Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Professional Dance (W500)

The Professional Dance degree at the University of Chester offers an innovative and challenging program designed to push the boundaries of your physical and creative expression through a dynamic, studio-based learning environment. Grounded in a critically informed approach to the latest trends in media and technology, the course equips students to perform, create, and teach dance in a variety of professional settings, developing strong technical, choreographic, and performance skills.

Through a collaborative and experimental approach, students will explore diverse dance styles including contemporary, global, and commercial dance, as well as community dance projects, screendance, and choreography. The program offers tailored pathways via specialist modules, supporting individual career aspirations and future professional development.

Led by experienced industry professionals, the course provides a supportive environment that fosters personal growth and creative confidence. Students will have access to state-of-the-art studios for rehearsal, performance, and practice, alongside opportunities to showcase work and build dance teaching skills.

Graduates of the program have gone on to perform with companies across the UK and Europe, secure Arts Council funding to produce original work, and develop careers in choreography, performance, and arts management. With close connections to leading dance artists and companies, the course ensures students stay at the forefront of performance innovation and are well-positioned for professional success in the dance industry.