Dance Studies MA - University of L

This year-long program explores dance performance and ethnography, providing students with a thorough understanding of repertoire, style, and contextualization. It culminates in a final presentation dissertation, allowing students to showcase their research and documentation skills. The program also offers elective options to enhance students' knowledge and skills in related areas.

Program Outline

Outline:

Year Long program

Semester 1 Autumn 30 Credits

MD6502 Repertoire and Style in Dance Performance 1 12 Credits
DA6021 Dance Ethnography 6 Credits
MD6021 Introduction to Fieldwork Techniques 3 Credits
MD6041 Introduction to Ritual Studies 3 Credits
Two Elective options

Semester 2 Spring 30 Credits

MD6502 Repertoire and Style in Dance Performance 2 12 Credits
MD6402 Contextualising Dance Performance 12 Credits

Semester 3 Summer Final Presentation 30 Credits

MD5522 Final Presentation Dissertation

Elective Options

AW6001 Academic Literacies for International Postgraduate Students*(compulsory)
MD6051 Independent Study 1
MD6061 Introduction to Somatics
MD6071 Writing and the Documentation of Arts Practice
MD6081Critical Engagements with Irish Traditional Music
MD6111 Colloquium
Advanced Dance in Health
Advanced Dance Pedagogy
Advanced Dance Studies
MD6052 Independent Study 2
MD6062 Critical Contexts for Arts Management and Cultural Policy
MD6072 Writing and the Documentation of Practice 2
MD6082 Choreography for Camera
DA6002 Critical Encounters with Irish Traditional Dance
MD6092 Introduction to Somatics 2
MD6102 Colloquium 2
MD6162 Interdisciplinary Practice

Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

A primary degree in a suitable discipline with first or second class honours or an approved professional qualification (Primary degree: Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland). An interview will be required in all cases, as well as an audition where necessary.

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