Dance - BFA

Program Overview

Arizona State University's BFA in Dance program fosters versatile skills in dance technique, creative practices, and dance history. Emphasizing creativity, inquiry, and humanity, the program prepares students for careers as dancers, choreographers, and educators. With a diverse curriculum and experienced faculty, the program offers opportunities for research, performance, and study abroad.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The BFA in Dance at Arizona State University

is a comprehensive program designed to prepare students for careers as professional dancers, choreographers, and dance educators.

The program emphasizes a holistic approach to movement and education, fostering versatile skills that lead to success in the arts and related fields.

Core values

of creativity, inquiry, and humanity are interwoven into a wide range of academic experiences, allowing students to gain a deep understanding of dance as inquiry and to bridge knowledge and community.

Outline:

The BFA in Dance program consists of a diverse curriculum that covers various aspects of dance:

• Technique instruction: in a range of forms, including Afro-Latin, contemporary ballet, hip hop, contemporary modern, and somatic practices.
• Creative practices: Studying the creative process and dance-making using improvisation, choreography, and interdisciplinary approaches.
• Dance and digital arts: Exploring the intersection of dance and technology.
• Dance history, ethnography and philosophy: Understanding the history, theory, and cultural significance of dance.
• Movement practices: Studying the theory, history, and technique of a range of dance forms and mind-body practices.

The program also offers opportunities for students to:

• Participate in research projects.

• Present their work at conferences and festivals.

• Study abroad.

Assessment:

Assessment in the BFA in Dance program is based on a variety of methods, including:

• Performances: Students are assessed on their technical proficiency, artistry, and ability to communicate through movement.
• Written assignments: Students are assessed on their critical thinking, research, and writing skills.
• Presentations: Students are assessed on their ability to present their work in a clear and concise manner.
• Peer feedback: Students receive feedback from their peers on their work.

Teaching:

Careers:

The BFA in Dance program prepares students for a variety of careers in the arts, including:

• Choreographer
• Dancer
• Dance educator
• Dance critic
• Arts administrator

Other:

• The program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance.
• The average class size is 15 students.
• The program offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid options.
• The program has a strong alumni network.

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