BA (HONS) PROFESSIONAL COMMERCIAL DANCE & PERFORMANCE
The 3-year Professional Commercial Dance & Performance Degree delivers industry-leading training for students aspiring to work as professional performers in live performance and recorded media for music artists, film & TV performance work, creative work in social media and digital channels, including dance-based influencer work.
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2 YEAR SIXTH FORM DANCE
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1 YEAR FOUNDATION COURSE
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1 YEAR LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA
Our pre-professional training courses offer the very best preparation for professional training auditions. Whether you're looking for the UK's most successful dance Sixth Form course, an additional year of REAL training on our Foundation Course, or maybe need a little extra time to upgrade your GCSE results... we have a pre-pro course for you!
ELLIE LANCASTER - 2021 GRADUATE
MSC CRUISES | HOLLAND AMERICA CRUISES
I absolutely loved my time at Dancebox. The training was amazing. I knew all my regular teachers and they knew me, which meant more personal feedback and actual training... not just open classes. The teachers are incredible, so supportive and pushed me to be the best I can be. I will be forever grateful for my 3 years at Dancebox and the endless opportunities and continued support I still receive.
BA (HONS) PROFESSIONAL DANCE & MUSICAL THEATRE
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QUALIFICATION - BA (Hons) in Professional Dance & Musical Theatre
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DURATION - 3 Years, full-time
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - Between 88 - 112 UCAS points (please click here for general entry requirement for Buckinghamshire New University)
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FEES - £9,535.00 per year (Student loan funding available to UK students)
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition, industry specialists, show costumes and performance opportunities which are provided in addition to the the Degree qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '25/'26 academic year is £594, billed as £66 per month over 9 months.
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There is a one off Acceptance Fee of £295.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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The 3 year Professional Dance & Musical Theatre Degree is a rigorous programme of vocational training for aspiring professional performers. This outstanding programme of study trains performers to a professional, audition-ready level through the delivery of a detailed technical training in Dance and Musical Theatre disciplines.
The course is designed specifically for performers who want to excel in the Cruise, Cabaret and Musical Theatre industries and includes Ballet, Technical Jazz, Heels Technique, Showgirl Technique, Commercial, Latin, Lyrical, Tap, Singing (group & solo), Acting, Integrated Performance, Choreography and Health / Mental Health & Nutrition.
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Practical skills developed extensively in a variety of different dance genres
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Singing and Acting techniques developed through group and individual practice
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Extensive performance opportunities to showcase students' learning
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Academic studies to support and develop understanding of contextual and critical studies
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Facilitates understanding of historical and cultural developments in Dance and Musical Theatre
After gaining a strong grounding in all Dance and Musical Theatre skills in year 1, students have the opportunity to focus the final 2 years of their training to develop the specific skills required for their desired employment. Throughout the course the rigour and complexity of training increases so that graduates develop the skills, knowledge and expertise necessary for a long and successful performing career, as well as the security of gaining a full BA (Hons) degree qualification to pave the way for life after a performing career.
UCAS Application Information
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Course Code: W3DB
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Institution Code: B94
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Campus Name: Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works
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Campus Code: W
BA (HONS) PROFESSIONAL COMMERCIAL DANCE & PERFORMANCE
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QUALIFICATION - BA (Hons) in Professional Commercial Dance & Performance
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DURATION - 3 Years, full-time
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - Between 88 - 112 UCAS points (please click here for general entry requirement for Buckinghamshire New University)
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FEES - £9,535.00 per year (Student loan funding available to UK students)
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition, industry specialists, show costumes and performance opportunities which are provided in addition to the the Degree qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '25/'26 academic year is £594, billed as £66 per month over 9 months.
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There is a one off Acceptance Fee of £295.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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Our 3 year Commercial Dance degree program is meticulously crafted to meet the demands of the competitive commercial dance industry. Tailored for aspiring dance professionals, the course offers an exhaustive curriculum that focuses solely on the skills required for successful commercial dance employment.
The Professional Commercial Dance & Performance Degree has been developed to meet the needs of students aspiring to work as professional performers in live performance and recorded media for music artists, film & TV performance work, creative work in social media and digital channels, including dance-based influencer work.
The course includes Commercial Styles (inc. Commercial Heels), Lyrical, Latin, Jazz, Ballet, Choreography (inc. for Film & TV), Socials / Presenting, Personal Branding, social curation, self-tape skills, show reels, vocal reels (if applicable), Singing, Fitness, Health / Mental Health & Nutrition and project based units including Ariel, Acro, Circus Skills, Fire skills.
Key features of the program include:
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Extensive practical skills development in various dance styles.
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Numerous performance opportunities to demonstrate and refine acquired skills.
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Academic coursework to deepen understanding of the dance industry's contextual and critical aspects.
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Insight into the historical and cultural developments specific to commercial dance.
In the first year, students build a solid foundation in core dance techniques, which paves the way for more focused training in the final two years tailored to their career goals. The program progressively intensifies, enabling students to master the complex skills needed for sustained success in the performing arts. Graduates not only leave with refined performance skills but also the comprehensive educational qualifications of a full BA (Hons) degree, preparing them for a broad spectrum of future opportunities in and beyond dance.
UCAS Application Information
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Course Code: DBPC
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Institution Code: B94
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Campus Name: Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works
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Campus Code: W
SIXTH FORM DANCE
The 2-year Sixth Form Dance course provides the perfect springboard into Higher Education by giving students all of the skills and techniques needed to excel in degree-level professional training auditions.
The curriculum is rich in diversity and students train intensively throughout the 2 years to achieve a qualification which is equivalent to 3 A-Levels. The course in perfect for students with a passion for dance who want to explore, develop and extend their understanding of the performing arts industry through creative and stimulating study.
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QUALIFICATION - UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts
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DURATION - 2 Years (3 days per week)
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - minimum 4 GCSE passes at grade 4 (including Maths and English Language or Literature)
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FEES - UAL L3 Extended Diploma tuition fully-funded* (there will be some additional costs for uniform etc.)
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition, show costumes and performance opportunities which are provided in addition to the UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '25/'26 academic year is £594, billed as £66 per month over 9 months.
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There is a one off Acceptance Fee of £295.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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*EFA grant funding is available for the Level 3 Extended Diploma element of this course to students aged 16 - 18 at the start of the course, who have not yet completed a full Level 3 qualification. This course is also available to other students at a self funding rate of £4170 per year (fee correct for the '24/'25 academic year)
FOUNDATION COURSE
The 1-year Foundation Course provides students who have already completed a Level 3 qualification the opportunity to engage in a period of intensive training to develop the skills required to be successful in auditions for Higher Education and vocational training courses.
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Practical skills refined through the delivery of dance genres including Ballet, Jazz, Commercial, Latin and Tap, as well as Singing and MT Repertoire classes
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Extensive performance opportunities to showcase students' learning
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Encourages use of evaluative and reflective skills to support development and individual progress
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Facilitates understanding of critical and contextual awareness of different perspectives within the performing arts
The curriculum is rich in diversity and students train intensively throughout the programme to achieve a Level 4 qualification. The course in perfect for students with a passion for the Performing Arts who want to refine their practical skills and extend their understanding of the Performing Arts industry through creative and stimulating study.
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QUALIFICATION - UAL Level 4 Diploma in Performance
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DURATION - 1 Year (3 days per week)
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - Successful Dancebox College audition
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FEES - UAL L4 Diploma tuition fully-funded* (there will be some additional costs for uniform etc.)
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition, show costumes and performance opportunities which are provided in addition to the UAL Level 4 Diploma qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '25/'26 academic year is £594, billed as £66 per month over 9 months.
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There is a one off Acceptance Fee of £295.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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*EFA grant funding is available for the Level 4 Diploma element of this course to students aged 18 at the start of the course. This course is also available to other students aged 19+ at a self funding rate of £4170 per year (fee correct for the '24/'25 academic year)
LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA
The 1-year Level 2 Diploma in Dance course provides a bridge from GCSE level study into Further Education. This is the perfect course for students who may not have achieved the academic entry requirements for our 2-year Sixth Form Dance course (4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including either English Literature or Language & Maths required for entry), but who meet our vocational standards in their audition.
The curriculum is rich in diversity and students train intensively throughout the year to achieve a qualification which will support their progression to our Level 3 Sixth Form Dance & course, which is equivalent to 3 A-Levels. The course in perfect for students with a passion for dance, who want to explore, develop and extend their understanding of the dance and performing arts industries through creative and stimulating study.
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QUALIFICATION - UAL Level 2 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts
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DURATION - 1 Year (3 days per week)
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - Successful Dancebox College audition
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FEES - UAL L2 Diploma tuition fully-funded* (there will be some additional costs for uniform etc.)
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition, show costumes and performance opportunities which are provided in addition to the UAL Level 2 Diploma qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '25/'26 academic year is £594, billed as £66 per month over 9 months.
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There is a one off Acceptance Fee of £295.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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*EFA grant funding is available for the Level 2 Diploma element of this course to students aged 16 - 18 at the start of the course, who have not yet completed a full Level 2 qualification. This course is also available to other students at a self funding rate of £4170 per year (fee correct for the '24/'25 academic year)