BA (Hons)
Dance Performance
Level 4 / 5/ 6
This exciting and innovative Dance Performance course, provides extensive vocational training in a range of dance styles for performers who wish to develop the versatility for a career within the industry at an accessible regional based college. Your professional training will begin in the dance studio.
Throughout each module, eight in total, you will begin to build a solid technique in a range of styles covering Commercial, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Tap, Latin, Contemporary, Cabaret and Ballet. Each module will give you the tools, knowledge and experience for a career in different contexts, whether that is supporting an artist on stage, dancing for camera, choreographing, working in Musical Theatre or developing your own work.
You will work and train with visiting industry experts as well as with our creative and knowledgeable resident faculty. The combination of the collected experience of these practitioners will shape your intensive training through different approaches to styles and technique. You will also be given the opportunity to work as a performer under the direction of an industry professional engaging in the creative process.
Additionally, you will be equipped with a working theoretical knowledge of the historical and contemporary practices within dance styles, as well as personal reflective skills, developing a knowledgeable dancer.
You will also be led through the process of understanding employment in the industry and the need for personal promotion through career planning. These elements will further contextualise your practice, broadening your appeal within a highly competitive industry.
Course Price
£9000
Additional Costs
Uniform Fee: £200
Enrichment Fee: £250 per year
Funding
This course is fully funded by Student Finance England and a discretionary maintenance loan can be applied for to support living expenses.
WELSH STUDENTS
We are pleased to confirm that Addict Dance Academy courses have been designated for Student Finance Wales / Medr funding for the 2026/27 academic year. New students starting in 2026/27 will be able to apply for Medr funding for the duration of the course.
Please note, however, that there will be a shortfall between the funding available and the total course fees. For 2026-27, Medr will fund up to £6,525, while course fees are set at £9,000 (subject to review). This results in a current shortfall of £2,475.
By accepting a place at Addict Dance Academy, you are agreeing to cover the full cost of the course. This means the remaining balance will need to be paid directly to the university.
Please also be aware that course designation, the level of funding provided by Medr, and course fees are all subject to ongoing review and may change.
If you are still interested in studying with us and are considering self-funding your training, you are very welcome to continue with your application. Our team will be happy to talk you through the options available and support you through the application process.
If you would like to discuss this further, please contact our team at applications@addictdanceacademy.co.uk, or you may wish to contact Student Finance Wales directly for more information about their funding guidance.
Entry Requirements
A-Levels at grade C and C and D or above.
BTEC Extended Diploma MMP.
GCSE English Language and Maths (grade 9-4/A*-C) or 2 equivalents.
All applicants will be invited for a free audition and interview. At the audition students will take part in a commercial, jazz and ballet class. If you wish to prepare a song this is optional, not compulsory. This approach allows the programme team to assess prior experience in dance. The practical audition will be followed by an interview. Students will be offered a place on a suitable course in line with the Admission Policy at Addict Dance Academy.
If English is not your first language you will require a recognised Level 2 English language qualification or an IELTS score of 6.0 (with 5.5 minimum in each skill) or an equivalent English Language qualification.
In some circumstances, Addict Dance Academy, in conjunction with our partners will allow for Exceptional Admissions. If you think you qualify for this, please contact us for more details and to discuss your options.
Assessment Models
Assessments will be conducted through real life experiences with professional choreographers and employers as well as performances, workshops, mixed media, portfolios, presentations and reflective writing.
Progression Route
On completion of the course you could progress onto a post graduate qualification (e.g. Masters or PGCE) or enter the industry as a professional dancer, dance teacher, fitness instructor, community dance practitioner or an events manager. We have graduates who have successfully gained employment with Rita Ora, Nicki Minaj, Black Eyed Peas, Camila Cabello, Dubai Entertainments, Thriller Live, Stefflon Don, Jack and Jack, and many more. See alumni to see the maxing successes of our graduates.
This course is fully funded by Student Finance England and a discretionary maintenance loan can be applied for to support living expenses.
You must take modules worth 120 credits at each level of the course. Each module is worth a specified number of credits.
Course Content
4YEAR ONE FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS (LEVEL 4)
- Commercial Dance Techniques (30 Credits)
- Jazz Dance Techniques (30 Credits)
- Classical Dance Technique (30 Credits)
- Performance Practice (30 Credits)
YEAR TWO FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS (LEVEL 5)
- Commercial Styles And Applications (20 Credits)
- Dance Industry Portfolio (20 Credits)
- Dance Technique Portfolio (40 Credits)
- Performance Project (40 Credits)
YEAR THREE FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS (LEVEL 6)
- Creative Practice (20 Credits)
- Professional Dance Performance (40 Credits)
- Professional Dance Training (40 Credits)
- Professional Development Portfolio (20 Credits)
A typical 30 credit module is 300 hours which includes 200 hours of tutor led delivery and 100 hours of recommended independent study.
A full-time student should expect to undertake 30 additional hours per week during term-time.
- For details of progression and module scenarios please refer to the Academic Regulations.
- For details of assessment offences please refer to Academic Offence Policy.
- For details of how we will inform you of changes to modules please refer to the terms and conditions.
Students at Addict Dance Academy are bound by Addict Dance Academy terms and conditions as the education provider and University of West London as the courses validated by them.
