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Transcript of Dance Course Information Booklet
Dance
5 Mary Street (PO Box 534)
Drummoyne NSW 1470
Sydney, Australia
Tel: 61 2 9819 8888
Fax: 61 2 9719 1714
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.wi.edu.au
CRICOS Code 02664K
ABN 50 360 319 774
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© Wesley Institute 2012
Wesley Institute is a registered Higher Education Provider under the NSW Higher
Education Act and the Commonwealth Higher Education Support Act, and approved
to provide courses to international students. The Institute offers Masters in
Counselling, Education, Leadership and Ethics, Music, and Theology; Graduate
Diplomas in Counselling, Education, and Theology; Bachelors in Dance, Drama,
Graphic Design, Music, Theology; Associate Degrees in Dance, Graphic Design, Music
and Theology; and a Diploma in Drama. Courses are accredited with the NSW
Department of Education and Training, and approved for FEE-HELP, Youth Allowance,
Austudy and Abstudy for eligible students.+ Wesley Institute is an International Affiliate
of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, and offers Studies Abroad for
the 110 member universities and colleges in the USA.
All information in this publication is correct at 23 October 2012 but is subject to
change without notice. Wesley Institute reserves the right to change the content of
any unit of study, or to withdraw any unit or course of study it offers, or to impose
limitations on enrolment in any unit or course of study.
+Austudy and Youth Allowance are not available for the Master of Music and the Master of
Theology.
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Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................ 4
Bachelor of Dance ................................................................................... 5
Associate Degree of Dance ....................................................................... 6
Bachelor and nested Associate Degree of Dance ....................................... 7
Admission ....................................................................................... 8
Credit ............................................................................................. 9
Assessment ...................................................................................... 9
Tuition Assurance .................................................................................. 10
Unit Descriptions ................................................................................... 10
Academic Staff ........................................................................................12
Fees ........................................................................................................14
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Introduction
Wesley Institute promotes and fosters quality in teaching and learning through the
implementation of our vision, mission and institutional values, and their integration in
all aspects of institutional life and culture.
Vision:
Transforming lives through excellence in Christian higher education.
Mission:
Wesley Institute benefits our community as we equip people to live godly lives in
influential vocations. We seek to fulfil this mission by integrating rigorous scholarship,
and professional and spiritual development, in excellent higher education.
Values:
All our activities are informed and underpinned by five core values:
- Christian faith in action
- Education informed by scholarship and creativity
- Lifelong learning
- Responsible stewardship
- Integration.
In actively pursuing our mission, Wesley Institute commits to the following:
• courses and learning resources of high quality and standing, as determined by
regulatory authorities, expert advisors, staff and students.
• curriculum and modes of delivery structured so as to maximise student access to
learning opportunities and support without compromising quality or equity.
• a nurturing and safe teaching and learning environment for staff and students
grounded in Christian faith and academic integrity.
• a focus on the achievement of our graduate attributes, student satisfaction,
course completions and career relevance.
Why study Dance at Wesley Institute?
• The only performance-based dance degree in NSW.
• Developed and delivered by experienced industry professionals.
• Provides professional dancers and teachers for the Australian and International
Dance industries.
• An intensive and highly relevant combination of practical and theoretical training.
• Integrates a Christian worldview in a supportive, collaborative environment.
The School of Dance at Wesley Institute offers intensive, performance-based studies in
industry-standard dance facilities, with a large faculty highly regarded in the dance
profession. Our courses are practical and professional, combining creativity with
industry skills. Internationally renowned guest artists and educators visit regularly and
interdisciplinary projects are encouraged. Opportunities are provided to tour and
perform in numerous community and cultural settings. These superb courses
thoroughly prepare graduates to perform at an advanced level in a variety of dance
genres and at professional performance level in their major of choice.
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Bachelor of Dance
• Course Code: WDA12
• Credit Points: 144
• Number of Units: 41
• Duration: 3 years full-time; up to 6 years part-time
• Student Workload: 40 hours per week (full-time)
• Delivery Mode: On campus studies
The Bachelor of Dance is a dance performance degree designed by industry
professionals to ensure graduates have the skills to be successful in a highly competitive
industry. It gives students strong performance skills in Ballet, Contemporary, Hip
Hop, Latin American, Ballroom and Jazz genres, with advanced skills in a genre of
choice, together with experience in choreography, production and additional Dance
Industry skills. The course is offered from a Christian worldview perspective, with
professional outcomes satisfying student aspirations and industry requirements.
Career possibilities for Bachelor of Dance graduates include employment as a dance
performer, arts administrator, choreographer, or a studio dance teacher.
Alternatively, the completion of a graduate teaching qualification opens a pathway to
secondary school teaching (a one-year Graduate Diploma of Education) or primary
school teaching (a two-year Master of Teaching).
The Bachelor of Dance enables graduates to:
• perform at an advanced level of performance.
• implement Safe Dance Practice principles as a matter of routine and commitment
in all practical work – classes, rehearsals and performance.
• work cooperatively and respectfully with choreographers, performers,
administrators and production crew members, and be able to perform specific
roles in the production process.
• create choreographed Dance works based on sound principles of composition,
effective use of production procedures and techniques, and exhibiting innovation,
originality and personal style.
• articulate an understanding and appreciation of historical, cultural and personal
influences on Dance, acquired through informed critical inquiry, and maintain a
commitment to research and the ability to produce oral and/or written reports
suitable for presentation and/or publication.
• demonstrate the ability to be self-determining based on acquired knowledge of
teaching and learning strategies, motivational techniques and somatic education.
• reflect on personal practice, beliefs and ethics, and apply Christian principles of
moral behaviour, care for others and strong work ethic in their personal and
professional lives.
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Associate Degree of Dance
(nested within Bachelor of Dance)
• Course Code: WDA02
• Credit Points: 96
• Number of Units: 28
• Duration: 2 years full-time; up to 4 years part-time
• Student Workload: 40 hours per week (full-time)
• Delivery Mode: On campus studies
A nested Associate Degree of Dance gives students strong performance skills in ballet,
contemporary and jazz genres, with advanced skills in a genre of choice, together with
experience in choreography, production and other elements of dance. The Associate
Degree also provides an optional exit award from the Bachelor degree.
The course chart on the next page shows a student pathway through the bachelor and
associate degrees.
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Course Chart – Bachelor of Dance with nested Associate Degree of Dance
Dance Technique and Context Performance and Production Psychosomatic Education Personal and Professional Dev’t Sub-Totals
Sem+ Unit Name CP
++
Hrs/
Wk^
Unit Name CP Hrs/
Wk Unit Name CP
Hrs/
Wk Unit Name CP
Hrs/
Wk
CP/
Sem
Hrs/
Wk
Hrs/
Sem^
1
Dance Technique I 6 10 Performance & Production I 3 5 Psychosomatic 3 5 Faith and the 3 5
Dance Major I 3 5 Choreography I 3 5 Education I Contemporary Artist I
Elective 3 5
24 40 600
2
Dance Technique II 6 10 Performance & Production II 3 5 Psychosomatic 3 5 Faith and the 3 5
Dance Major II 3 5 Choreography II 3 5 Education II Contemporary Artist II
Elective 3 5
24 40 600
3
Dance Technique III 6 10 Performance & Production III 3 5 Psychosomatic 3 5 Faith and the 3 5
Dance Major III 3 5 Choreography III 3 5 Education III Contemporary Artist III
Elective 3 5
24 40 600
4
Dance Technique IV 6 10 Performance & Production IV 3 5 Psychosomatic 3 5 Faith and the 3 5
Dance Major IV 3 5 Choreography IV 3 5 Education IV Contemporary Artist IV
Elective 3 5
24 40 600
EXIT POINT – ASSOCIATE DEGREE OF DANCE
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Dance Technique V 6 10 Performance & Production V 3 5 Psychosomatic 3 5 Faith and the 3 5
Dance Major V 3 5 Choreography V 3 5 Education V Contemporary Artist V
24 40 600
6
Dance Technique VI 6 10 Performance & Production VI 3 5 Psychosomatic 3 5 Dance Industry 3 5
Dance Major VI 3 5 Choreography VI 3 5 Education VI 3 5 Placement
24 40 600
+ Semester = 15 weeks comprising 13 teaching weeks and 2 personal study, makeup class, final assessment and written and practical examination weeks. ++ 1 Credit Point (CP) = 25 student workload hours (contact hours + personal study). ^ Hrs/Wk and Hrs/Sem indicates total student workload hours.
CP HRS
144 3600
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Admission
There are two intakes each year, in January and July. Applicants are encouraged to
apply early as places are limited. Overseas students should apply as early as possible to
allow for visa processing delays.
Wesley Institute is committed to ethical and responsible student recruitment. The
application process requires the submission of documents verifying that the student has
met the entry requirements for the course. Each applicant is auditioned and
interviewed by a panel of members of the dance faculty using standard assessment
processes and forms.
1. EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
As well as completing application forms, applicants for admission to the Bachelor of
Dance or its nested Associate Degree of Dance must fulfil both educational and artistic
requirements.
A. Applicants are required to provide evidence of:
• successful completion of the NSW Higher School Certificate with an ATAR of
50, or equivalent interstate qualification, or
• successful completion of an accredited tertiary course.
B. Applicants 21 years or over who satisfy the artistic entry requirements and who
possess qualifications and/or experience deemed equivalent to the NSW Higher
School Certificate may be admitted.
C. Applicants whose qualifying studies were completed in a language other than
English, will normally be required to provide evidence of English language
proficiency equivalent to an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test. Test
score equivalencies for alternative tests are provided below.
IELTS SCORE Band 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 8.0
Test of English as a Foreign Language internet
based Test (TOEFL iBT) 60 79 94 102 110
PTE Academic 50 58 65 73 79
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) from
Cambridge ESOL test scores 52 58 67 74 80
2. ARTISTIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the ability to:
- perform at an advanced standard in a recognised dance genre, and
- perform at intermediate standard or higher in ballet, contemporary and/or jazz
genres.
The audition process includes:
- participation in a class giving the applicant the opportunity to demonstrate
technical ability in their genre of choice;
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- learning and performing a short section of the Institute’s repertoire to enable
applicants to display their ability to retain, interpret and express the given
movement;
- performance of a prepared dance piece of 2-4 minutes in a dance genre of
choice in order to demonstrate advanced standard of performance in their
nominated genre; and
- a statement of up to 300 words summarising reasons for pursuing tertiary
qualifications in dance.
Applicants from outside Sydney should submit a performance DVD containing a
performance of no less than 3 minutes in length, preferably demonstrating skill in
more than one dance genre.
A candidate who satisfies the dance performance criteria, but is deemed as
likely to have difficulty satisfying academic standards in written assessment
tasks, may be admitted subject to the satisfactory completion of a bridging unit
giving foundational skills for academic success.
For more information, visit www.wi.edu.au/dance
Credit
Students accepted into the Bachelor or Associate Degree of Dance may apply for credit
transfer on the basis of equivalent studies completed prior to their admission. Studies
undertaken at registered tertiary institutions may be considered for transfer credit
where they have reasonable correspondence to coursework units in the Institute’s
courses. Students may also apply for RPL credit on the basis of skills and knowledge
achieved outside the formal education and training system.
Credit and RPL credit for previous study may be awarded up to a maximum of one
third of the course requirements. Applicants who are currently enrolled in an
equivalent degree course with a peer provider and wish to finish their studies for the
degree qualification at Wesley Institute may be considered for credit of up to two
thirds of requirements of the Wesley Institute degree.
The Credit and RPL Policy is published on the website, together with a Credit Matrix
setting out equivalency guidelines.
Assessment
The Bachelor and Associate Degree of Dance are performance-based courses, and
therefore the major component of assessment in the performance units is practical.
Exploration, analysis, research and reflection are often assessed through tasks with a
written execution, but research may also be presented through performance with
supporting written reports and referencing.
Assessment in any unit is continuous or progressive. There are usually three assessment
tasks presented throughout the semester, with a final grade representing the total of
the grades for these tasks. Most performance tasks are assessed by a panel of lecturers,
with external assessors contributing to the assessment of work at advanced levels.
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Students are encouraged to contact the lecturer to raise questions, seek clarification or
discuss difficulties in regard to any aspect of a unit, including assessment tasks.
Alternative assessment tasks, deemed to be equivalent to those published in the unit
outline, may sometimes be negotiated between lecturer and students, provided such
tasks are in accordance with the unit purpose and learning outcomes.
Tuition Assurance
To protect students in the event that Wesley Institute ceases to provide a course of
study, the Institute has tuition assurance through its membership of the TAFE Directors
Australia Tuition Assurance Scheme. For details please see Tuition Assurance
Unit Descriptions
DANCE TECHNIQUE and PERFORMANCE
Dance Technique I-VI 6 credit points
This series of core units ensure students develop a strong Dance foundation.
Participation in six technique classes per week is mandatory, with a choice of genres
including Hip Hop, Latin American, Ballroom, Jazz, Contemporary and Ballet.
Dance Major I-VI 3 credit points
Dance Major units encourage students to excel in their Dance genre of expertise. They
engage in 2 weekly performance classes with current industry leaders to develop their
full potential as performers, while also studying the history of their major genre.
Specialisations are offered in Ballet, Contemporary, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Latin
American and Ballroom.
PRODUCTION and RESEARCH
Performance and Production I-VI 3 credit points
Students study the factors of production that affect the staging of a performance and
the relationships each has with the other. They experience the various roles of the
production crew as well as participating in works developed in collaboration with
leading choreographers.
Choreography I-IV 3 credit points
Choreography units concentrate on developing the creative processes, foundations,
structures and choreographic principles involved in producing Dance works. Students
develop their skills and personal style while collaborating with leading choreographers
and studying the works of others.
Project I-II 6/3 credit points
Project I and ll allow the students to either produce a Dance work in which other
students participate or to explore an area of research with relevance to their own
career path. Project l involves planning the project in detail and Project ll provides for
the implementation of the project with the assistance of a supervisor with expertise in
the chosen field.
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PSYCHOSOMATIC EDUCATION
Psychosomatic Education I-VI 3 credit points
This series of units is designed to provide students with the opportunity to understand
the psychological factors that affect performance, and to learn about how their bodies
work and the ability of the body to perform high level physical activities required in
Dance. Emphasis is placed on achieving and maintaining mind and body health
through correct nutrition, positive mind-body connection, use of Safe Dance Principles
and awareness of various movement forms available to enhance dance technique and
performance. Units are presented in two parts: Related Movement Forms classes
taught from a practical perspective, and Body Science and Performance Psychology
taught in tutorial and workshop modes.
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Faith and the Contemporary Artist I-V 3 credit points
The Faith and Contemporary Artist sequence is common to all the Institute’s creative
arts degrees, facilitating integration between the creative arts, as well as integration
between faith and artistic endeavour. The first unit investigates worldviews and beliefs,
and locates the Christian story within a backdrop of philosophy and ethics. This unit
also builds on orientation study seminars, providing detailed guidance and tutorial
assistance with the demands of essays and other assessments. Throughout the
remaining units, theological reflection is grounded in history, philosophy and
aesthetics to promote the process of spiritual enquiry and development in the artist.
Dance Industry Placement 3 credit points
Offered in the final year of study, this unit allows students to experience a work
environment of their choice within the Dance industry. It is anticipated that students
will have identified their chosen career path and this placement will assist their
transition into the Dance Profession.
ELECTIVE STUDIES
Partnering Technique 3 credit points
In this elective unit students have the opportunity to develop and experiment with
skills common to partner work in all genres and be encouraged to experiment with
the skills acquired across a number of genres.
Acrobatics 3 credit points
Acrobatics enables an acquisition of fundamental skills in physical theatre presentation
which can then be integrated into dance performance. This elective unit is largely
practical, giving students exposure and practice in selected areas of acrobatic skills that
complement dance.
Tap Dance I-II 3 credit points
Exposes students to Tap Dance as a performance genre, deepening their skill and
experience while increasing their appreciation of the historical and cultural place of
Tap within a variety of musical styles and performance scenarios
Musical Theatre 3 credit points
This unit enables students to study styles and skills particularly characteristic of Musical
Theatre and to integrate skills acquired in Dance, Music and Drama units in order to
perform in the Musical Theatre genre.
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Hip Hop I-II 3 credit points
Hip Hop I exposes students to a variety of Hip Hop styles. It seeks to widen their
experience of Dance and increase their appreciation of the historical and cultural place
of Hip Hop in popular culture. Hip Hop II aims to develop students’ performance skill
in the Hop Hop genre. It explores the skills of popping and locking, breakdance,
beatboxing and rap styles.
Latin American I-II 3 credit points
Latin American I is an introduction to the genre and includes study of the technique
and basic syllabuses of Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba, Jive and Paso Doble. It aims to
widen students’ experience of Dance and increase their appreciation of the historical
and cultural place of Latin American dance in popular culture. The second unit aims
to develop the performance expertise of students in the Latin American genre, and
further extends their understanding and ability in partnering skills and performance
quality.
Ballroom I-II 3 credit points
Ballroom I is an introduction to the Ballroom genre and includes study of the
technique and basic syllabuses of Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese Waltz and
Quickstep. It aims to widen the students’ experience of Dance and increase their
appreciation of the historical and cultural place of Ballroom dance in popular culture.
Ballroom II aims to develop the performance expertise of students in the Ballroom
genre. It further extends students’ understanding and ability in partnering skills and
performance quality.
Academic Staff
Ms Adele Hyland BEd, GradDipEd, CertIVA&WT, MEd Head of Dance
Mr Ivo Ahlquist MChSc, MSpSc, GradDipNeurology
Mr Ronne Arnold DanceDip, DanceNotatCert, BMus&Dance, MADance, CertIVA&WT
Mr Brian Babon BDance
Mr Alvin De Castro Dance Industry Professional
Ms Renee Fayne AdvDipPilates
Ms Aude Florentin Dance Industry Professional
Ms Anca Frankenhaeuser BA(Hons)Dance, MDA
Mr Tony Gauci Dance Industry Professional
Ms Maya Gavish BDance, MDance&Ed, CertTeach
Mr Norman Hall CertTeach, DipArt(Ed), Dance Industry Professional
Ms Wendy James BFA, DipEd, CertCouns
Ms Alysia Jarvis RAD(Adv), BA(Hons)DanceEd
Ms Tiana Joubert Dance Industry Professional
Dr Grenville Kent BAComm, BATheol, MAComm, MATheol, PhD, DMin
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Ms Juliette Kirkwood BAppSc, GradDipDanceMvtTherapy Assistant to the Head of Dance
Ms Val Lloyd ARAD, RADTeachDip, LLCD, LCDTeachDip
Mr Sean Marcs BDance
Mr Andrew Mortimer RAD Examiner, CertTAA, DipBalletTeach
Ms Diana Reyes Dance Industry Professional
Mr Rod Salcedo Dance Industry Professional
Ms Elisa Schut DipRBS(TTC), ARAD, BTh
Mr Graeme Spencer BADance, PGCE, IDTA
Dr Mark Stephens BA(Hons), PhD
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2013 Fees
Tuition Fees
Bachelor of Dance Domestic* Overseas**
Course Fee^ $41,640.00 $51,408.00
Unit Fee (6 credit points, Dance) $1,860.00 $2,142.00
Unit Fee (3 credit points, Dance) $930.00 $1,071.00
Unit Fee (3 credit points, Integrative) $870.00 $1,071.00
Associate Degree of Dance
Course Fee^ $28,560.00 $34,272.00
Unit Fees as for the Bachelor of Dance
Administration Fees
$150 Graduation Fee
$100 Late Enrolment Fine
$50 Late Variation to Enrolment Fine
$30 Student ID Card Replacement
$30 Request for Transcript (plus postage costs)
$120 Request for Replacement Testamur
$0 - $200 Deferred Payment Contract Fee
$50 Late fee for missing an agreed payment
$50 Re-Issue of Financial Records Fee (current year)
$150 Re-Issue of Financial Records Fee (previous years)
$100+ Course Withdrawal Fee (up to start of classes)
$200+ Course Withdrawal Fee (after classes commence)
*Domestic Student: A student who is an Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen, or the holder of a
permanent humanitarian visa.
**Overseas Student: Any student who is not a domestic student.
^Fees for units taken in any other School are published in the Course Information Book for that School, and at Tuition Fees. Fees are subject to annual review and increase. +New students only ++Credit points
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Wesley Institute offers the following courses:
Master of Arts (Leadership and Applied Ethics)
Master of Arts (Religious Education)
Master of Counselling
Master of Music
Master of Teaching (Primary)
Graduate Diploma of Arts (Applied Ethics)
Graduate Diploma of Arts (Leadership)
Graduate Diploma of Arts (Religious Education)
Graduate Diploma of Counselling
Graduate Diploma of Education (Secondary)
Graduate Certificate in Arts (Leadership and Applied Ethics)
Graduate Certificate in Arts (Religious Education)
Bachelor of Dance
Bachelor of Dramatic Art
Bachelor of Graphic Design
Bachelor of Music
Associate Degree of Dance
Associate Degree of Graphic Design
Associate Degree of Music
Diploma of Dramatic Art
October 2012
Wesley Institute