Dance Science and Education PgDip

If you are interested in the development of dance education, a comprehensive understanding of the science underpinning the art form is a must.<br/><br/>This innovative programme - the only one of its kind in Scotland - offers just that, giving you the scientific theory and specialist skills that will inspire you to push the frontiers of dance and dance education.<br/><br/>**How will I learn?**<br/>Through an applied and multi-disciplinary blend of theory and practice, you will:<br/><br/><br/>- learn to prepare dancers to improve their performance<br/><br/><br/>- explore the biopsychosocial and developmental issues that relate to dance education and training<br/><br/><br/>- develop an awareness of changing trends in dance science & education<br/><br/><br/>**Resources**<br/>As you study the science relevant to dance performance and education, you will have access to resources at:<br/><br/><br/>- Institute for Sport, Physical Education and Health Sciences<br/><br/><br/>- Human Performance Science research group<br/><br/><br/>The programme is offered full or part-time, with Masters or Postgraduate Diploma routes.<br/><br/>**MSc Dance Science and Education with Teaching Qualification (TQs) pathway**<br/>Interested in teaching dance? On the with Teaching Qualification (TQs) pathway of this programme, you will join our initial teacher education students on a path towards registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). This pathway is currently the only route to GTCS registration as a teacher for dance specialists qualified to teach learners aged 3-18 years in schools.<br/><br/>**Accreditation**<br/>If you choose the GTCS-accredited Teaching Qualification (TQs) pathway, this degree will enable eligible graduates to apply for GTCS registration and teach in schools with a subject specialism of dance across 3-18 years.