- CR1DANCA26

Course overview

The BA (Hons) Dance and Drama degree at Edinburgh College is an intensive industry training course validated by Kingston University. It will challenge your potential as you immerse yourself in the art of Dance and performance through a range of techniques. This is a university-level course that will ensure you are prepared to an industry standard to progress into a career as a portfolio artist.

You will develop a range of transferable skills to equip you for the demands of a competitive world. Dancers can influence society, and this course aims to show you how you can become a part of that influence. You will critically engage in industry practices and learn how to take a simple performance idea and bring it to life. Throughout the course, you will gain essential experience in professional environments and make crucial connections with industry professionals. 

Spotlight Membership

The BA course is also a member of the Spotlight Graduate scheme; our BA students can apply to become Graduate Spotlight members during the first term of the year. Spotlight is the industry's leading casting platform, connecting performers, agents, and casting directors. Spotlight graduate membership is the stamp of professionalism that puts you in the best place to promote yourself to the industry as you complete your training. 

Further Performance Opportunities 

• First Footing - In-house dance production in The PASS Theatre
• Cross Currents - Dance end-of-year show, where BA students work with internal and external choreographers to showcase and celebrate their skills in a venue in Edinburgh City. 
• Edinburgh Fringe Festival - The BA cohort have the opportunity to showcase their work on a platform which runs as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. 
• Babel FAST Festival - Students have the opportunity to devise and perform at this International theatre festival in Romania. They are also able to participate in workshops delivered by well-known artists from around the world and receive free entry to all the shows in the festival programme. 

At Performing Arts Studio Scotland (PASS), we have amazing spaces to help you learn and create. These include the modern PASS Studio Theatre, eight dance and rehearsal studios, special classrooms, and a high-tech library and learning centre. You’ll find everything you need to bring your creative ideas to life!

PASS is in the heart of Edinburgh, known as the world’s Festival City. We work closely with top theatres, companies, and artists. These partnerships give you excellent chances to perform, join creative projects, and learn from real industry professionals.

What you will learn

Core Modules are:

• Access to Professional Workplace. Module leader, Rosalind Hoyte
• 21st-century choreography. Module Leader, Hannah Mason
• Production Project: Making a Performance. Module leader, Ashling Findlay-Carroll
• Ensemble Performance. Module leader, Eleanor Morrison

You will also participate in classes to develop your skills in:

• Body Conditioning for Performers
• Study Skills for Performing Arts
• Fundamental Dance Techniques - Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary and Commercial
• Audition Technique
• Personal and Professional Planning
• Website and Portfolio Building
• Entrepreneurial Skills

Placement information

The BA (Hons) Dance and Drama degree at Edinburgh College is an intensive industry training course validated by Kingston University. It will challenge your potential as you immerse yourself in the art of Dance and performance through a range of techniques. This is a university-level course that will ensure you are prepared to an industry standard to progress into a career as a portfolio artist.

You will develop a range of transferable skills to equip you for the demands of a competitive world. Dancers can influence society, and this course aims to show you how you can become a part of that influence. You will critically engage in industry practices and learn how to take a simple performance idea and bring it to life. Throughout the course, you will gain essential experience in professional environments and make crucial connections with industry professionals. 

Spotlight Membership

The BA course is also a member of the Spotlight Graduate scheme; our BA students can apply to become Graduate Spotlight members during the first term of the year. Spotlight is the industry's leading casting platform, connecting performers, agents, and casting directors. Spotlight graduate membership is the stamp of professionalism that puts you in the best place to promote yourself to the industry as you complete your training. 

Further Performance Opportunities 

• First Footing - In-house dance production in The PASS Theatre
• Cross Currents - Dance end-of-year show, where BA students work with internal and external choreographers to showcase and celebrate their skills in a venue in Edinburgh City. 
• Edinburgh Fringe Festival - The BA cohort have the opportunity to showcase their work on a platform which runs as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. 
• Babel FAST Festival - Students have the opportunity to devise and perform at this International theatre festival in Romania. They are also able to participate in workshops delivered by well-known artists from around the world and receive free entry to all the shows in the festival programme. 

At Performing Arts Studio Scotland (PASS), we have amazing spaces to help you learn and create. These include the modern PASS Studio Theatre, eight dance and rehearsal studios, special classrooms, and a high-tech library and learning centre. You’ll find everything you need to bring your creative ideas to life!

PASS is in the heart of Edinburgh, known as the world’s Festival City. We work closely with top theatres, companies, and artists. These partnerships give you excellent chances to perform, join creative projects, and learn from real industry professionals.