StudyLink logo
Students on a university campus

Dance Degrees in the UK

Study Dance Degrees

If you wish to develop your practical and theoretical skills within dance, a degree will provide you with a nurturing environment in which you can achieve this. You will advance in your dance specific skills, but also in confidence and knowledge of the creative arts sector. Your degree will prepare you for a range of careers, from dancing professionally to teaching dance classes in schools and privately.

An undergraduate degree in dance will give you a foundation of knowledge in the subject area. You will have opportunities to develop your artistry, creating a unique and personal dance portfolio. You might study modules on dance forms, dance techniques, dance teaching and community dance teaching.

Your degree will be delivered through a mixture of modes. These will include lectures and seminars, as well as dance studio sessions and technique classes. You will be able to develop your practice of a range of dances, and how they are used in different performing arts.

Study in the UK

The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.

Dance degrees in the UK in 2024

Highlighted course

Dance: Urban Practice BA (Hons)

University of East London (UEL) United Kingdom

Find out more See all matching courses

BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance BA (Hons)

Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance United Kingdom

Find out more See all matching courses

Media Studies with Dance BA (Hons)

University of Surrey United Kingdom

Find out more See all matching courses

Dance Education and Teaching BA (Hons)

University of Chichester United Kingdom

Find out more See all matching courses

Physical Education with Dance BA (Hons)

Plymouth Marjon University (St Mark & St John) United Kingdom

Find out more

BA (Hons) Dance Education BA (Hons)

Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) United Kingdom

Find out more See all matching courses

Dance BA (Hons)

Bath Spa University United Kingdom

Find out more

Dance BA

Liverpool Hope University United Kingdom

Find out more

Dance BA (Hons)

Leeds Beckett University United Kingdom

Find out more

Dance and Choreography BA (Hons)

Falmouth University United Kingdom

Find out more

Dance with Foundation BA (Hons)

University of Plymouth United Kingdom

Find out more See all matching courses
See more Dance degrees in the UK

Want to see postgraduate courses? See postgraduate degrees in Dance in the UK

Don't meet the entry requirements for these courses? Learn more about pathway programme options.

Learn more about Dance courses in our detailed subject guide.

Sign up to StudyLink.com

Sign up to StudyLink.com, the home of quality study abroad advice.

Sign up now
Students with books and test tubes

International study advice

Find out more about the range of subjects that you can study at institutions around the world with our subject guides.

World map on a blackboard
Deciding to study abroad: The first steps

Read StudyLink's suggestions on your first steps when deciding where to study abroad, with helpful tips to make your decision easier.

Students throwing hats
What is a Pre-Masters?

International students finding it difficult to meet conditions of eligibility criteria can choose to enrol in pre-masters courses before applying for a masters degree programme.

Students reading a book
English Language Testing for International Students

Find out more about English language tests, your options and what is required as an overseas student.

Teacher at a whiteboard
How will studying abroad help your career prospects?

Read more about studying abroad, and how it can boost your future career prospects.

See more international study advice