School of Dance
If you have ever thought about studying dance, take a good look at Wesley Institute’s School of Dance. Study under a great line-up of teachers and industry professionals in a supportive and caring Christian learning environment.
FEE-HELP is available for eligible students. Undergraduate courses also qualify for Youth Allowance, Austudy and Abstudy.
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance)
The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) is a pre-professional performance degree covering the main styles of dance technique, complementary movement methods, training and development in performance and production skills, and offering cognitive and practical skill development in the creative processes of improvisation and composition. Theoretical and historical studies provide the foundation for practice, and a supportive environment encourages students in their development as dancers.
Some of the dance and movement styles offered are:
- Ballet Technique
- Contemporary Technique - Martha Graham, Lester Horton, Jose Limon and Release
- Jazz - Hip Hop, Pure Jazz Technique, Lyrical, Afro and Musical Theatre
- Allied Movement - Pilates, Feldenkrais and Alexander Technique
Our courses are practical and professional, combining creativity with spirituality. Internationally renowned guest artists and educators visit regularly and interdisciplinary projects are encouraged. Opportunities are provided to tour and perform in numerous community and cultural settings.
Diploma of Creative Arts (Dance)
The Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) has an optional exit point at the end of the second year. Students exiting after two years are awarded the Diploma of Creative Arts (Dance). They would be well-positioned to take up a variety of support roles in performance or production, and to run dance programs in their churches or communities.
Career Opportunities
As a graduate, you will be recognised by other accredited institutions, both Christian and secular, and by employers in all sectors of the community.
Completion of the dance degree can lead to employment in dance performance, arts administration, leadership of church dance ministries or of community based arts projects, teaching dance or creative movement in studios, or teaching secondary dance (with the completion of the Institute’s Graduate Diploma of Education).
Our Facilities
Studies are offered in dance facilities of industry standard. Technique classes are held in four dance studios with barres, full length mirrors and sprung floors. There is a performance theatre on campus, fully equipped with sound and lighting systems and backstage change rooms and bathrooms. Studios and classrooms include audio and visual facilities, and the School of Dance has its own wardrobe department. Sets are usually constructed and stored on campus. Most dance productions are staged in either the Wesley Institute Theatre or commercial theatres around the city.
Our large faculty are professionals, most of whom are leaders in their fields. If you have been thinking about dance studies, perhaps now is a good time to take the first step!
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