Dance Applications

Initial Applications through UCAS Conservatoires

To begin the application process you must first apply through UCAS Conservatoires. This application should include full details of your previous education, qualifications and experience.

Please note: the application deadlines shown on the UCAS Conservatoires website do not necessarily apply. Please refer to the deadlines in the programme information, below, for your chosen programme.

References

For undergraduate programmes, please provide name and contact details of your referees on your application. They do not need to send us your references; we will contact them, if necessary.

For postgraduate programmes, two references are required (one practical/professional and one academic). Your referees should be familiar with your work and be able to comment on your suitability for the programme of your choice and your ability to work at the appropriate academic level.

The Personal Statement

Your Personal Statement should address:

• your background and relevant experience;
• your reasons for applying to Trinity Laban; and
• a rationale for your choice of programme (for each programme if you are applying for more than one) including:
  – the relevance of the programme to your current practice and future professional aspirations; and
  – why you are interested in the programme at this point in your educational / personal / career / professional development.

BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance

To apply for this course you must first submit an application via UCAS Conservatoires.

Academic Requirements

You will normally have two A Levels at Grade E or above. For overseas candidates: Equivalent qualifications, such as High School Diploma, International Baccalaureate, Abitur and Gymnasium, are recognised. Alternatives may be considered.

English language requirements (if applicable): IELTS (General or Academic) minimum 5.5 in all four areas; or B2 First (Cambridge English) minimum 160 in all four areas; or Trinity College London – Integrated Skills in English level II or above.

If you require a Student visa to study in the UK you may require a Secure English Language Test (SELT). More information can be found at gov.uk.

Auditions

You can find more information about auditions here.

If you wish to start the application process for this programme, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75 and Programme Code 200F.

Financial Awards

Please note that some financial awards are available for BACD students.  You will be automatically considered for those awards as part of your audition; there is no separate application process.  If you have been granted a financial award, we will contact you via email to notify you.  You may also wish to look at external funding opportunities on our website: https://www.trinitylaban.ac.uk/study/fees-and-finance/external-funding/

All undergraduate students with Home fees and a residual household income of up to £30,000 qualify for financial assistance under the Trinity Laban Undergraduate Bursary Scheme. Students who have been granted a Student Loan will receive an annual cash bursary of £1,250 for the duration of their undergraduate programme.

If you have any questions please contact us at admissions@trinitylaban.ac.uk

BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance with Foundation Year

To apply for this course you must first submit an application via UCAS Conservatoires.

Normally, applicants to the Foundation Programme will be 17+ and have the following dance and academic profile:

Dance Experience

• Practical dance experience of one dance form is expected (e.g. contemporary dance, classical ballet, urban dance), assessed at audition: candidates will be expected to demonstrate technical expertise and potential, and imaginative responses to creative tasks set; commitment and potential to study dance at a professional level; and enthusiasm for the physical demands of intensive dance training.

Academic

• 5 GCSEs (including English Language), grades A*-C / or 9-4 (in 2017 GCSEs) or a combination of 2/3 GCSEs (including English Language), grades A*-C / or 9-4 (in 2017 GCSEs), plus a BTEC First Diploma (Level 2)
• Advanced GCE (A-level) or an AS GCE (AS-level) or equivalent, including level 3 Graded and Vocational Graded qualifications in Dance on the NQF/RQF (allocated points on the UCAS tariff): e.g. level 3 qualifications of the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD); Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD), or: BTEC National Diploma: Dance or a named Dance or Performing Arts pathway, or: combinations of the above level 3 qualifications
• Equivalent qualifications and/or relevant prior experience will be considered.

Language requirements:  Normally the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) B2 (IELTS 5.5 min in all areas).

Auditions

You can find more information about auditions here.

Please note that there are no financial awards for this programme.

If you wish to start the application process for this programme, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75 and Programme Code 203F.

BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance with International Foundation Year

To apply for this course you must first submit an application via UCAS Conservatoires.

Normally, applicants to the International Foundation Year will have the following dance and academic profile:

Dance Experience

• Practical dance experience of one dance form is expected (e.g. contemporary dance, classical ballet, urban dance), assessed at audition: applicants will be expected to demonstrate technical expertise and potential, and imaginative responses to creative tasks set; commitment and potential to study dance at a professional level; and enthusiasm for the physical demands of intensive dance training.

Academic

• An A-level or AS-level, or equivalent qualifications. Relevant prior experience will be considered.

English language requirements: You must meet a minimum of CEFR B1 (IELTS 4.5 min in all areas). You will be required to take an IELTS for UKVI English Language test.

Auditions

You can find more information about auditions here.

If you wish to start the application process for this programme, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75 and Programme Code 191F.

BSc (Hons) Dance Science

The on-time UCAS Conservatoire deadline for applications for entry in September 2023 is 25 January 2023 however late applications will be considered.

To apply for this course you must first submit an application via UCAS Conservatoires. Early application is recommended as there are limited places available and auditions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points.
• An interest in Dance Science, normally demonstrated by an A-Level or equivalent in Maths, Science, Physical Education or Psychology (but not essentially so).
• Applicants without the recommended academic subjects at A-level are encouraged to apply if they have any of these subjects at GCSE (9-5).
• All applicants will be interviewed and some applicants may be asked to complete a dance science workbook with specific reading and guidance to assess their aptitude for the programme.

• Some prior dance experience is essential and will be assessed through your personal statement.

Applicants will normally have studied a minimum of two years post GCSE. However, mature individuals with professional experience may also apply.

In addition, we accept a wide range of national and international qualifications using equivalencies from UCAS and UK NARIC. If you have any questions about your qualifications please contact admissions@trinitylaban.ac.uk.

English language requirements

Applicants for whom English is not their first language should demonstrate proficiency in English equivalent to IELTS 5.5 in all areas.

If you require a Student visa to study in the UK you may require a Secure English Language Test (SELT). More information can be found at gov.uk.

There will be an interview required as part of the application process either face-to-face or by Skype. Applicants will be contacted accordingly.

If you wish to start the application process for this programme, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75 and Programme Code 201F.

Study Abroad Programme

You must currently be studying on an undergraduate programme overseas and aiming to achieve credits from your studies at Trinity Laban. You will need to show strong motivation and demonstrate in your application how the programme will support your personal and professional development.

Submit an application via UCAS Conservatoires and upload online materials on Embark. You will be contacted once your UCAS Conservatoires application has been received.

Academic Requirements

English Language requirements (if applicable): IELTS (General or Academic Training) minimum 5.5 in all four areas; or B2 First (Cambridge English) minimum 162 in all four  areas; or Trinity College London – Integrated Skills in English level II or above.

If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, you may need a Secure English Language Test (SELT). More information can be found at gov.uk.

Please note the on-time deadline for applicants applying to study for one term or for a whole academic year is 25 January.  We will accept applications after that date but we would recommend you apply as early as possible, as places are limited.

If you wish to start the application process for this programme, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75 and Programme Code 103F.

Graduate Certificate in Dance

Initial application via UCAS Conservatoires, supported by additional materials uploaded to Embark. You will be contacted regarding setting up an Embark profile once your UCAS Conservatoires application has been received.

Requirements

• Experience in a dance/performance arts related area.
• First degree or equivalent level of educative maturity (such as through experiential knowledge / professional experience / other qualifications).
• You may submit examples of your practice online (via Embark) to support your application as follows:
  • 10 mins of technical material in any dance style
  • 2-4 minutes of creative material, such as improvisation or choreography in any dance style
  • Option to upload additional footage such as choreography created by applicant even if you are not dancing in it

English language requirements: IELTS Band 6 (General or Academic Training) or above, or Trinity College London – Integrated Skills in English Level II or above, or Cambridge English Language – Level B2 or above. Certificates will need to be provided in order for your application to be fully considered.

If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, please be aware of its English language requirements, as they may differ. Secure English Language Tests and levels can be found at gov.uk. In addition, meeting external requirements of UK Visas and Immigration is essential.

Early application is recommended. The on-time deadline for applications for September admission is June 2023.

Please note that if places are still available then late applications may be considered. Please contact admissions@trinitylaban.ac.uk in these cases.

Should you wish to start the application process for this programme, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75, and Programme Code 501G.

International Graduate Diploma: Dance & English

Initial application is via UCAS Conservatoires, supported by additional materials uploaded to Embark. You will be contacted regarding setting up an Embark profile once your UCAS Conservatoires application has been received.

Requirements

• Experience in a dance/performance arts-related area.
• First degree or equivalent level of educative maturity (such as through experiential knowledge / professional experience / other qualifications).
• You may submit examples of your practice online (via Embark) to support your application as follows:
  • 10 mins of technical material in any dance style
  • 2-4 minutes of creative material, such as improvisation or choreography in any dance style
  • Option to upload additional footage such as choreography created by applicant even if you are not dancing in it

English language requirements: Applicants will be required to hold an English language qualification, normally the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) B2 (IELTS 5.5 min in all areas).

If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, please be aware of its English language requirements, as they may differ. Secure English Language Tests and levels can be found at gov.uk. In addition, meeting external requirements of UK Visas and Immigration is essential.

The on-time deadline for applications for entry in September 2023 is June 2023, however later applications may be considered beyond this date.

Should you wish to start the application process for this programme, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75, and Programme Code 501I.

Specialist Diploma in Choreological Studies

Application for this programme is via Embark (not UCAS Conservatoires)

Selection is by scrutiny of the applicant’s application which should be provided by uploading the following:

• A current CV and copies of relevant qualifications
• A personal statement including your background in Choreological Studies and your reasons for wishing to study on this programme
• A recent headshot (passport photos are fine)
• Details of any English language qualifications if English is not your first language

Entry Requirements

You will have prior knowledge of Laban Studies or Choreological Studies, or a practice-based BA (Hons) in movement or dance studies with a movement analysis component, or a Laban/Bartenieff Institute of Movement Studies (LIMS) qualification or equivalent professional experience.

English Language requirements

IELTS Band 6 (General English Test) or above (or equivalents). Certificates will need to be provided in order for your application to be fully considered. If the panel feel that there is a lack of English Language proficiency or understanding of a subject area, then you may be asked to supply additional written material.

Please apply apply no later than mid-September for autumn term entry.

Requirements

Applicants are expected to have an appropriate first degree (or an equivalent qualification) or 5 years’ professional experience in a relevant discipline. Applicants without formal qualification are subject to the Institution’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

English Language requirements

You can find the English Language requirements for all programmes here.

If the panel feels that there is a lack of English Language proficiency or understanding of a subject area, then you may be asked to supply additional written material. 

If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, please be aware of its English language requirements, as they may differ. Secure English Language Tests and levels can be found at gov.uk. In addition, meeting external requirements of UK Visas and Immigration is essential.

Please note that if places are still available then late applications may be considered. Please contact admissions@trinitylaban.ac.uk in these cases.

MA and MFA Dance Leadership and Community Practice

Initial application via UCAS Conservatoires; further selection via *recorded audition and interview. You will be required to set up an Embark profile in order to submit your audition. Once your UCAS Conservatoires application has been received and considered by Trinity Laban, you will be invited to submit the audition (details for which will be sent by email) and an interview will be arranged.

*Please note that it is possible that we may offer in-person auditions and we will advise on this upon receipt of your application via UCAS Conservatoires.

Requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have a first degree (or an equivalent qualification) in a relevant subject and/or relevant (professional) experience, preferably in dance, education or community-related work. Applicants without formal qualifications are subject to the Institution’s recognition of prior learning (RPL) process.

Additional requirements for MFA

Applicants should upload (to Embark) a proposal, outlining:

• the reasons you wish to carry out an independent project over a full academic year;
• your suitability for extended independent research in the context of an MFA DLCP; and
• the nature of your intended research and a draft project timeline with indicated research outputs (which is understandably subject to change).

Applicants to the MFA will also be required to undertake an interview (if not in person, phone/Skype interview can be arranged).

Should you wish to start the application process for this programme, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75. The Programme Codes are:

• MA Dance Leadership & Community Practice over one year, full time: 601F
• MA Dance Leadership & Community Practice over two years, part time: C600
• MFA Dance Leadership & Community Practice over two years, full time: 600M

Early application is recommended as there are limited places available. The on-time deadline for entry in September is June 2023.

Please note that late applications may be considered. 

MA and MFA Choreography

Initial application via UCAS Conservatoires. Selection is by scrutiny of the applicant’s written application, and additional portfolio/video/other evidence which should be provided by setting up an account on Embark following the initial UCAS Conservatoires application.

You should upload or provide an online link to choreographed work that you have created. It should be between 12 -15 minutes in length, and include:

• an excerpt of a solo;
• an excerpt of a group work; and
• an excerpt of a rehearsal, workshop or class in which you are an active participant.

You should also include:

• a comment on the material presented, and on the process for its creation/devising/realization; and
• a comment on some of the artistic problems you encountered, and how you went about solving them.

Additional requirements for MFA

Applicants should upload (to Embark) a proposal, outlining:

• the reasons you wish to carry out an independent project over a full academic year;
• your suitability for extended independent research in the context of an MFA Choreography; and
• the nature of your intended research and a draft project timeline with indicated research outputs (which is understandably subject to change).

Applicants to the MFA will also be required to undertake an interview (if not in person, phone/Skype interview can be arranged).

Should you wish to start the application process for this programme/s, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75. The Programme Codes are:

• MA Choreography, full time: 700F
• MA Choreography, part time: C700
• MFA Choreography, full time: 700M

Early application is recommended as there are limited places available. The on-time deadline for entry in September is June 2023.

Please note that late applications may be considered. 

MA and MFA Creative Practice

Initial application via UCAS Conservatoires. Selection is by scrutiny of the applicant’s written application and additional portfolio/video/other evidence which should be provided by setting up an account on Embark following the initial UCAS Conservatoires application.

Early application is recommended as there are limited places available. The on-time deadline for entry in September is June 2023.

Please note that late applications may be considered. 

If your practice is in dance/dance theatre

You should upload or provide an online link to choreographed work that you have created. It should be between 12 -15 minutes in length, and include:

• an excerpt of a solo;
• an excerpt of a group work;
• an excerpt of a rehearsal, workshop or class in which you are an active participant.

You should also include:

• a comment on the material presented, and on the process for its creation/devising/realization; and
• a comment on some of the artistic problems you encountered, and how you went about solving them.

If your practice is in an other art form

You should upload or provide an online link to:

• material evidence of your dance/movement ability; and
• substantial evidence of current artistic practice (such as design portfolio, scripts, evidence of theatre direction, acting involvement, etc.). The visual material must be accompanied by explanatory notes that set the context of the material.

Additional requirements for MFA

Applicants should upload (to Embark) a proposal, outlining:

• the reasons you wish to carry out an independent project over a full academic year;
• your suitability for extended independent research in the context of an MFA Creative Practice; and
• the nature of your intended research and a draft project timeline with indicated research outputs (which is understandably subject to change).

Applicants to the MFA will also be required to undertake an interview (if not in person, phone/Skype interview can be arranged).

Should you wish to start the application process for this programme/s, please firstly submit your UCAS Conservatoires application. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75. The Programme Codes are:

• MA Creative Practice: Transdisciplinary, full time: 701F
• MA Creative Practice: Transdisciplinary, part time: 701P
• MA Creative Practice: Dance Professional Practice, full time: 702F
• MA Creative Practice: Dance Professional Practice, part time: 700P
• MFA Creative Practice: Transdisciplinary, full time: 802F
• MFA Creative Practice: Dance Professional Practice, full time: 803F

MA and MFA Dance Performance

This programme is open to recent graduates and more experienced performers who wish to return to study to gain a postgraduate qualification. Applicants must demonstrate high-level technical, performative and creative skills as well as an aptitude for study at Masters level.

Entry is by audition. For more information on audition dates and qualifications required, please see entry requirements for MA/MFA Dance Performance.

Please submit an application via UCAS Conservatoires to secure an audition.

If you are unable to attend in-person auditions, you can send a recorded audition via Embark. Details of the material to be uploaded will be sent to you once your UCAS Conservatoires application has been received.

Applications are still open. Please contact admissions@trinitylaban.ac.uk for more information on recorded auditions.

Additional requirements for MFA

Applicants should upload (to Embark) a proposal, outlining:

•  The reasons they wish to carry out an independent project over one academic year (their second year of study)
•  Their suitability for extended independent research in the context of an MFA Dance Performance
•  The nature of their intended research and a draft projected timeline with indicated outputs of research (which can be subject to change)

Should you wish to start the application process for this programme(s), please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75. The Programme Code is 704F (MA/MFA Dance Performance).

MSc and MFA Dance Science

Initial application via UCAS Conservatoires. Applicants are expected to have practical dance experience (in any dance style) and the UCAS Conservatoires application should evidence this. In addition, your UCAS Conservatoires application should include a brief commentary on your motivations to study Dance Science with reference to any particular areas you are currently interested in and your future goals.

In addition, you will be asked to submit a Comprehensive Personal Statement which consists of two parts.

In Part One you should include a brief commentary (which can be based on our UCAS Conservatoires application statement) on:

• the reasons to study Dance Science and its value for the dance artist and dance practice
• any previous experience on research or other activities relevant to dance science
• the particular areas of Dance Science in which you are currently interested, i.e. what you are interested in exploring more while on the Programme and why.

In Part Two you are asked to choose and answer to three questions of a list of Dance Science related topics. The word count for this part is circa 900 words (approximately 300 words per question, not inclusive of the reference list).

Detailed guidance for this task will be sent to you upon setting up an account on Embark.

Selection is by scrutiny of the applicant’s written application, and additional portfolio/video/other evidence which should be provided by setting up an account on Embark following the initial UCAS Conservatoires application. You may be also be asked to attend an interview as part of your application.

Additional requirements for MFA

In addition to the brief commentary submitted in UCAS Conservatoires application, applicants should upload (to Embark) a proposal, outlining:

• the reasons you wish to carry out an independent project over a full academic year;
• your suitability for extended independent research in the context of an MFA Dance Science;
• the nature of your intended research and a clear research question you would like to investigate;
• a draft project timeline with potential research outputs (which is understandably subject to change).

Applicants to the MFA will also be required to undertake an interview (if not in person, phone/Skype interview can be arranged).

Should you wish to start the application process for this programme/s, please submit your UCAS Conservatoires application first. When you apply through UCAS Conservatoires, please use Conservatoire Code T75. The Programme Codes are:

• MSc Dance Science, full time: 801F
• MSc Dance Science, part time: 804P
• MFA Dance Science, full time: 500M

Early application is recommended as there are limited places available. The on-time deadline for entry in September is June 2023.

Please note that late applications may be considered. 

MA Applications: Technique Training

Please note that technical training (practical technique classes) is not provided as part of the specification nor funded within the modular fee structure of the majority of Masters Programmes.

Please check on the programme specification in which you are interested if this applies to your choice. However, if you so wish you may elect on the application form to join a course of technical classes on payment of a supplementary fee, (as listed in the current fees leaflet). These classes are NOT provided as an award bearing course of study or training, but they will be levelled by audition during the initial induction week and do form a coherent set of classes. They will be a 90 minute contemporary (modern) based class, held Monday to Thursday at the start of the day for 10 weeks for each of three terms (120 classes). You will be joining students from other programmes at Trinity Laban for this which is another opportunity to share experience and learning from others.

Alternatively, evening classes offered by the Learning & Participation department are available and a range of professional classes are also offered at Greenwich Dance.

MPhil/PhD

Please go to Research Degree Programme for detailed information and for application deadlines.