Course information
Dance A Level
Cardinal Newman Catholic School - Brighton and Hove
01273558551
The Upper Drive, Hove, BN3 6ND
Course summary

You will have the opportunity to experience and develop both performance and choreography in both solo and group situations, as well as engage in critical thinking about dance across a variety of contexts, genres and styles. It will help you to develop a healthy lifestyle in terms of physical and mental well-being by promoting creativity, exercise and training. Assessment is through a practical component which involves both choreography and performing and accounts for approximately 50% of the course. There will also be a formal written examination including 3 essays on selected set works (50%)

Entry requirements

Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above. Pathway 1+ (2 years) Academic Entry Requirements 6 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade B/6/Merit or above and including either Mathematics or English Language at Grade 4 or above (only one BTEC grade may be considered). Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Four A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) for those students with mainly A*-A or 9-8 grades. Three A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Pathway 2 (2 years) 5 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade C/4 and/or BTEC qualifications at pass and above. Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Three BTEC Level 3 courses + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Options for students after completing pathway: - Foundation or Degree (Level 4) - Start Level 3 or 4 courses at courses in Higher Education (e.g. University via UCAS). other institutions. - Employment or apprenticeships

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RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityBrighton and Hove
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressThe Upper Drive, Hove, BN3 6ND