BA Dance & Choreography
About this course
BA (Hons) in Dance & Choreography, a dance degree focused on physical performance, movement practice, and choreographic creation. Core topics include Research Methods, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Design & Creative Practice. Students have the option to undertake an optional year abroad. The first year covers the foundations through Contemporary Techniques & Improvisation 1, Performance & Choreographic Practices, Embodied Learning: Theories & Practices, and Dance Cultures, Histories & Practices. The second year progresses with Applied Techniques 1, Performance & Choreographic Skills, Dance Futures, and Researching Dance: Theories & Contexts. The final year involves advanced training and independent study through modules such as Advanced Technique 1, Independent Research Project, Advanced Techniques 2, and Professional Practice Project.
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Entry requirements
We consider all applications on their own individual merit and potential. Our diverse community is creative, innovative and entrepreneurial. We recognise that these qualities aren’t always shown in academic grades alone. That’s why, while many of our applicants achieve high academic grades, we also welcome those who can demonstrate their potential through an exceptional portfolio or performance. We welcome applications from all subject backgrounds, whether you’ve specialised in STEM, the arts or humanities. Find out more about our Entry Requirements here . Course routes & entry requirements BA/BSc(Hons) three year degree : minimum 64 UCAS Tariff points BA/BSc(Hons) four year degree with professional placement : minimum 64 UCAS Tariff points Check how many points your qualifications are worth
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 68%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 85%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 30%
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 40%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 30%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 205 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 8%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 11%
- South East: 14%
- South West: 50%
- Wales: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Contemporary Techniques & Improvisation 1
- Performance & Choreographic Practices
- Embodied Learning: Theories & Practices
- Contemporary Techniques & Improvisation 2
- Dance Cultures, Histories & Practices
- Site-Based Practices
- Applied Techniques 1
- Performance & Choreographic Skills
- Dance Futures
- Applied Techniques 2
- Researching Dance: Theories & Contexts
- Cross-Disciplinary Practices
- Advanced Technique 1
- Independent Research Project
- Advanced Techniques 2
- Professional Practice Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Dance & Choreography at Falmouth University earn?
The median salary is £17,500 after 15 months, £17,000 after 3 years, £22,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,500 and £28,000. The £22,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Dance.
What do graduates of BA Dance & Choreography at Falmouth University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Dance & Choreography at Falmouth University?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Dance & Choreography at Falmouth University?
The average entrant had 82 UCAS points.
Does BA Dance & Choreography at Falmouth University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Dance & Choreography at Falmouth University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.