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Royal Academy of Dance
2020 – 2021
ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE PROSPECTUS 2020/21
100 WELCOME TO THE
1920 — 1954
Adeline
Genée, DBE
years ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE
of RAD
Presidents
LUKE RITTNER, CBE DR MICHELLE GROVES
1991 — 2012 Our presidents have contributed widely to our
Chief executive Director of Education
development over its 100-year history, with each
Antoinette having travelled extensively, promoting the work of
Sibley, DBE the RAD and communicating with members and
students worldwide. Approaching our centenary in 2020, we now find Here at the RAD, we recognise the importance of having
ourselves operating in over 89 countries, with a worldwide qualified, well-informed and inspirational dance teachers
Adeline Genée in
As internationally famous ballerinas, membership of approximately 13,000 and offering teacher who can meet the challenges and expectations of dance
Alaska, 1898
and as RAD Presidents, they are ambassadors training programmes to more than a thousand students. teaching fit for the twenty-first century. Dance teachers
for the importance of dance education and are important role models, with the power to motivate
training at all levels. The reputation of the Royal Academy of Dance was and influence not only the next generation of dancers and
founded upon the expertise of an international group dance teachers, but also the dance audiences of the future.
of dancers and, perhaps most importantly, teachers. It
2012 — is thanks to generations of these visionaries that we are In the RAD’s centenary year, there is much to celebrate
recognised internationally as a leader in our field. in terms of how dance teacher education and training has
Darcey evolved to meet new thinking, new approaches, new
More than 240,000 candidates around the world take RAD expectations and a new populace. While ballet remains at
1954 — 1991 Bussell, DBE exams annually and the prestigious Genée International the RAD’s core, the Faculty of Education recognises that
Margot Ballet Competition, recently renamed in honour of Dame
Margot Fonteyn, is staged in a different country every year.
the landscape of dance teaching will continue to be wide-
ranging, with teachers working across a breadth of contexts
Fonteyn, DBE As we approach our 100th birthday, we take great pride in which embrace the cultural and artistic diversity of today’s
Antoinette Sibley in being able to offer education that has been developed, dance communities.
Romeo and Juliet, 1970 refined and proven over many years. But, we don’t rest
upon our reputation: we continue to strive to ensure that The Faculty of Education’s portfolio of programmes has
our teaching and training is at the forefront of knowledge been specifically designed to meet your immediate and
and practice. future aspirations as a dance teacher. Central to our
approach to dance teacher education and training is
The RAD is one of the world’s most sought after dance putting our students at the heart of their learning and
teacher training and education organisations simply because teaching experiences, acknowledging that each and every
of the unique breadth of our activities. We are seen by one of our students has different needs and aspirations.
many as an extended global family rather than just another By studying with the RAD, you will also join a global
teaching organisation, as we believe that every student community of dance students and teachers who
should be supported and encouraged within a professional share your love and passion for dance, and are
yet considerate and sympathetic environment. dedicated to promoting the benefits of dance to all.
I commend this prospectus to you. If you are considering a Faculty of Education students and graduates have the
career in dance teaching, then I do not believe you could potential to make unique contributions to the future
Margot Fonteyn as do any better than start by enrolling on a Royal Academy development of dance education and training and we
Princess Aurora in the of Dance Faculty of Education programme – especially in look forward to helping you realise your ambitions in
Royal Ballet’s Sleeping Darcey Bussell as Princess Aurora, in the Royal our centenary year. this most special and rewarding profession.
Beauty for BBCTV, 1959 Ballet’s performance of Sleeping Beauty, 2003
01
CONTENTS
Patron
HM Queen Elizabeth II
President
Dame Darcey Bussell, DBE
Royal Academy of Dance
01 Welcome to the Royal Academy of Dance
36 Battersea Square
04 100 Years of the RAD London, SW11 3RA
07 Open Days
Tel: +44 (0)20 7326 8000
08 Why Study with the RAD? Email: faculty@rad.org.uk
10 Which Programme is for you? royalacademyofdance.org
13 Careers & Industry Royal Academy of Dance® is a charity registered in
14 Your Future England and Wales No. 312826
17 Excellence in Teaching ROYAL ACADEMY OF DANCE® and RAD® are
18 Facilities registered Trade Marks of the Royal Academy of Dance.
21 Studying On-site or by Distance Learning
The use or misuse of the Trade Mark or any other content
of this publication, without prior written permission from
22 Study & Accommodation in London the Royal Academy of Dance, is strictly prohibited.
25 Undergraduate Programmes
All photographs included in this prospectus are present
27 BA (Hons) Ballet Education and past students and staff members of the Faculty of
33 BA (Hons) Dance Education Education, unless otherwise stated.
39 Postgraduate Programmes If you require this prospectus in large print, please contact
41 PGCE: Dance Teaching (with QTS) Registry, Faculty of Education.
47 Master of Arts in Education (Dance Teaching) Tel: +44 (0)20 7326 8086
53 RAD Awards Email: faculty@rad.org.uk
55 Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
58 Translations
The RAD aims to create an accessible and inclusive working
61 Diploma in Dance Teaching Studies and learning environment in which all people are treated
67 Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Dance fairly with dignity and respect and in which they are able
73 Professional Dancers’ Programmes to give their best. We are committed to equality, diversity
and inclusion and have in place policies and procedures to
75 Professional Dancers’ Teaching Diploma
ensure fairness, equality and professionalism.
81 Professional Dancers’ Teaching Diploma: China
83 Professional Dancers’ Postgraduate Safeguarding
Teaching Certificate The protection of children and vulnerable adults is
89 International Students important to the RAD. We have a ‘duty of care’ to
90 Global Connections / Studying in English provide a safe environment that is conducive to ensuring
that the children and vulnerable adults with whom we
92 International Applications come into contact are well protected and that there is a
94 Student Application Timeline system in place to protect their welfare. Safeguarding and
96 How to Apply promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults
100 Tuition Fees for Entry is the responsibility of all staff who work at the Royal
Academy of Dance.
102 Supporting You
105 Step into Dance RAD policies
106 Benesh International These can be downloaded from royalacademyofdance.org
108 About us or hard copies can be obtained from the Head of Quality
Assurance in the Faculty of Education. The RAD continues
109 Continuing Professional Development
to maintain academic standards, enhance the quality of
110 RAD Membership student learning opportunities, and provide information
111 Contact us about those opportunities.
02 03
100 years of the rad
The RAD began life as the Association From the beginning, RAD teacher the first RAD degree programmes
of Teachers of Operatic Dancing of education employed a wide and, the creation of the Faculty of
Great Britain, a cumbersome title curriculum, drawing on the fields Education. Access to funding for
subsequently shortened, in 1935, of human sciences, history and, of students followed and the rest, as
to the Royal Academy of Dancing. course, education studies. The early they say, is history.
The organisation owes much to its programmes also included teaching
five original founders, each of whom practical skills necessary for ballet From 1999 to 2010, the Faculty of
represented one of the great classical teachers: the making of tutus, darning Education created a portfolio of
ballet traditions: Adeline Genée pointe shoes, deportment and voice degrees and professional awards
(the Danish school), Edouard coaching. As the decades passed, to meet the needs of an increasingly
Espinosa (French), Lucia Cormani the needs of a rapidly expanding diverse dance teaching profession.
(Italian), Phyllis Bedells (English) and and increasingly international RAD The work continues, with the
Tamara Karsavina (Russian). The exerted an influence. Graduates refining of content and expansion
combination of their knowledge and from the full-time Teacher Training of delivery to reach student teachers
expertise informed the first syllabi Course were to ensure the accuracy, across a global network, pioneering
and examinations framework and reliability and validity of the syllabus developments in distance learning. Keith Lester & Teacher Training Course students, 1970
enabled the Academy to set new and examinations framework, from As this prospectus shows, the
standards in dance teaching. pre-school to the final stage of defining characteristic of the
vocational training. From 1976, The Faculty of Education today is ‘choice’:
The education and training of dance College (which occupied the top certificates, diplomas, undergraduate “Education is wider
teachers was a priority of the RAD
under its first President, Adeline
floor of the RAD headquarters in
Battersea) produced generations of
and postgraduate degrees, part-time
and full-time study, on-site and than teaching, a thing
Genée. By 1939 she had formulated
plans for a full-time teacher training
graduates whose status as Licentiates
of the Royal Academy of Dancing was
distance learning, private and state
sector contexts, ballet specialism and
which all teachers,
course which would elevate the recognised in the private dance dance diversity – the opportunities especially specialist
dance teacher to a qualified
professional, recognised within state
sector internationally. are endless. It may have taken one
hundred years but this is, without a teachers, need ever
education and academia. A lecture by
Miss E.R. Gwatkin, given at the RAD
By the early 1990s, the withdrawal
of local council funding and the
doubt, a cause for celebration. to keep in mind.”
E.R. GWATKIN,
in January 1939 and subsequently introduction of degrees in dance
published, set out an ambitious and meant that a new direction was 1939
far-sighted plan to ‘educate’ rather needed, and it came from an unlikely
than simply train dance teachers. The source. The Academy’s former
outbreak of the Second World War President, Dame Margot Fonteyn
delayed activities until 1945, when the (1919-1991), had been Chancellor June Mitchell with college students, 1996
first full-time course for ‘teachers of of the University of Durham, a link
dancing’ was launched. which was to open the door to
04 05
OPEN DAYS
The best way to find out what it’s like to study at
the Royal Academy of Dance, is to come to one of
our open days and experience it for yourself.
Our open days are fun, interactive
OPEN Days
RAD tours
and informative. Not only will you We welcome visitors to our
find out more about the programme headquarters, and offer tours
of study you are interested in, but
you will get to sample it too.
(subject to booking). These are
run between 10am and 4pm,
2019-2020
Monday to Friday. They begin at
Join in classes reception with a staff guide, and
Take part in a practical dance class
relevant to your choice of programme
and experience life as an RAD
last approximately 45 minutes.
21ST
student first-hand.
UCAS and higher education fairs
We travel across the UK to attend
OCT 2019
UCAS exhibitions and careers fairs
Watch RAD students at work
Get to see our students at work in
their day-to-day classes by watching
and have staff on hand to answer
all your study and career questions.
For further event details please visit:
24th
a ballet or performance class. royalacademyofdance.org/openday OCT 2019
or email: faculty@rad.org.uk
Take a tour
Tour the building and explore the
dance studios and study facilities.
“The classes and
14th
NOV 2019
Meet students and staff
Chat to our staff and students over
lessons were
an informal lunch. inspirational and 22ND
Presentations and questions gave a good insight OCT 2020
Find out everything you need
to know about studying your
into life at the RAD.”
chosen programme, and the career
choices it offers, at our careers
fair session. Programme Managers
12th
and Registry staff are on hand to NOV 2020
answer your questions.
If you can’t make one of our open
days, you can join us for our virtual
open days – keep an eye out for them
via social media to ask questions and
enjoy them from the comfort of your
own home.
06 07
Why dance
WHY STUDY WITH THE RAD? teacher Education?
At the forefront of dance education and teaching
for a century, we have the experience, expertise
and enthusiasm to help you realise your goals.
RAD graduates are in demand We are an international Dance Education is an incredibly diverse and exciting
Our graduates are highly sought organisation profession. It is an area that is enjoying continued
after by employers, with graduates We have students from all around the worldwide popularity and offers a number of different
working across a number of sectors world studying with us on university- career opportunities. Graduates who have completed
and teaching contexts throughout validated and RAD programmes. We Faculty of Education programmes have pursued a range
the world. have 36 international offices, and of rewarding careers all over the world. Many have set up
one programme is offered in nine their own successful dance schools, developed innovative
Connected with the world different languages. dance practices, contributed research to the field, and
of dance taken on leadership roles in dance.
We have partnerships and History and experience
connections with many dance When you join us, you will become Dance teachers can work in many different contexts
education organisations around the part of an organisation that has a depending on their interests and choice of qualification;
world. Our work placements and long and distinguished history. you could be preparing students to become professional
visits add to your learning experience Established in 1920, we have 100 dancers, providing specialist subject education in a school
and ensure that you are well years’ experience in training and or college, or helping people to learn more about dance
prepared for the workplace. educating dance teachers. and movement so they can develop their artistic and
creative skills whilst improving their health and wellbeing.
London – an exciting place Professional membership You could be teaching dance in private dance schools,
to study As a student, you gain access to the vocational schools, state sector primary and secondary
The RAD’s central location gives professional membership body of the schools, community settings, and in further or
easy access to West End theatres,
dance performance spaces, resident
choreographers and companies.
RAD which, in addition to a global
support network, ensures you have a
competitive advantage from day one.
100 Years’ higher education.
In addition to high-level dance subject knowledge,
With numerous museums and art This includes access to information on
in dance teacher education prospective dance teachers need to develop excellent
galleries on your doorstep, London worldwide job opportunities. communication skills and engage in critical, reflective and
is an amazing city and a world-class
centre for culture and the arts. Registered Teacher Status
Most of our students are eligible
Over 4,500 creative practices. If you are passionate about dance and
enjoy working with people, dance education could be
the right career path for you.
World-class education at an for registration as teachers with dance teachers trained by
affordable price
We make our programmes of study
the RAD on successful completion
of their programme.
the faculty of education
as accessible as possible to all
students, and provide an excellent
education at a competitive price. 36
international offices
89
Countries
08 09
WHICH PROGRAMME IS FOR YOU?
We offer a range of programmes of study, including degrees
validated by the University of Bath, and Awards of the RAD.
UNDERGRADUATE POSTGRADUATE RAD AWARDS PROFESSIONAL DANCERS
BA (Hons) Ballet Language: English Postgraduate Certificate Language: English Certificate in Ballet Language: Chinese, English, Professional Dancers’ Language: English
Education Page: 27 in Education: Dance Page: 41 Teaching Studies German, Greek, Italian, Teaching Diploma Page: 75
Teaching (with Qualified Japanese, Korean, Portuguese,
Location: RAD, London and Validated by: Validated by: Location: Distance learning, Location: RAD, London Validated by:
Teacher Status) Spanish
teaching placements on-site intensive study period Start: June 2021
Page: 55
Start: September 2020 Location: RAD, London and and teaching placement
Validated by: Duration: 3 months full-time
teaching placements Start: January 2021
Duration: 3 years full-time
Start: August 2020 Duration: 2 years part-time
BA (Hons) Dance Language: English Duration: 1 year full-time Location: China Language: English and
Education Page: 33 Start: Summer 2021 Chinese with translations
Validated by: Master of Arts in Language: English Language: English Duration: 3 months full-time Page: 81
Location: Distance learning, Diploma in Dance
and on-site intensive study Education (Dance Page: 47 Teaching Studies Page: 61 Validated by :
seminar at RAD, London Teaching)
Validated by: Validated by:
Location: Distance learning
Start: September 2020 Location: Distance learning, and teaching placement
Duration: 3 years full-time or with induction seminar at RAD, Start: January 2021
6 years part-time London in August
Duration: 2 years part-time Professional Dancers’ Language: English
Start: September 2020
Diploma of Higher Language: English Postgraduate Teaching Page: 83
Duration: 2-3 years part-time Licentiate of the Royal Language: English Certificate
Education: Dance Page: 33
Academy of Dance Validated by :
Education Page: 67
Validated by: Postgraduate Diploma Language: English Location: Distance learning
Location: RAD, London Validated by:
Location: Distance learning, in Education (Dance Page: 47 with on-site induction and
and on-site intensive study Teaching) Start: May 2021 intensive study period in
Validated by:
seminar at RAD, London Berlin or Sydney and teaching
Location: Distance learning, Duration: 5 weeks full-time
placement
Start: September 2020 with induction seminar at RAD, Annually for 3 years
Duration: 2 years full-time or Start: Berlin: January 2022
London in August
4 years part-time Sydney: July 2022
Start: September 2020
Duration: 1 year part-time
Duration: 2 years part-time
Certificate of Higher Language: English
Education: Dance Page: 33 Postgraduate Certificate Language: English
Education Our programmes offer flexible learning and are delivered Our university-validated programmes are designated at
Validated by: in Education (Dance Page: 47
Teaching) by highly experienced tutors. You can choose from on-site, levels consistent with the Framework for Higher Education
Location: Distance learning, Validated by: full or part-time study, or distance learning which enables Qualifications (FHEQ) in which first year undergraduate
and on-site intensive study
Location: Distance learning, you to study from your own home. The Certificate in is Level 4 and Master’s qualifications are Level 7. Most
seminar at RAD, London
with induction seminar at RAD, Ballet Teaching Studies is also offered in nine of our programmes offer eligibility for registration as a
Start: September 2020 London in August different languages. teacher with the RAD.
Duration: 1 year full-time or Start: September 2020
2 years part-time
Duration: 1 year part-time
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CAREERS & INDUSTRY
We give you opportunities to work with
organisations and schools that will enhance your
profile as a student teacher and graduate.
Careers & industry links
We work with organisations around the world to ensure
our programmes and teaching staff are at the forefront
of dance education, and provide you with a breadth of
experience to launch or develop your career. In addition
to work placements and visits, you will also enjoy input
from guest tutors and speakers, including leading figures
from the world of dance and education.
Work placements
Many of our programmes offer face-to-face teaching
experiences through placement opportunities. These
develop your teaching skills and help you gain confidence
while working with real students in a supportive and
supervised environment.
We work with many different partnership schools to
provide a range of placements for students. These provide
a multitude of dance teaching contexts and ensure that you
become well-rounded and experienced teachers, equipped
to face the unique demands of the profession.
“It’s an honour
when your dream
job becomes
a reality.”
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YOUR FUTURE
Our successful graduates go on to work all over the world,
leading the way in dance and dance teacher education.
I have been working as a teacher of Dance and Physical As a teacher, I wanted to improve my teaching methods
Education and am a school-based tutor for the PGCE while enhancing my career prospects, so I chose the MA
programme. The PGCE prepared me immensely well for because the programme offers a unique approach to
my career as a dance teacher. The wide breadth of the advanced learning through work-based research. The part-
programme allowed me to develop my understanding of time, distance learning aspect also allowed me to work and
teaching in a number of settings, styles and key stages, and I take care of my family. My biggest challenge was returning
felt well equipped as I began teaching as a Newly Qualified to academic life as a mature student, but my tutors gave
Teacher. I particularly enjoy mentoring trainee teachers from me the support to strengthen my confidence and I believe
the RAD; supporting them on placement as they develop I am a much better dance teacher for it. An unexpected
as teachers and I hope to apply the skills I have gained both outcome from this experience is my newly-found interest in
on the PGCE and as a teacher to develop these in a dance research and academic writing and the most important thing
department as a Head of Dance.” the programme has taught me is that it is never too late to
pursue an education.”
Bethany Walker
Graduate, PGCE: Dance Teaching (with QTS) Melinda Green Traves
Graduate, Master of Arts in Education (Dance Teaching)
I began my dance training in Kristiansand, Norway and After gaining my Bachelor of Education degree in Canada,
chose the BABE programme due to the combination of I moved North to pursue my teaching career in a thriving
practical and theoretical modules. Since graduating, I have dance community in Yellowknife. The DDTS programme
been employed as a ballet teacher in China and Germany was a great fit for me, as a public school educator, as
and have realised the most valuable thing I learnt on the I appreciated the programme’s emphasis on diverse
programme was the importance of working with what you pedagogical methods and inclusive practice. I loved that
have before you. This has been vital when teaching students it focused on more than just teaching dance steps; but
who are accustomed to a different culture, discipline and helps teachers learn how to nurture individual children as
teaching style. My future career aspirations are to share dance artists. Balancing part-time studies with the rest of
the joy of dancing and deliver enjoyable and inspiring ballet my life required careful scheduling, but if it weren’t for this
classes. To see a student’s pride and confidence in their own structure, I would not have achieved my goal of becoming a
achievements is what I am most grateful for and inspired by RAD Registered Teacher.”
as a teacher.”
Tomiko Robson
Stina Bjelland Graduate, Diploma in Dance Teaching Studies
Graduate, BA (Hons) Ballet Education
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EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING
Academic staff Lecturers & speakers
Our teaching staff are knowledgeable We regularly invite visiting lecturers
and accomplished practitioners and guest speakers to the RAD,
whose experience of a wide range providing members, staff and students
of dance teaching sectors ensures with a fascinating insight into the world
that you keep pace with the industry. of dance and education. Our Guest
All are highly-qualified, with many Lecture Series has brought together
pursuing research in their specialist a diverse set of perspectives on dance,
field. Staff also regularly present at including:
international academic conferences • Gerard Charles
and events. (Artistic Director, RAD),
Support staff • Amanda Eyles
Our friendly team of support staff (Choreologist, Royal Ballet),
are on hand to advise you in all non- • Roslyn Sulcas
academic areas related to your (dance writer and critic,
study, such as queries regarding The New York Times),
your programme, student finances, • Dr Ross McKim
equipment and facilities. We also (former Artistic Director of
have a Student Support Officer Rambert School of Ballet and
who provides pastoral support and Contemporary Dance),
guidance in relation to additional • Dr Ann Hutchinson Guest
learning needs and a Study Skills (world-renowned expert in
Coordinator who will be able to dance notation, highly acclaimed
support you in the development author, researcher on dance
of your academic study skills. and founder of the Language
of Dance Centre).
16 17FACILITIES
The RAD has superb facilities and resources which make
it a centre of excellence for the study of dance.
Our studios & performance space Our flexible lecture spaces are The library is also home to the RAD
For the majority of our programmes, equipped with computers, Wi-Fi Archives which comprise an enviable
studying at the RAD includes laptops, printers and charging pods, range of rare photographs and
attending sessions at our headquarters alongside video, DVD playback artefacts such as letters and costume
in London where you will benefit facilities and large TV screens. designs which support numerous
from a new state of the art building. teaching and research areas, including
Seven fully equipped dance studios Dance Library and Archive documenting the development
will provide students with plenty Our new, bespoke, state of the of the RAD’s 100-year heritage.
of opportunity to practice and art library will feature a variety of A unique collection of over 600
rehearse, alongside our purpose- bright, contemporary spaces for Benesh Movement Notation scores
built 200 seater performance space/ private and group study, including is available for consultation and the
theatre for student and community audio visual stations, a group study video collection enables you to use
dance performances. suite for collaborative working and a range of professional dance works
a second study room dedicated to for resource-based teaching whilst
Learning technology viewing material from the secure on-site.
Both on-site and distance learning archive room.
students have access to the Faculty While off-site you will have access to
of Education’s Virtual Learning Our library collections attract the online Dance in Video database
Environment (VLE) from which you dance scholars and researchers which offers a large collection of
can access study materials and use from around the world and as an professional dance productions and
interactive learning and discussion RAD student you will have access documentaries. A selection of online
forums. The VLE fully integrates to these extensive book, serial and journals and other resources will
Adobe Connect webinar software audio-visual collections, covering all enhance your research opportunities.
for online taught sessions, group aspects of ballet and other dance
tutorials and other interactive genres, anthropology, biography, You will be offered training in
learning experiences on distance choreography, criticism, education, discovering and using these resources.
learning programmes. history, notation, physiology and Friendly library staff are available to
psychology, plus materials to support support you throughout your studies
To support learning and self- your writing and study skills. and encourage individual and
assessment of practical performance creative thinking.
work and teaching, on-site students
have access to a range of digital
cameras and tablet devices, some
with specialist movement analysis
software. To support study skills
and those students with additional
learning needs, we offer access to
computer equipment with specialist
assistive technology.
18 19Studying ON-SITE
or by distance learning
We offer a range of full and part-time programmes which can be
studied at the RAD in London or from the comfort of your own home.
If you choose to study one of our Our university-validated degrees
distance learning programmes, you are of the highest academic standard
will join an international community and will fully equip you for entry to
of dedicated students, many of them postgraduate programmes or
working professionals, with diverse research degrees.
experiences and interests.
Becoming a student on an RAD
Our distance learning programmes programme means becoming part of
are about widening access to dance an international learning and teaching
education, providing a flexible learning community. On successful completion
experience and sharing our expertise of one of our programmes, you may
globally. With RAD offices and highly be eligible to apply for Registered
experienced mentors all over the Teacher Status with the RAD.
world, distance learning offers just
as much opportunity to engage As part of the RAD’s commitment to
with the teaching profession as lifelong learning, Faculty of Education
our on-site programmes. graduates have the opportunity to
participate in the RAD’s Continuing
We have an international reputation Professional Development (CPD)
for the highest professional standards, scheme, which supports dance
and all our programmes are delivered teachers through every stage of
by highly-qualified, experienced tutors. their career.
Our professional qualifications
are respected by employers and
professional bodies alike, and will
provide you with an essential
platform to launch or develop your
career as a dance teacher, whether
you are new to dance teaching or
already have substantial experience.
20 21Study & Accommodation
in London
London is one of the most exciting and diverse cities in
the world, and a leading cultural centre for the arts.
Students come from far and wide to You can participate in a buddying
study at our headquarters in London. scheme when you start your on-
They are attracted by the choice of site programme, and this can be a
programmes we offer, the expertise good way of getting to know other
of our highly-qualified staff, superb students. Whether it’s advice on
resources and our location close to accommodation, the best place to
the capital’s centre. The RAD sits shop, or simply where to go to have
on the bank of the River Thames fun, you will find many new friends
in South West London, with bars who share the same interests and
and cafés on the doorstep, a short love for dance.
journey away from the lively activity
of the city. There is no on-site accommodation
for students at the RAD. We do,
London has something to offer however, provide you with a list of
students of all ages, from venues accommodation in the local area that
which host a wide variety of is used by many of our students. This
international dance tours, to art includes private house shares, student
galleries, open air concerts, and halls and purpose-built student
the famous ‘West End’. There are apartments. Our admissions staff are
thousands of shops, bars, restaurants on hand to advise and support you
and cinemas within the city, and many through the process.
stunning sights. You’ll benefit from
a thriving dance scene, with many Useful websites “We are here to
opportunities to see some of the
world’s leading companies, and to
royalacademyofdance.org/study answer all your
take part in the cultural diversity of
dance in the UK.
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london/spring-mews-london
questions AND POINT
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Student accommodation
For many of our students, studying
london DIRECTION IN FINDING
at the RAD will mean leaving home.
This can be an exciting prospect,
ish.org.uk accommodation near
but you might also feel apprehensive queenalex.com the RAD.”
about moving. We understand For more information, please contact ADMISSIONS OFFICER
how important it is to support the Admissions Officer RODRIGO PERONI
you through this process. Tel: +44 (0)20 7326 8086
Email: faculty@rad.org.uk
You will be joining a small but
supportive and vibrant community
comprising students from all over the
world. They have been through the
same experience and you will find
their advice and support invaluable.
22 23UNDERGRADUATE
BA (Hons) BA (Hons)
Ballet Education Dance Education
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24 25BA (HONS)
BALLET EDUCATION
This programme reflects our history and heritage in promoting
knowledge and understanding of ballet and ballet teaching.
This three-year full-time taught degree Your student experience The BA (Hons) Ballet Education
has a unique focus on both ballet and You will study five subject strands; programme is consistently praised
education, making it one of the only ballet and contemporary technique by external examiners, the Quality
programmes of its kind within the and performance, dance histories and Assurance Agency, and external
UK which combines dance training analysis, dance science, choreography, review panels for its high-quality
with preparation for the professional and education studies. Additionally, teaching and learning, its robust
world of teaching. You will form a you will have the opportunity to and fair marking and moderating, its
small but significant group of on-site undertake four practical teaching thoughtful structure and content, and
learners who work closely with placements with experienced mentors wide range of teaching placement
specialist tutors and staff at RAD giving you real-life teaching experience opportunities for students. Such
headquarters to improve your dance in a variety of dance teaching contexts. consistent praise demonstrates that
and dance teaching practices. The this programme is exciting to be a
programme attracts both UK and All students are invited to participate part of, with the student experience
international students, who make the in a number of extracurricular at the forefront of its delivery.
most of their time in London with its activities including attending live
diverse, innovative, and world-class performances, company rehearsals
arts and theatre culture. and workshops; enjoying free body-
conditioning sessions led by Faculty
The BA (Hons) Ballet Education of Education tutors; participating in
(BABE) programme is delivered the Choreographic Project to explore
across two semesters each year. movement creation or the Dance
Modules integrate practical and Education Performance Group, to
theoretical study as well as hands-on devise a ballet and workshop visiting
practical teaching experience. local primary schools. You will also
receive free RAD coaching classes
and Karsavina classes for extra ballet
training and the opportunity to study
Benesh Movement Notation from the
RAD’s world class experts.
Duration Language Level/credits Fees and costs
3 years full-time English Levels 4–6 See page 100
Start Location (360 credits)
Apply by
September 2020 RAD, London Application 15 January 2020
and teaching Via UCAS,
placements audition and
interview
26 27PROGRAMME
BREAKDOWN
Level 4 Level 5 Level 6
Level 4 is a year in which you study At Level 5, you will increase the At Level 6, you will be able to choose
both theoretical and practical modules. knowledge and understanding that whether to focus on performance,
These will prepare you for studying at you have gained, continue to work choreography, dance science or
higher education and entry into the on your own dance skills, develop critical studies for your elective.
professional dance teaching world. your choreographic skills, and study
dance from historical, scientific and In selecting your elective, you will gain
You will study modules that will allow critical perspectives. an enriched and in-depth experience
you to expand your practice in both in your chosen area. Alongside your
ballet and contemporary techniques. You will have the opportunity to modules you will also undertake
You will study dance histories explore technique and performance a dissertation which is individually
practically through lectures/seminars through the learning of ballet and tutored and draws on knowledge and
and through independent research contemporary repertoire. You will skills gained at previous levels. Teaching
and explore dance science and learn how to choreograph dance skills are developed through a final
somatic practices to understand both pieces on other bodies, study ballet professional placement, supported by
your body and the bodies of those history critically and engage in a theoretical study of education, policies
you will teach. You will discover and deeper understanding of dance and practices relevant to the dance
perform dance repertoires; engage science and somatic practices through teacher. The Professional Placement
in various dance analysis skills; and the lens of a teacher. You will deepen and Career Preparation modules
learn dance education theory your knowledge in education theory prepare you for entry to the world of
through observations, discussions and undertake three professional work and today’s professional dance
and lectures. placements (across two modules) in environment, and allow you to remain
which you will teach different groups in one teaching placement through
The assessments for all modules of students in three dynamically the duration of the year. This will
are inclusive, offer variety, and have different contexts. Throughout your allow you to watch your students’
been praised for their robustness experience, you will be supported progression from start to finish.
and creativity. You will be assessed by qualified, experienced mentors
through group and solo practical from the variety of partnerships we Assessments can include:
dance performances, in essays and have, as well as the wide professional performances, essays, case studies,
case studies, presentations and poster expertise of the staff at the RAD. practical teaching assessments, viva
presentations, and written reflections. voce; and one final dissertation.
Assessments range from group and
Compulsory Modules: solo dance performances; essays Compulsory Modules:
• Ballet: Fundamentals of Ballet and case studies; performance of • Dissertation
Technique choreographies, and practical
• Education Studies
teaching assessments.
• Introduction to Dance Science • Professional Placement (Part 1)
and Somatic Practice and Career Preparation
Compulsory Modules:
• Frameworks for Dance Analysis • Professional Placement (Part 2)
• Technique and Performance
• Ballet Repertoire • Plus one module option
• Ballet: Genre and Style
• Dance History: Repertoire, Module Options:
• Choreography: Craft and Form
Techniques and Styles
• Dance Science and Somatic • Performance Practice
• Introduction to Dance Teaching
Practice for Teaching • The Creative Teacher /
• Dance Teaching: Theory and Choreographer
Practice • Ballet Practices: An International
• Teaching Placement 1 Perspective
• Teaching Placement 2 • Dance Science -
Optimising Performance
28 29SPOTLIGHT
ENTRY
Grace Marett REQUIREMENTS
Student
I began dancing at my local dance school in Jersey Three GCE A level passes (Grades Award
in the Channel Islands. I love to dance because it is B, B, C). RAD Intermediate or Successful completion of the
incredibly rewarding, but I knew I wanted to become equivalent examination in ballet. programme leads to the award
a dance teacher from the age of 11. So studying at Appropriate English Language of the BA (Hons) Ballet Education.
the RAD, on the BA Ballet Education programme, Proficiency Test for students Graduates are eligible for registration
has always been my goal. It is such a highly-respected whose first language is not English. as dance teachers with the RAD.
programme and organisation, and I was particularly Candidates with two GCE A level
attracted by the balance between practical dance and passes and a strong dance background Further study and career
theory which was confirmed through the open and will be considered (candidates wishing development
audition days, which I really enjoyed. As I progress to apply on this basis should contact Students enrolled on the BA
through my first year, it is even better than I thought Registry for further information). (Hons) Ballet Education may apply
it would be, as the tutors want the very best out of for the Licentiate of the Royal
each student, the classes are all engaging and suit my For applicants who reside in countries Academy of Dance programme
interests perfectly. that do not have the equivalent of A and study for this award alongside
levels, the Faculty of Education offers their degree at a discounted fee.
The most challenging part about coming to the RAD a Foundation Module that meets
was moving to London which is a big change from the the entry criteria for undergraduate Following successful completion
small island of Jersey. However, I settled in very quickly access. For more details, please visit of the BA (Hons) Ballet Education,
and love living here. I have had some amazing experiences royalacademyofdance.org/ graduates may wish to apply
“The range of in London as there are so many opportunities for
students here.
foundation-module. for the Postgraduate Certificate in
Education: Dance Teaching (with
placement Assessment mode Qualified Teacher Status) or Master
opportunities As a first year, my future after the RAD still seems a long
way off, but I feel certain that I will be completely prepared
Modules are assessed through a
variety of practical examinations,
of Arts in Education (Dance Teaching).
has raised my for my career as a dance teacher when I graduate. I have
learnt that there is a wide range of possibilities and I am
written assignments, presentations,
and teaching assessments.
More information:
awareness of keeping an open mind about my career options and just
royalacademyofdance.org/babe
the many ways making the most of every minute of my time at the RAD! Employment prospects
Students from this programme go
Validated by:
a dance teacher on to work in a range of careers in
dance teaching, both in the public
can benefit the and private sectors, all over the
world. Many of our students also go
community.” on to postgraduate studies here at
the RAD or at other universities.
30 31BA (HONS)
DANCE EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE OF HIGHER EDUCATION: DANCE EDUCATION
DIPLOMA OF HIGHER EDUCATION: DANCE EDUCATION
This programme offers a unique opportunity to become
part of an international community of learners engaged
in the study of dance education and teaching.
Established dance teachers, as well as Your student experience
those new to the profession, regularly Each level of the BA (Hons) Dance
seek out ways to increase their Education (BADE) programme can
knowledge, understanding and skills be studied full or part-time, with
to enhance their teaching and support the option to change your mode
their professional development. One of study as circumstances dictate,
way of achieving these aspirations and you can choose to study at
is to study for an internationally- certificate, diploma, or degree level.
recognised qualification such as the The programme is modular and
BA (Hons) Dance Education. is delivered across two semesters
each year. The compulsory Intensive
As a distance learner, you will be Study Seminar (ISS) week during the
able to study from home, with online first semester of Level 4, at RAD
study materials and be fully supported headquarters, will allow you to meet
every step of the way by a dedicated students and staff on the programme.
team of specialist tutors.
All modules are supported by
online study guides that contain
key source materials, tutor-guided
tasks and suggestions for further
study. You are allocated a specialist
tutor for each module, with whom
you will have regular contact via
email and scheduled telephone and
online tutorials. You will have access
to online forums, via our virtual
learning environment, as a means of
communication with other students
and tutors throughout the world.
Duration Start Location Language
1–3 years full-time September 2020 Distance English
2–6 years part-time Level/credits learning and
Application
Level 4 Certificate on-site intensive
Apply by Full-time via UCAS
(120 credits) study seminar at
Full-time RAD, London Part-time via
15 January 2020 Level 5 Diploma Registry, Faculty
Part-time (240 credits) Fees and costs of Education, RAD
30 April 2020 Level 6 Degree See page 100
(360 credits)
32 33PROGRAMME
BREAKDOWN
Certificate of Higher Education: Diploma of Higher Education: BA (Hons) Dance Education
Dance Education Dance Education
At Level 4, you will gain a broad At Level 5, you will be able to extend At Level 6, you are required to
perspective on dance education and your knowledge of philosophical, complete two compulsory modules
dance studies. You will be introduced pedagogical and professional issues in and choose from a range of module
to educational concepts which are dance teaching, as well as developing options. You will complete a
fundamental throughout your studies, your research skills. You will be able dissertation where you will have the
as well as gaining knowledge and to choose from a range of module opportunity to research an approved
understanding of dance history, options which are studied alongside topic and be supervised in methods
analysis, music and dance studies. four compulsory modules. for researching dance and education.
Together, the Level 4 modules You will have the opportunity to Alongside this, you will explore critically
provide essential knowledge on dance take a more philosophical approach the philosophical considerations of
as a subject and how it interrelates to considering the nature of dance the role of the arts in education,
with education. You will also reflect by critically exploring what is meant debating issues such as objectivity
upon your own experiences as a by the term ‘dance’ and challenging and subjectivity, and the mind/
dancer or teacher, and make links to assumptions and pre-conceptions body dichotomy. Further modules
fundamental principles essential for about dance and dance education. will enable in-depth exploration of
effective learning and teaching to Alongside this, you will develop a specific topics, which will connect
take place. practical understanding of the core directly with your own interests and
principles of learning and teaching practice in dance education.
Compulsory Modules: styles and how these can be applied
• Frameworks and Perspectives in dance education contexts. Key Compulsory Modules:
educational theories, including • Perspectives on Dance Education
• From Coralli to Khan: Journeys
motivation, differentiation and
Through Dance History • Dissertation
progression are all explored. You will
• Dance Education: Concepts and engage with analytical tools required • Plus three module options across
Contexts to critically analyse dance as well Semesters 1 and 2
• The Dancing Body as undertake an exploration of the Module Options:
• Music in Dance and Dance relationship between the physical • Dance and Older Learners
Education and psychological dimensions of
dance performance and teaching. • Optimising Performance
• Cultural Trends in Dance
Compulsory Modules: • Dance in Higher Education
• The Nature of Dance • Designing Dance Curricula
• Dance Analysis
• Perspectives on Learning
and Teaching
• Enhancing Performance
• Plus one module option in
each Semester
Module Options:
• Practical Teaching Placement
• Perspectives on Music and Dance
• Dance Education and Training in
Context
• Dance as a Community Practice
34 35SPOTLIGHT
ENTRY
Sophie Briffa REQUIREMENTS
Student
Having initially graduated from the CBTS programme Three GCE A level passes or Award
and started teaching, I realised my drive and desire to equivalent. RAD Intermediate or Successful completion of Level 4 leads
learn more made me consider furthering my studies equivalent standard in any dance to the award of the Certificate of
in dance education, so I enrolled on the BA Dance genre. Appropriate English Language Higher Education: Dance Education.
Education programme. Proficiency test for students whose
first language is not English. For Successful completion of Level 5 leads
The part-time distance learning structure allows me the applicants who reside in countries to the award of the Diploma of Higher
flexibility to continue pursuing my dance studies whilst that do not have the equivalent of A Education: Dance Education.
continuing my postgraduate studies in science as well as levels, the Faculty of Education offers
my scientific career, and the programme has offered me a Foundation Module that meets the Successful completion of Level 6 leads
valuable knowledge and skills for my teaching career. My entry criteria for undergraduate to the award of the BA (Hons) Dance
greatest challenge has been the self-discipline required to access. For more details, please visit Education.
wake up early to study before the start of my day! royalacademyofdance.org/
foundation-module. Further study and career
I now run a dance school in Birmingham, and having development
gained more insight into the different aspects of dance Assessment mode Students who gain the BA (Hons)
and dance education, I hope to effectively put my skills Modules are assessed through a range Dance Education may be eligible to
and knowledge into practice. My ultimate goal is to offer of assignments, including essays and apply for the Postgraduate Certificate
the best guidance for future dancers wanting to dance case studies. At degree level, you will in Education: Dance Teaching (with
“The programme well and enjoy the experience. submit a written dissertation on your
area of interest.
Qualified Teacher Status). Graduates
with teaching experience may also
has offered apply for the Master of Arts in
me valuable Employment prospects
Students who have completed this
Education (Dance Teaching).
knowledge and programme work in a range of
careers in dance teaching, both in
More information:
skills for my the public and private sectors, as
royalacademyofdance.org/bade
dance education well as in other communities including
dance for older and adult learners.
Validated by:
and teaching Many of our student’s progress
to postgraduate studies or have
career.” extended their freelance work into
new dance contexts.
36 37Postgraduate
PGCE: Master of Arts
Dance Teaching IN Education
(with QTS) (Dance Teaching)
41 47
38 39PGCE:
DANCE TEACHING
(WITH QUALIFIED TEACHER STATUS)
If you want to teach dance in secondary
education then this programme is for you.
This programme combines Your student experience
postgraduate studies with initial The programme comprises 13 weeks
teacher training to give you a of full-time study on-site (in three
comprehensive preparation for dance blocks) at the RAD in London, and
teaching. It includes two contrasting 24 weeks (120 days) in two distinct
teaching placements in secondary professional placements within
schools or colleges, supported by schools or colleges covering the
regular periods of study at RAD 11–19 age range.
headquarters in London.
Modules taught at the RAD
You will be introduced to the are delivered through practical
standards and requirements for workshops, lectures and seminars
government-recognised Qualified as well as group and individual
Teacher Status (QTS), and work to tutorials. During your placements,
fulfil these standards through the you will work alongside school-based
duration of your studies. You will be tutors who are dance specialists.
supported by experienced school- You will develop your knowledge
based and RAD tutors who will and skills through a combination of
provide valuable, regular feedback observation, teaching, and discussion
on your progress. On successful with your tutors who will provide
completion, you will have gained support on planning, teaching and
a postgraduate qualification with self-reflection. Alongside the two
QTS and will be eligible to become contrasting teaching placements,
a registered teacher with the RAD. you will also teach across a variety
Graduates from this programme can of educational settings including a
also apply for the Master of Arts in specialist performing arts school,
Education (Dance Teaching), with primary schools, specialist Special
60 credits exemption. Educational Needs and Disability
provision schools and a Pupil
Referral Unit.
Duration Apply by Level/credits Location
1 year full-time Applications 60 Credits at RAD, London
Start open via UCAS FHEQ Level 7 and teaching
August 2020 in September and and 600 hours placements
will close when of professional
Fees and costs
Language all places have practice
English See page 100
been filled
Application
Via UCAS
40 41THE PROGRAMME COMPRISES THREE SPOTLIGHT
INTERRELATED AREAS OF STUDY Gemma Mills
Lecturer in Dance Education, Faculty of Education
Dance Studies I was fortunate enough to have had a successful
You will extend your knowledge of dance as a subject in career as a professional dancer prior to undertaking
secondary education across Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. You a PGCE at the RAD. But having not undertaken
will study and deliver a selection of dance specifications, any academic dance study during this time, it was
courses and curricula including the AQA GCSE and A Level a daunting prospect to enter higher education at
specifications and the BTEC Level 2 and 3 programmes in postgraduate level.
Performing Arts.
The RAD offered excellent facilities which I was able to
Professional Studies utilise to develop my literacy skills and confidence with
In preparation for teaching, you will be introduced to academic writing and was supported to produce and
selected education theories and pedagogies, studying the present work of the standard expected at Postgraduate
professional standards and requirements for all teachers level. My journey through the PGCE: DT programme
working in the state sector in England. and my professional teaching practice has enabled me to
develop essential multidisciplinary skills. I gained invaluable
To gain Qualified Teacher Status, you will be required to knowledge in Dance Education and Pedagogy, alongside
demonstrate achievement of all the Teachers’ Standards learning the organisational and time management skills
legislated by the UK government. needed to be efficient and effective to my students in a
teaching environment.
School Experience and Teaching
The third strand of the programme takes place in our
partnership schools and colleges in the form of two
“There is little After graduation, I was able to secure a job as a
Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) of Dance at a selective
school experience and teaching placements. In addition, doubt that the Performing Arts Academy for students aged 14-19 years,
an Individual Training Plan gives you the opportunity to
enhance and enrich personal, practical and teaching skills reputation of with an aptitude for Dance and Musical Theatre. This
Academy was high achieving and, therefore, a challenging
throughout the programme. the RAD, and its work environment; however, the RAD had prepared
me thoroughly, so that my NQT year was positive and
Partnership schools and colleges extensive dance successful. I have always had a special interest in teaching
Our partnership schools and colleges are based in inner
and outer London, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, education within Higher Education and more recently in Teacher
Training and Continual Professional Development, and as
Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. programme, an RAD tutor, my aim is to develop trusting and holistic
relationships with my students in order to positively
has a positive affect their experience at the RAD. I am delighted to be
back where I started and look forward to continuing my
impact on the passion for dance through a vocation in teaching.
quality of
training and the
outcomes for
trainees.”
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