Course overview
The Bachelor of Dance Practice is a specialised degree for individuals passionate about dance and ready to make it their career.
This degree provides students with the skills and knowledge to be leaders within the dance industry and within a wide range of roles such as dance teaching, facilitation of dance for community groups, event management and administration, and as dance practitioners and artists. The Bachelor of Dance Practice can also act as a pathway to the Bachelor of Dance Education.
Campus locations
Job outcomes
- Dance Teacher
- Dance Studio Owner
- Independent Dance Artist
- Community Dance Facilitator
- Dance Filmmaker
- Dance Administrator
- Dance Curator
- Dance Director
Study method
- Blended
- In-class
- Online
- Virtual
Locations
- New South Wales
- Sydney
- Olympic Park
- Sydney
Duration study load
- 3 Years full time
- Part time equivalent available
Entry requirements
Applicants must meet at least ONE of the following criteria to be considered for admission:
- A minimum HSC (Higher School Certificate) average of 60 (calculated from the average of the highest 6 units completed) or equivalent
- A qualification from a recognised higher education provider
- An Associate Diploma, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Tertiary Preparation Certificate from a TAFE or other recognised VET provider qualification (Students wishing to enter through Certificate IV must have completed Year 11 or equivalent)
- One year full-time or equivalent in a degree course at an Australian university
- Satisfaction of entry requirements specified under formal articulation arrangements as determined by the ACPE Academic Board
- A recognised overseas qualification with demonstrated proficiency in English
- Demonstration of good selection prospects as a student (for example, relevant work experience and motivation to study), and ineligibility to compete for admission based on the academic achievement criteria (1) to (6)
Additional entry requirement for the Bachelor of Dance Practice: Dance Audition.
Recognition of prior learning
An applicant may apply for an assessment of their prior learning at the time of applying for entry to an award course of the college.
Assessment
While some subjects require mid-term and final exams, assessments may also comprise quizzes, essays, research tasks, practical presentations and dance performances. Students enrolled in an online subject sit their final exam at the College or, if they live at a distance, under external supervision.
Testimonials
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Danielle NollBachelor of Dance Practice"ACPE has excellent dance teachers and experts. I learnt something different from each one of them"
Delivery
Online learning allows students to access the same learning resources and support available to on-campus students. The online learning environment is designed to be interactive, engaging and supportive. Some subjects may be offered online. Online subjects are taught with a viable cohort of students. If the cohort is not the right size for interactive learning students may be asked to attend on campus.
Subjects
About ACPE
The Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is one of the oldest higher education providers in NSW. For 100 years the College has provided first rate qualifications in physical education (PDHPE), dance education, sports business, health science, health and movement, coaching, applied fitness, and community health. ACPE courses are delivered at its purpose-built campus in Sydney Olympic Park, with a range of courses and individual subjects offered online.
