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

This course is designed for those who are passionate about a career in professional and commercial dance but are looking to develop and strengthen their foundation skills before undertaking a full time professional training at degree level.

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.

Our demanding and intense CertHE offers students the opportunity to acquire and develop essential foundation technical, artistic and theoretical skills to enable them to progress on to a degree programme. Delivered by a range of highly qualified expert, industry specialists and faculty, it will ensure you receive the highest possible standard of foundation training which reflects the current needs and requirements of the sector to enable you to progress onto a degree course.

Successful completion of our 1-year CertHE provides the platform for the aspiring dance artist to progress into a degree programme to continue their training. There is the option to continue your training on one of our degree programmes through our audition process. Progression onto a Shockout degree is not guaranteed. However, this course will give you an insight into what we look for in a degree student whilst also preparing you for a range of progression opportunities.

This course is validated by the University of Bolton.

Requirements

64 UCAS points from at least one, but preferably two, A2-levels (or equivalent such as BTEC or HND) and experience of dance is preferred.

In addition you will be required to attend an audition as part of the application process. The quality of the audition is the primary basis on which applicants, with at least the minimum entry requirements, are selected.

How to apply

  1. Fill out and the Online Application, and upload a photo of yourself
  2. After your Application is received you will be sent an email and be allocated an audition date
  3. Confirm your audition date
  4. Attend your confirmed audition date
  5. You will then receive a letter offering you a conditional or unconditional offer
  6. You must then confirm or reject your place

Please note: upon acceptance there is a compulsory enrichment fee of £275

Our Facilities

At our brand new campus, the Valo Building, we offer high-quality training for both undergraduate and postgraduate students in the arts. This state-of-the-art facility is strategically situated next to Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester. During the day, the Valo Building is the vibrant hub for Shockout Arts courses.

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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