Dance Degree Courses

If you’re passionate about dance and you want to turn that passion into a career, choosing the right dance degree course is essential. Italia Conti is one of the UK’s leading performing arts institutions. We offer a wide range of dance courses that are designed to equip aspiring dancers with the skills, industry knowledge and professional experience they need to succeed.

Whether you want to perform, choreograph, teach or work in the wider performance arts industry, we provide world-class training through our dance programmes. We’re going to talk about each of our dance courses below, plus what it means to study at Italia Conti.

BA Hons Dance

Our BA Hons Dance course is a comprehensive, three-year dance degree course that involves intensive training across multiple styles. Students will complete modules in ballet, jazz, contemporary and commercial dance. This dance degree course is ideal for those who want a professional career in the performance industry.

Why Choose This Dance Degree Course?

This course places a strong emphasis on technical and artistic development, supporting your overall growth as a performer.
You’ll get plenty of opportunities to perform in professional-standard productions.
You’ll make industry connections through workshops and collaboration.
You’ll graduate prepared for a career in dance performance, choreography, teaching and more.

Foundation Degree in Dance

Another option for those looking for dance degree courses… If you’re looking for a flexible and focused entry to higher education, our FDA Dance course is perfect. This course is a two-year foundation degree that blends performance training with academic study. You’ll develop skills in dance technique, choreography and movement, and on graduation, you’ll have the opportunity to move on to our BA Hons Dance programme.

Course Benefits

Shorter duration with the option to top-up to a full BA degree.
A strong focus is placed on technical development and creative research.
Lots of opportunities for professional collaboration throughout the course.

Diploma in Dance

Whilst not a dance degree course, our Diploma in Dance is brilliant vocational training. This course is for students who want to refine their technique and improve their performance skills. It’s a three-year, full-time course for students 16+ who want to become professional dancers.

Key Features

Intensive, full-time practical training.
Lots of focus on employability and versatility, ensuring students graduate with the skills they need for a successful career.
You’ll be taught by an expert faculty with real-world industry experience.
It’s a brilliant pathway to further qualifications or professional work.

Cert HE Dance

Our Cert HE introduction to dance is designed to train students in the skills they need to progress onto full-time dance degree courses. Students will complete a one-year, full-time course, leading to a Certificate of Higher Education in dance.

Who’s This Course For?

Aspiring students who are looking for intensive, high-quality training.
Students who want professional experience but are unsure about committing to a full-time degree.
Students who want to polish their foundation before they apply to a degree-level course.

More About Italia Conti

Our dance school is renowned for producing highly skilled, industry-ready dancers. If you want to pursue a career in the performing arts, an Italia Conti dance course is the perfect place to start.