Dance Education and Teaching

Develop your technical skills in daily classes Daily technique classes keep your love of dancing at the heart of your experience, as you learn alongside students from across our dance department as part of an integrated dance community.

Perform and choreograph throughout your degree You will also engage in weekly choreography classes to develop your own creative ‘voice’ and performance skills, with opportunities to perform throughout your studies including at end of semester shows.

Guaranteed interview for our PGCE Dance programme We guarantee our BA (Hons) Dance Education and Teaching graduates who have the required English and Maths GCSEs an interview for our PGCE Secondary Dance programme to help support you on your journey to becoming a successful dance teacher.

Learn from sector-active dance practitioners Our lecturers and dance tutors are all experienced, professional, and practicing choreographers, technique tutors, dance practitioners, and dance science specialists.

Our tutors approach each class as an opportunity to share their expertise with you to nurture your talent, extend your creativity, as they get to know you and your aspirations.

Collaborative and supportive community Studying and training at the University of Chichester means that you will join our close, collaborative community of dancers, choreographers, writers, and researchers.

International exchange opportunities As part of your dance course, you can take part in an international exchange programme during your second year, as you experience new cultures whilst you continue your dance training.

Prepare for your career This course offers dedicated teaching work placements and specific dance education modules to inform your future teaching career.

You will have the opportunity complete work placements and graduate with industry experience within a variety of educational and dance teaching environments to help prepare you for your chosen career within the sector.

On this course you will: