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Dance Skills 2 (MUST10005)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Southbank)
Overview
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In Dance Skills 2 students will build on and further develop the skills from first semester. They will be expected to extend these through a program of self-directed daily practice. At the end of the first year of study, students should have developed sound technique in all areas of dance studied and be working at all times in accordance with an awareness of safe dance practice. Students will be expected to progress at a rate that takes into account their entry-level skills and ability and will be streamed accordingly. Classes will cover jazz, tap and technique but move beyond these as necessary. Course content will include technique, flexibility and strength work, corner work and choreography.
Intended learning outcomes
On completing this subject students will be able to:
- understand the fundamental components of stage movement – space, time, weight/dynamics, energy, momentum and physical awareness specifically related to jazz, tap, ballet and music theatre choreography;
- understand the fundamentals of dance-based anatomy, injury prevention and rehabilitation and nutrition and implement safe dance practice principles at all times;
- display a sound comprehension of theory and a consistent maintenance of good technique in all areas of dance studied;
- devise and maintain an autonomous program of daily practice, to increase flexibility, core strength, dance technique and ease of movement.
Generic skills
On completing this subject students will be able to:
• exhibit extensive practical and theoretical understanding of their discipline including acquisition of skill level, discipline, relevant professional knowledge, and ethics appropriate to professional artistic practice;
• be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning;
• recognise and value their uniqueness as an artist whilst developing diversification;
• participate fully in collaborative learning and to confront unfamiliar problems.
Last updated: 3 November 2022