Dance A Level

*IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE FOLKESTONE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS FOR SEPTEMBER 2024 APPLICATIONS*

Applications Open: - 6 November 2023

Applications Close: - 30 June 2024

Entry Requirements: - For entry onto our A Level and BTEC courses we require:

• a minimum of 6 separately identifiable GCSE subjects at an average grade 5.5 or above and at least a grade 5 in English Language and Mathematics;

• a grade 6 or above in the chosen course of study or a related subject as specified in the sixth form prospectus.

• two grade 7sin Mathematics or Sciences, to study 2 or more Sciences or Mathematics and Science.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

Dance AQA

Choreography: Students must learn how to create an original piece of choreography, in response to an externally set task.

Performance: Students must develop and apply the knowledge, understanding and skills required to perform as a soloist in the style of a practitioner and how to perform as part of a quartet.

Critical engagement: The areas of study and set works provide an appropriate focus for students to critically engage with dance and understand the interrelationship between the creation, presentation, and viewing/appreciation of dance.

Component 1: Performance and Choreography: practical exam 50%

Component 2: Critical Engagement: written exam, 2 hours 30 minutes

GCSE Grade 6 or above in Dance.

Why choose Dance:

Dance is a powerful and inspiring qualification that encourages students to develop their creative, physical, emotional and intellectual capacity. A-level Dance inspires, challenges and motivates every student, through creative and engaging lessons .

Skills and progression:

A-level Dance is a dynamic qualification which encourages students to develop their creative and intellectual capacity, alongside transferable skills such as team working, communication and problem solving. All of these are sought after skills by higher education and employers and will help them stand out in the workplace whatever their choice of career.

Careers:

Teacher, Professional Choreographer, Movement studies for a theatre company, Dance & Musical Theatre, Dance critic, Health & Nutrition, Creative Writing, Theatre Management, Dance Performance, Dance scientist and Movement Therapist.