equipped laboratories to gain hands-on experience.

The discipline specific routes you could study are:

Biomechanics
Nutrition
Physiology
Psychology
Strength and Conditioning

This course aims to:

Develop a systematic and critical understanding of current theory, research and debates at the forefront of Dance Science.
Develop a comprehensive and critical understanding of research methodologies and practical techniques used in the field of Dance Science.
Foster a self-directed approach to learning.

Course Content
You will study a discipline specific route and can focus your studies on biomechanics, nutrition, physiology, psychology or strength and conditioning. Each discipline route includes three required modules in that subject area, two relevant dance electives, a research methods module. You will have pursue either an Applied Dance Science: Supervised Research Portfolio or a Dissertation

The Applied Dance Science: Supervised Research Portfolio allows you to gain insight into applied dance science and prepare for the type of reflective and academically grounded experience that is a central demand of candidates seeking membership and professional development opportunities with organisations such as the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science (IADMS), One Dance UK, British Association for Sport and Exercise Science (BASES), and National Dance Educators Organisation (NDEO).

This modules list is indicative and subject to change.

Core Modules
- Dance Science Research Dissertation
- Applied Dance Science: Supervised Research Portfolio
Entry Requirement
Typical offers (individual offers may vary):

Honours degree: 2:2 or higher in a related discipline.

IELTS: 6.5 with no element lower than 5.5.

You will need to attend an interview for this course.

You will need prior experience in the scientific discipline you want to pursue, such as biomechanics, physiology, nutrition, psychology, or strength and conditioning.

Applicants who want to take the Technical Dance Practice optional module will be required to demonstrate practical dance competency to a sufficient postgraduate level.

Applicants who want to take the Awareness in Motion optional module will need to demonstrate prior experience of somatic practices.
Fees & Scholarships
UK fee
£8,100

International fee
£15,300
Career Prospect
Within the past decade there has been a marked growth in the career opportunities available for dance science, such as teaching in further and higher education, working in professional companies and in health and well-being. There is also an increased need for appropriately qualified and accredited individuals to fill these positions.

Cost Of Studying At University of Chichester

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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MSc Dance Science at University of Chichester