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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: TBA2

Professional Dance

Bath Spa University
Hove, England
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3 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
99%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Professional Dance at Bath Spa University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Hove, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Prepare for a successful career as a dancer or choreographer for the stage and screen by enhancing your technique and performance, regardless of whether your ambitions lie within a classical or contemporary setting. Taught at The Brighton Academy, this course is for professional dancers who can choreograph their own work and work creatively with other 21st century choreographers. It helps you develop the ability to work in companies and be adaptable to different styles and methods of working. The focus is on being a reflective dance practitioner who appreciates the nature and potential... Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 81% student satisfaction rating, and 79% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Dance Technique and Performance
Choreography and Creative Practice
Contemporary Dance Styles
Classical and Commercial Dance Techniques
Dance History and Critical Analysis
Professional Dance Practice and Career Development
Movement Analysis and Somatic Practice
Dance Production and Industry Preparation
UCAS Code:TBA2
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

CDD

Including one A Level in a subject related to the degree course.

International Baccalaureate

32 points

A minimum of 32 points are required.

UCAS Points80

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

The Brighton Academy Course Information Tution fees £9,790 (Per Year) Even though TBA is dedicated to one of the cheapest full-time courses in the country, there are sources of funding available to help with the financial burden whilst training

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Bath Spa University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£22,000£25,000£29,500
3 years£13,000£19,000£23,500
5 years£19,500£24,500£29,500

UK subject average: £23,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 17% below UK average salary
This course
£19,000
UK average
£23,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£24,500
UK average
£23,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-02-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

69%Working
10%Studying
16%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-02-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
99%
Learning opportunities
97%
Assessment and feedback
97%
Academic support
95%
Organisation and management
93%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
90%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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Professional Placement Year Bursary

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£1,500scholarship value
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£500scholarship value
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The International Travel Fund

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£650scholarship value
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The Porthleven Prize

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About Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University offers Professional Dance as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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