Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Diploma
Major
Dance | Dance Education | Choreography
Area of study
Arts
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-28 | - |
| 2024-07-22 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
This intensive ballet program focuses on refining ballet techniques, performance skills, and partnering abilities. It also incorporates contemporary dance, nutrition, anatomy, and choreography to prepare students for careers in professional ballet and dance companies. The program provides practical experience through classes and performance opportunities, developing strong technique and artistry.
Program Outline
Outline:
- First Year - Full Ballet
- Refine ballet techniques
- Refine ballet performance skills
- Perform repertoire for corps de ballet
- Perform ballet solo variations
- Pas de Deux/Duo
- Refine dance partnering techniques
- Performance Professional Practice
- Refine performance techniques
- Nutrition and Anatomy
- Incorporate anatomy principles into skill development
- Maintain a high level of fitness for performance
- Contemporary Technique
- Refine contemporary dance techniques
- Allied Contemporary Techniques
- Develop expertise in allied contemporary dance techniques
- Pointe (Girls Only)
- Refine pointe work techniques
- Boys Only
- Apply movement and behavioural principles to conditioning
- Choreography
- Develop choreography skills
- Music
- Explore the relationship between music and dance
Careers:
- Prepares talented dance artists for the demands of work in mainstream Australian and overseas ballet and/or dance companies
- Provides intense practical experience, developing strong technique and artistry through classes and performance opportunities
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About University
Edith Cowan University
Overview:
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a public university located in Western Australia. It is known for its commitment to providing a high-quality student experience and its focus on research and innovation. ECU is a relatively young institution, established in 1991, but has quickly gained a global reputation for its academic excellence.
Services Offered:
ECU offers a range of services to support students, including:
Future student events:
On-campus and online sessions to help students decide on their course of study.Scholarships:
A variety of scholarships are available for eligible applicants.My-Uni-Start:
A platform for students to respond to their offer and begin their ECU experience.Career support:
Ongoing career support and access to industry contacts for alumni.Student Life and Campus Experience:
ECU boasts a vibrant campus life and offers a range of student experiences. The university has been recognized for its overall student experience, ranking highly among Australian universities.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-quality teaching:
ECU is known for its high-quality teaching, as evidenced by its ranking in The Good Universities Guide.Global reputation:
Despite its young age, ECU has established a strong global reputation, ranking among the world's best universities under 50 years old.State-of-the-art facilities:
ECU is investing in new facilities, including the upcoming ECU City campus, which will be a dynamic landmark in Perth's CBD.Strong research community:
ECU has a vibrant research community, actively supporting student and staff researchers.Academic Programs:
Other:
Indigenous recognition:
ECU is committed to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff.Industry partnerships:
ECU collaborates with a wide range of industry partners, including businesses, government agencies, and community organizations.Philanthropic support:
The ECU Foundation attracts support from individuals, alumni, and businesses.Employment opportunities:
ECU offers a variety of employment opportunities for staff and graduates.Total programs
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
- The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
- All applicants are required to attend an audition and interview where the candidate demonstrates competence in at least one dance style at Certificate IV level.
- It is desirable that all applicants demonstrate expertise through extensive vocational experience, or in grades in different dance styles through dance societies that run examinations linked to certification levels, and that they are turning at least 16 by 30 June in the year of commencing the course.
- Academic admission requirements (Band 1) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Completion of Year 10 or equivalent.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 10 English completion or equivalent.
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