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PGCE(M) 14+ Performance & Creative Arts

If you’re experienced within the creative arts industry and passionate about inspiring the next generation of performers and creatives, then this 1 year course offers you the skills and knowledge needed to teach ages 14 and above in this demanding and ever-evolving sector, alongside developing and nurturing you own creative identity as a teacher. This PGCE (M) course is 120 credits at master’s level (HE7), demonstrating your ability to work independently at a high level in the field of education. 90 credits at HE7 can be transferred to a full master’s award, depending on the specialist masters pathway.

This is a pre-service Initial Teacher Education (ITE) course – you don’t need prior experience of teaching or current employment in education. Through a combination of traditional study and work-based learning, you’ll be able to explore the key theories and techniques of teaching, learning and assessment. We’ll support you as you discover how to apply these in practice, how you can mould them to the teaching of dance and how they link into current research in education and dance education.

In addition to working in HE, FE colleges, sixth form colleges and schools there are also significant opportunities to work in a range of other educational sectors. The work-based learning sector ensures people are ready for employment and have the latest skills. Delivered in partnership with The University of Bolton, this programme meets the requirement recognised by the Society for Education & Training (SET) and upon successful completion of this course, students may undertake professional formation in order to be awarded Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) status by SET.

Modules

Year 1

  • Introduction to Teaching and Learning
  • Behaviour and Wellbeing for Teaching and Learning
  • Curriculum and Assessment for Teaching and Learning
  • Developing Professionalism in Teaching and Learning (Specialist Module) Part 1 – ITE
  • Developing Professionalism in Teaching and Learning (Specialist Module) Part 2 – ITE

Finance

You can get a government loan through student finance to pay your tuition fees. Please Visit www.gov.uk/student-finance to get started.

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Requirements

  • You should have at least a lower second class honours degree (2:2 or above) (or equivalent) in a subject that is related to dance; for instance, Performing Arts or Dance. Applicants with a third class honours degree will be considered on an individual basis. If your bachelor’s degree is not from a recognised UK higher education institution advice will be taken from the International Office on comparability.
  • You’ll be required to attend an interview as part of the application process. This will involve written diagnostic tests for English/literacy and mathematics/numeracy, a short oral presentation, and a face-to-face interview.
  • This course involves working unsupervised with children and/or vulnerable young people and adults and you must gain an Enhanced Disclosure certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) before starting your studies. Charges are payable to cover the cost of the DBS Enhanced Disclosure application and annual registration with the online Update Service.
  • You’ll need to provide satisfactory references, a satisfactory health declaration and a satisfactory student agreement prior to enrolment on the course.
  • If English isn’t your first language you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a range of other English language qualifications – please visit our English Language Requirements web page for more details.
  • We’ll also consider applications where appropriate work experience can be demonstrated in lieu of, or in addition to, the published academic qualifications in line with the University’s Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) procedures.
  • This course is open to UK and EU students. Applications from International students cannot usually be accepted because the study location for this course does not have a Tier 4 licence. Therefore, if you require sponsorship under Tier 4 (i.e. a Tier 4 international student visa to study in the UK) then unfortunately we’ll be unable to consider your application for this course.
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Our Facilities

The Valo Building boasts 12 brand new soundproof and sprung floor studios, and a built-in theatre. These specialized studios offer an exceptional learning environment, enabling students to immerse themselves in their creative disciplines.

• 12 industry standard studios
• Classroom
• Changing room facilities
• Meeting Rooms
• Student area
• Wi-Fi

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More courses available to you as follows:

CertHE Foundation in Professional & Commercial Dance (Certificate of Higher Education)

This 1-year intensive and industry driven programme aims to prepare aspiring dancers for further training within the dance sector. Driven by industry trends and innovation this course will provide you with a foundational understanding within all core dance techniques and styles to prepare you for undertaking an undergraduate degree course.

Award: CertHE

UCAS code: W763

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 1 Year

FDA in Professional and Commercial Dance

Our 2 year FDA course offers the opportunity to acquire and develop essential technical, artistic and theoretical competence through professional training to an Intermediate/level 5 standard.

Award: FDA

UCAS code: 8N01

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 2 Years

BA Hons in Professional and Commercial Dance

Our 3 year BA Hons course offers the opportunity to acquire and develop essential technical, artistic and theoretical competence through professional training to an Advanced/level 6 standard.

Award: BA (Hons)

UCAS code: W660

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 3 Years

BA (Hons) Professional and Commercial Dance (Top-Up) (1 Year)

This unique and intensive final year BA (Hons) top up course is driven and influenced by the current industry trends and needs of the sector to ensure that you will be fully prepared for employment in the diverse 21st century professional and commercial dance sector.

Award: BA (hons)

UCAS code: W665

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 1 Year

CertHE Foundation in Musical Theatre (Certificate of Higher Education)

This 1-year intensive and industry driven programme aims to prepare aspiring dancers for further training within the performing arts sector. Driven by industry trends and innovation this course will provide you with a foundational understanding within all core techniques and styles to prepare you for undertaking an undergraduate degree course.

Award: CertHE

UCAS code: P427

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 1 Year

FDA Musical Theatre

Our 2-year FdA is an intensive programme that offers the opportunity for students to develop and acquire the necessary technical and artistic skills to become professional Musical Theatre performers. Throughout your training, you’ll explore the core techniques of acting, voice and dance.

Award: FDA

UCAS code: P425

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 2 Years

BA (Hons) Musical Theatre

This course will help you explore the core techniques of acting, voice and dance, whilst developing a wide range of knowledge in devising, developing a production, audition and casting techniques preparing you to an advanced/level 6.

Award: BA (Hons)

UCAS code: P420

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 3 Years

BA(hons) Musical Theatre Top Up (1 Year)

Our intensive final  year BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre Top Up course course offers you the opportunity to build on your existing dance-related foundation degree or HND  and the chance for aspiring performs to develop, acquire, and refine the necessary technical and artistic skills to become professional musical theatre performers

Award: BA (hons)

UCAS code: P422

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 1 Year

FDA Street & Hip Hop Vernacular dance

This course provides an eclectic mix of styles and techniques including Breaking, Popping, Locking, House, Whacking, Voguing and Hip-Hop Foundations, underpinned by core techniques. Through a range of industry led projects and performance opportunities you will acquire and refine the essential skills to an advance and professional standard to ensure you are prepared for employment whilst continuing to nurture your creative identity and practice.

Award: FDA

UCAS code: W762

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 2 Years

BA (Hons) Top-Up Street Dance Artistry & Hip Hop Theatre

Our intensive final year BA (Hons) Street Dance Artistry and Hip Hop Theatre course offers you the opportunity to build on your existing dance-related foundation degree or HND. It provides an eclectic mix of styles and techniques, Breaking, Popping, Locking, House, Whacking, Voguing and Hip-Hop Foundations, underpinned by core techniques.

Award: BA(Hons)

UCAS code: W766

Attendance: Full Time

Duration: 1 Year

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