MGSC Curriculum Handbook

Certificate II in Dance

Campus:  Sandringham Secondary College.Wednesday afternoons.

Assessment:  Scored

Code:  VEDA

 

Certificate II in Dance is suitable for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the dance industry.

 

Upon successful completion of the course, students will gain a Certificate II in Dance and a study score towards their ATAR. Throughout the two year course, students participate in regular technique classes and dance conditioning classes in their selected dance styles. Students work with industry guest choreographers and mentors to learn rehearse and perform dance works at the dance showcases. Students also learn, rehearse and perform solos from industry experts of their dance styles as preparation for work in the live performance industry. Students study nutrition, anatomy and physiology. They learn to work effectively with others and develop knowledge about establishing a career in the creative arts industry. Students study and practice audition techniques, research dance history, and develop a professional dance CV.

 

Students who undertake this subject must have past experience in dance and should be enrolled in dance classes outside of school. It is recommended that students have three to four years dance and/or movement experience.

 

Certificate II in Dance is suitable for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the dance industry.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will gain a Certificate II in Dance and a study score towards their ATAR.

 

Throughout the two year course, students participate in regular technique classes (in a range of selected styles) and dance conditioning classes. 

  • Students work with industry guest choreographers and mentors, perform at our annual dance showcase and at a range of other gigs and performances throughout the year.
  • Students study nutrition, anatomy and physiology. 
  • They learn to work with others and about establishing a career in the creative arts industry. 
  • Students study and practice audition techniques, research dance history, and develop a professional dance CV.

Assessment

Scored assessment is available for this study. Students wishing to receive an ATAR contribution for this study must undertake the scored assessment. Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence for this study will be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR (10 per cent of the lowest study score of the primary four).

 

Costs

It is anticipated the course costs for 2023 will be $850. Costs will be confirmed in October 2022 and an invoice sent to parents/guardians in November. Fees need to be paid in full prior to the end of the current school year in order to secure a place.