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Skoða vefinn á ÍslenskuAn International Bachelor of Arts programme in Performing Arts with focus on Contemporary Dance Practices. It is a three-year full time undergraduate study, 180 ECTS, taught in English.
Upplýsingar um nám eru á ensku hjá námsleiðum þar sem kennslutungumál er enska.
About the study programme
Contemporary Dance Practices offers students a space to develop a dance practice where they are inspired and challenged technically, contextually and artistically. Throughout the studies students are introduced to different approaches to contemporary dance in creative, technical and theoretical work. The programme prepares students for the international contemporary dance scene and provides a good foundation for further studies on a master’s level.
Situated in Reykjavík, Iceland, the access to nature and the proximity of the professional performing arts scene makes the programme a vibrant platform for a dynamic learning experience.
Course structure
Within the programme there are three main strands of practices that intertwine; technique, theory and creative process and running concurrently is a strand focusing on the sustainability of the artist. An emphasis is placed on fostering and developing critical thinking of the students. The programme provides training in different styles of contemporary techniques and improvisation, supported by ballet for contemporary dancers and somatic practices. In creative process the emphasis is on developing and inspiring a personal approach and critical awareness in creative work. Through theory, students strengthen their social and political awareness in relation to dance and choreography.
The programme places dance in dialogue with other art forms, creating a platform for exploration into different disciplines and approaches through collaborative creative processes. The Department of Performing Arts maintains a fruitful collaboration with local and international art institutions, festivals and independent artists, such as Reykjavík Dance Festival, LÓKAL International Theatre Festival, The Iceland Dance Company and theatres and museums in the city.
Students conclude their study with an Individual Project, Ensemble Work and a Final Paper.
The programme consists of:
After graduation
At the end of their studies students should possess the knowledge, skills and competences within the field of contemporary dance to be able to work as creative dance artists, be it independently or in a company structure in the performing arts. The programme also prepares students for further studies at a graduate level.
The whole admission process for the Contemporary Dance Practice program will be completed online and applicants are asked to submit digital audition documents.
The application process consists of completing an electronic application, paying an application fee and finally submitting the application. It is possible to save the application and return to working on it later. Please note that it is necessary to attach a photo of the applicant to the electronic application under “Other documents”. In the electronic application form, applicants have the option of writing a short statement outlining reasons for applying, educational goals and future aspirations under “Cover letter”.
Applicants are asked to monitor the application process through the communication/application portal. All communication will be conducted through the portal and IUA staff will notify the applicant if some necessary supporting documents are missing.
An application is not valid until the applicant has submitted the application and paid the application fee. Applicants must submit the following documents:
Applicant should have finished Matriculation Exam or comparible education and it is preferable that they have finished Secondary stage in dance or comparible education.
If applicants have other certificate/s that they want to submitt please attach them to the electronic applications under “Diploma/Transcript 3.
Attach to the electronic application under “Other documents”
Attach to the electronic application under “Statement of your objectives and expectations regarding the studies.”
Write your personal letter to dance.
Attach to the electronic application under “Links.”
4.a.
2 minute video – Physicality Task:
Show us your moving body. We want to get to know your physicality, your technical knowledge and movement qualities. Your dance can be learnt material, your own choreography or improvised dance.
4.b.
1-2 minute video – Creative Task:
Film your own short solo reacting to one of these titles:
Practical instructions for video recording:
How to share your video recordings:
Note – Videos are received through an unlisted youtube link. Applicants are responsible for the links being active.
Name the videos after this formula:
Here is an introductory video on how to upload an “unlisted” youtube video.