A-level Dance
Summary
This specification is designed to encourage candidates to:
- think critically about Dance as an art form
- develop their knowledge for the study of Dance in Higher Education
- experience performance and choreography
- lead a healthy lifestyle.
AS outline
At AS Level, this specification focuses on the development and performance of the candidate's own choreography and performance within a duo/trio. Candidates receive training on technique and the health and safety of the dancer. They begin to develop critical skills for the analysis of choreography and performance within their own work and in professional repertoire:
- Unit 1: Understanding Dance
- Unit 2: Choreography and Performance.
At A2, candidates develop skills and extend and apply knowledge gained at AS level. The focus of choreography is shifted towards group dance. Candidates develop knowledge and understanding of a specific area of study related to the development of one of the following: modern dance, ballet, jazz dance. Performance skills will be developed in relation to a specific practitioner.
Candidates continue to receive instruction on technique and the health and safety of the dancer:
- Unit 3: Dance Appreciation: Content and Context
- Unit 4: Group Choreography and Solo Performance.
For a full breakdown of the unit topics and assessment requirements, see the specification.
Full details
| Qualification type | A-level |
| Specification title | Dance |
| Course type | Full Course |
| Specification code | 2230 |
| Classification code | 7230 |
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