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Dance Science and Education at The University of Edinburgh - UCAS

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2024 - 2025
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Open days

22May
The University of Edinburgh - Postgraduate Online Learning Open Days
Postgraduate

Course summary

If you are interested in the development of dance education, a comprehensive understanding of the science underpinning the art form is a must. This innovative programme - the only one of its kind in Scotland - offers just that, giving you the scientific theory and specialist skills that will inspire you to push the frontiers of dance and dance education. How will I learn? Through an applied and multi-disciplinary blend of theory and practice, you will:

  • learn to prepare dancers to improve their performance
  • explore the biopsychosocial and developmental issues that relate to dance education and training
  • develop an awareness of changing trends in dance science & education
Resources As you study the science relevant to dance performance and education, you will have access to resources at:
  • Institute for Sport, Physical Education and Health Sciences
  • Human Performance Science research group
The programme is offered full or part-time, with Master's or Postgraduate Diploma routes. MSc Dance Science and Education with Teaching Qualification (TQs) pathway Interested in teaching dance? On the 'with Teaching Qualification (TQs)' pathway of this programme, you will join our initial teacher education students on a path towards registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). This pathway is currently the only route to GTCS registration as a teacher for dance specialists qualified to teach learners aged 3-18 years in schools. Accreditation If you choose the GTCS-accredited Teaching Qualification (TQs) pathway, this degree will enable eligible graduates to apply for GTCS registration and teach in schools with a subject specialism of dance across 3-18 years.

Modules

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Entry requirements

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Dance Science and Education at The University of Edinburgh - UCAS