Department of Dance
Every move you make matters.
“We want to introduce a new breed of dance artists to the world stage - performers who bring together contemporary Asian and Western perspectives, sensibilities and expressions.”
Caren Carino
Head of Department
Master the art of expressing beyond words. Famous for our contemporary East-West posture, our style of dance speaks a distinct language of its own. Alongside rigorous practical training in ballet and contemporary dance, our focus on both Western and Asian dance performance - including somatic practices, creative approaches and contextual studies - will give your repertoire both edge and versatility.
The diploma offered in the Department of Dance focuses on three main areas of study: Composition, Performance and Pedagogy. Our modules are primarily based on practice and application, and informed by both Asian and Western perspectives. Upon completing the programme, you will be able to demonstrate competency in contemporary dance approaches related to your area of study.
On top of the connections you will make during your industry attachment, every assignment and project is an experience in itself. Performance opportunities abound, with auditions available for formal productions, competitions, informal showings and student-created work. This active participation furnishes you with a sense of the real-world expectations within the dance profession, cultivating your self-discipline and improving your communication skills.
Study in a unique intercultural environment mentored by an international faculty - all respected artists in the own right. You can also expect frequent masterclasses, workshops and talks from guest artists from all over the world.
A hallmark of our dance repertoire is its connections with a broad range of cultures and disciplines. You will find this unique quality showcased in the department’s annual performance platforms, The Third Space and Crossings.
Potential careers
• Performer/Dancer
• Creator/Choreographer
• Dance Teacher/Instructor
• Dance Movement Therapist
• Dance Stage Manager/Production Assistan
• Dance Researcher/Writer
• Dance Administrator
“We want to introduce a new breed of dance artists to the world stage - performers who bring together contemporary Asian and Western perspectives, sensibilities and expressions.”
Caren Carino
Head of Department
Master the art of expressing beyond words. Famous for our contemporary East-West posture, our style of dance speaks a distinct language of its own. Alongside rigorous practical training in ballet and contemporary dance, our focus on both Western and Asian dance performance - including somatic practices, creative approaches and contextual studies - will give your repertoire both edge and versatility.
The diploma offered in the Department of Dance focuses on three main areas of study: Composition, Performance and Pedagogy. Our modules are primarily based on practice and application, and informed by both Asian and Western perspectives. Upon completing the programme, you will be able to demonstrate competency in contemporary dance approaches related to your area of study.
On top of the connections you will make during your industry attachment, every assignment and project is an experience in itself. Performance opportunities abound, with auditions available for formal productions, competitions, informal showings and student-created work. This active participation furnishes you with a sense of the real-world expectations within the dance profession, cultivating your self-discipline and improving your communication skills.
Study in a unique intercultural environment mentored by an international faculty - all respected artists in the own right. You can also expect frequent masterclasses, workshops and talks from guest artists from all over the world.
A hallmark of our dance repertoire is its connections with a broad range of cultures and disciplines. You will find this unique quality showcased in the department’s annual performance platforms, The Third Space and Crossings.
Potential careers
• Performer/Dancer
• Creator/Choreographer
• Dance Teacher/Instructor
• Dance Movement Therapist
• Dance Stage Manager/Production Assistan
• Dance Researcher/Writer
• Dance Administrator
Diploma
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Undergraduate
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance