Dance MA

These dance programmes blend practice with theory, preparing you for a wide range of careers in the dance industry. You will study a broad spectrum of dance forms, challenging traditional Western dance canons. Learn from UEL’s expert staff and benefit from nearly two decades of teaching in dance. Develop essential skills in choreography, performance, curation, and dance entrepreneurship. Gain hands-on experience through industry placements with partners such as East London Dance and Breakin’ Convention. Graduate ready to pursue roles such as performer, choreographer, curator, or creative producer. The MA/MFA in Dance at UEL will prepare you for a career in the creative industries by combining practice, theory, and professional development. Core modules cover critical theories of performance, dramaturgy, and representation, with intensive training in different dance practices and collaborative creation.