BSc Dance Science
About this course
The BSc (Hons) Dance Science is an undergraduate degree exploring the physiological, psychological, and biomechanical principles underlying physical performance and artistic movement. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Design & Creative Practice. Students can choose between specialist pathway routes in Applied Performance or Health and Wellbeing, and the course is endorsed by The Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences and the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity. The first year establishes foundational knowledge through compulsory modules such as Anatomy and Physiology, Understanding Science and Dance Practice, Applications of Psychology in Dance, Personal Development, Professional Skills, and Dance Techniques B. The second year advances practical and theoretical understanding with modules including Biomechanics in Sport and Exercise, Clinical Exercise Physiology, Researching Dance Science, and Safe Dance Practice. The final year involves advanced study and independent research through modules such as Advanced Biomechanics, Applied Dance Science: Portfolio of Practice, Principles of Motor Learning for Dance, and a substantial Research Project.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff: 104 tariff points from A levels or combination with Extended Project / BTEC / Cambridge Technical. A level: BCC Normally to include a science-based subject (such as social sciences, biology, PE, psychology, sport science) at Grade C BTEC/Cambridge Technical: DMM Science, Sport, or Performing Arts (Dance)
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 100%
- Learning opportunities: 97%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 63%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 72%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 48 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 74%
- Working and studying: 13%
- Further study: 7%
- Unemployed: 1%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 21%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 14%
- Therapy professionals: 9%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 7%
- Elementary occupations: 7%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 13%
- South East: 67%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- The CASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme awards endorsement to sport and exercise science degree courses that can demonstrate the requisite mapping of knowledge and skills (totalling 79 competencies) that provide undergraduates with the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills essential to enter into the profession.
- Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Dance Techniques B
- Understanding Science and Dance Practice
- Applications of Psychology in Dance
- Personal Development
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Professional Skills
- Biomechanics in Sport and Exercise
- Clinical Exercise Physiology
- Dance Education: Culture and Community
- Dance Journalism
- Dance Techniques for Dance Science
- Developing and Monitoring Physical Performance
- Improvisation & Performance
- Movement and Character
- Nutrition for the Prevention and Treatment of Illness and Disease
- Performance Psychology
- Physiological Limitations to Performance
- Psychology of Physical Activity and Health
- Researching Dance Science
- Safe Dance Practice
- Sports Injury and Prevention
- Advanced Biomechanics
- Application of Technique for Dance Science
- Applied Dance Science: Portfolio of Practice
- Applied Sport Psychology: Delivering Mental Strategies
- Biomechanical Techniques
- Body Image and Performance
- Cardiovascular Rehabilitation
- Contemporary Issues in Sport, Exercise and Health
- Dance Movement Psychotherapy
- Exercise and Physical Activity Interventions
- Exercise Referral Clinic
- Nutrition for Sports Performance, Physical Development and Health
- Planning and Monitoring of Training and Performance
- Principles of Motor Learning for Dance
- Psychology of Injury and Rehabilitation
- Research Project
- Teaching Dance Technique
- The Conscious Dancer
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Dance Science at University of Chichester earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £19,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £30,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Dance Science at University of Chichester do next?
94% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Dance Science at University of Chichester?
100% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Dance Science at University of Chichester?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 125 UCAS points.
Is BSc Dance Science at University of Chichester accredited?
Yes. The CASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme awards endorsement to sport and exercise science degree courses that can demonstrate the requisite mapping of knowledge and skills (totalling 79 competencies) that provide undergraduates with the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills essential to enter into the profession. Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
How many students continue on BSc Dance Science at University of Chichester?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.