BA (HONS) PROFESSIONAL DANCE PERFORMANCE
The 3-year Professional Dance Performance Degree delivers intensive vocational training for aspiring professional dancers seeking careers in cruise entertainment, cabaret, showgirl productions and the wider professional dance industry. With an exclusive focus on elite dance performance, the programme prepares graduates to become highly skilled, audition-ready performers for the global entertainment sector.
BA (HONS) PROFESSIONAL COMMERCIAL DANCE & PERFORMANCE
The 3-year Professional Commercial Dance & Performance Degree delivers industry-leading training for students aspiring to work as professional performers in live performance and recorded media for music artists, film & television, commercial productions, social media and digital content creation, preparing graduates for successful careers across the commercial dance industry.
BA (HONS) PROFESSIONAL DANCE & MUSICAL THEATRE
The 3-year Professional Dance & Musical Theatre Degree provides intensive vocational training for students aspiring to careers in commercial musical theatre, touring productions and cruise entertainment. Combining exceptional dance training with professional singing and acting skills, the course prepares graduates to become versatile, audition-ready performers.
FOUNDATION, SIXTH FORM & L2 DIPLOMA COURSES
Our pre-professional training courses offer the very best preparation for professional training auditions. Whether you're looking for the UK's most successful dance Sixth Form course, an additional year of REAL training on our Foundation Course, or maybe need a little extra time to upgrade your GCSE results... we have a pre-pro course for you!
ELLIE LANCASTER - 2021 GRADUATE
MSC CRUISES | HOLLAND AMERICA CRUISES
I absolutely loved my time at Dancebox. The training was amazing. I knew all my regular teachers and they knew me, which meant more personal feedback and actual training... not just open classes. The teachers are incredible, so supportive and pushed me to be the best I can be. I will be forever grateful for my 3 years at Dancebox and the endless opportunities and continued support I still receive.
BA (HONS) PROFESSIONAL DANCE PERFORMANCE
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QUALIFICATION - BA (Hons) in Professional Dance Performance (Subject to validation)
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DURATION - 3 Years, full-time
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - Between 88 - 112 UCAS points (please click here for general entry requirement for Buckinghamshire New University)
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FEES - £9,790.00 per year
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Student loan funding is available to students through Student Finance England (SFE), Student Finance Northern Ireland (SFNI), and the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS), subject to the relevant eligibility criteria.
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Students ordinarily resident in Wales: For 2026/27, eligible students can apply to Student Finance Wales (SFW) for a Tuition Fee Loan of up to £6,525 towards the tuition fee of £9,790. Students are responsible for paying the remaining £3,265 balance. Further information about funding for students from Wales is available in our Frequently Asked Questions section.
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There is a one off, non-refundable Acceptance Fee of £300.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition which is provided in addition to the the Degree qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '26/'27 academic year is £720, billed as £80 per month over 9 months.
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Launching in September 2027, the BA (Hons) Professional Dance Performance degree is an intensive programme of vocational training designed exclusively for dancers seeking careers within cruise entertainment, cabaret, showgirl productions and the wider professional dance industry.
Developed in response to growing industry demand, this specialist pathway focuses almost entirely on dance performance, providing exceptional technical training across a broad range of dance styles without the broader acting and singing emphasis traditionally associated with Musical Theatre programmes. Limited group vocal work may be incorporated where appropriate to support professional employability within the entertainment sector, whilst maintaining dance as the clear focus throughout the programme.
The course includes Ballet, Technical Jazz, Commercial, Heels Technique, Showgirl Technique, Contemporary, Lyrical, Latin, Choreography, Integrated Performance, Health, Fitness, Mental Health & Nutrition and project-based performance opportunities designed to prepare students for professional employment within the global entertainment industry.
Key features of the programme include:
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Extensive practical training across a broad range of professional dance styles.
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Specialist technical training aligned to the cruise, cabaret and live entertainment industries.
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Regular performance opportunities to refine artistry, versatility and professional stagecraft.
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Academic study supporting contextual and critical understanding of dance and professional performance.
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Exploration of the historical, cultural and contemporary development of professional dance practice.
Students develop exceptional technical foundations during the first year before refining their specialist skills throughout Levels 5 and 6 in preparation for professional employment. As the programme progresses, the rigour and complexity of training increases, enabling graduates to develop the technical excellence, artistry and professional resilience required for successful careers within cruise productions, cabaret, showgirl productions, commercial entertainment and the wider professional dance industry, whilst graduating with the security of a full BA (Hons) degree.
UCAS APPLICATION INFORMATION
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Course Code: Coming soon
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Institution Code: B94
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Campus Name: Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works
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Campus Code: W
BA (HONS) PROFESSIONAL COMMERCIAL DANCE & PERFORMANCE
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QUALIFICATION - BA (Hons) in Professional Commercial Dance & Performance
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DURATION - 3 Years, full-time
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - Between 88 - 112 UCAS points (please click here for general entry requirement for Buckinghamshire New University)
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FEES - £9,790.00 per year
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Student loan funding is available to students through Student Finance England (SFE), Student Finance Northern Ireland (SFNI), and the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS), subject to the relevant eligibility criteria.
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Students ordinarily resident in Wales: For 2026/27, eligible students can apply to Student Finance Wales (SFW) for a Tuition Fee Loan of up to £6,525 towards the tuition fee of £9,790. Students are responsible for paying the remaining £3,265 balance. Further information about funding for students from Wales is available in our Frequently Asked Questions section.
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There is a one off, non-refundable Acceptance Fee of £300.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition which is provided in addition to the the Degree qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '26/'27 academic year is £720, billed as £80 per month over 9 months.
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Our 3 year Commercial Dance degree program is meticulously crafted to meet the demands of the competitive commercial dance industry. Tailored for aspiring dance professionals, the course offers an exhaustive curriculum that focuses solely on the skills required for successful commercial dance employment.
The Professional Commercial Dance & Performance Degree has been developed to meet the needs of students aspiring to work as professional performers in live performance and recorded media for music artists, film & TV performance work, creative work in social media and digital channels, including dance-based influencer work.
The course includes Commercial Styles (inc. Commercial Heels), Lyrical, Latin, Jazz, Ballet, Choreography (inc. for Film & TV), Socials / Presenting, Personal Branding, social curation, self-tape skills, show reels, vocal reels (if applicable), Singing, Fitness, Health / Mental Health & Nutrition and project based units including Ariel, Acro, Circus Skills, Fire skills.
Key features of the program include:
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Extensive practical skills development in various dance styles.
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Numerous performance opportunities to demonstrate and refine acquired skills.
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Academic coursework to deepen understanding of the dance industry's contextual and critical aspects.
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Insight into the historical and cultural developments specific to commercial dance.
In the first year, students build a solid foundation in core dance techniques, which paves the way for more focused training in the final two years tailored to their career goals. The program progressively intensifies, enabling students to master the complex skills needed for sustained success in the performing arts. Graduates not only leave with refined performance skills but also the comprehensive educational qualifications of a full BA (Hons) degree, preparing them for a broad spectrum of future opportunities in and beyond dance.
UCAS APPLICATION INFORMATION
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Course Code: DBPC
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Institution Code: B94
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Campus Name: Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works
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Campus Code: W
BA (HONS) PROFESSIONAL DANCE & MUSICAL THEATRE
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QUALIFICATION - BA (Hons) in Professional Dance & Musical Theatre
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DURATION - 3 Years, full-timeENTRY REQUIREMENTS - Between 88 - 112 UCAS points (please click here for general entry requirement for Buckinghamshire New University)
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FEES - £9,790.00 per year
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Student loan funding is available to students through Student Finance England (SFE), Student Finance Northern Ireland (SFNI), and the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS), subject to the relevant eligibility criteria.
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Students ordinarily resident in Wales: For 2026/27, eligible students can apply to Student Finance Wales (SFW) for a Tuition Fee Loan of up to £6,525 towards the tuition fee of £9,790. Students are responsible for paying the remaining £3,265 balance. Further information about funding for students from Wales is available in our Frequently Asked Questions section.
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There is a one off, non-refundable Acceptance Fee of £300.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition which is provided in addition to the the Degree qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '26/'27 academic year is £720, billed as £80 per month over 9 months.
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The 3-year Professional Dance & Musical Theatre Degree is a rigorous programme of vocational training for aspiring professional performers. This outstanding programme prepares students for careers in commercial musical theatre, touring productions and cruise entertainment, combining exceptional dance training with the supplementary singing and acting skills required to become a versatile, audition-ready performer.
The programme delivers intensive technical training across dance, singing and acting disciplines, enabling students to develop the professional standards expected within today's musical theatre industry whilst maintaining dance as the foundation of the training experience.
The course includes Ballet, Technical Jazz, Commercial, Heels Technique, Lyrical, Tap, Singing (group and individual), Acting, Integrated Performance, Choreography, Health, Fitness, Mental Health & Nutrition and a range of performance projects designed to reflect contemporary industry practice.
Key features of the programme include:
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Extensive practical skills development across a wide variety of dance disciplines.
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Singing and acting training delivered through both group and individual practice.
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Regular performance opportunities to develop professional stagecraft and confidence.
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Academic study supporting contextual and critical understanding of Dance and Musical Theatre.
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Exploration of the historical and cultural development of musical theatre and contemporary performance practice.
During the first year, students develop strong foundations across all three disciplines before tailoring their training during the final two years towards the specific skills required for their chosen career pathway. Throughout the programme, the complexity and intensity of training increases, enabling graduates to develop the technical excellence, versatility and professional resilience required for long and successful careers within commercial musical theatre, touring productions and the wider entertainment industry, whilst gaining the security of a full BA (Hons) degree.
UCAS APPLICATION INFORMATION
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Course Code: W3DB
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Institution Code: B94
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Campus Name: Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works
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Campus Code: W
SIXTH FORM DANCE
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QUALIFICATION - UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing & Production Arts
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DURATION - 2 Years (3 days per week)
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - minimum 4 GCSE passes at grade 4 (including Maths and English Language or Literature)
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FEES - UAL L3 Extended Diploma tuition fully-funded* (there will be some additional costs for uniform etc.)
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There is a one off, non-refundable Acceptance Fee of £300.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition which is provided in addition to the UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '26/'27 academic year is £630, billed as £70 per month over 9 months.
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*EFA grant funding is available for the Level 3 Extended Diploma element of this course to students aged 16 - 18 at the start of the course, who have not yet completed a full Level 3 qualification. This course is also available to other students at a self funding rate of £4170 per year (fee correct for the '24/'25 academic year)
The 2-year Sixth Form Dance course provides the perfect springboard into Higher Education by giving students all of the skills and techniques needed to excel in degree-level professional training auditions.
The curriculum is rich in diversity and students train intensively throughout the 2 years to achieve a qualification which is equivalent to 3 A-Levels. The course in perfect for students with a passion for dance who want to explore, develop and extend their understanding of the performing arts industry through creative and stimulating study.
FOUNDATION COURSE
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QUALIFICATION - Pearson HNC in Performing Arts (Dance)
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DURATION - 1 Year (4 days per week)
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - Successful Dancebox College audition
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FEES - £7,500.00 per year
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Student loan funding is available to students from England, Northern Ireland and Ireland through Student Finance England (SFE) and to students from Scotland through Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) - please note that at this time student finance is not available to students from Wales, who would normally make applications through Student Finance Wales (SFW). We are working with SFW and our validating university to resolve the funding issue for students from Wales and hope to be able to support SFW funding applications again soon.
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There is a one off, non-refundable Acceptance Fee of £300.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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There is also an Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition which is provided in addition to the the HNC qualification. The Enrichment Fee for the '26/'27 academic year is £720, billed as £80 per month over 9 months.
The 1-year Foundation Course provides students who have already completed a Level 3 qualification the opportunity to engage in a period of intensive training to develop the skills required to be successful in auditions for Higher Education and vocational training courses.
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Practical skills refined through the delivery of dance genres including Ballet, Jazz, Commercial, Latin and Tap, as well as Singing and MT Repertoire classes
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Extensive performance opportunities to showcase students' learning
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Encourages use of evaluative and reflective skills to support development and individual progress
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Facilitates understanding of critical and contextual awareness of different perspectives within the performing arts
The curriculum is rich in diversity and students train intensively throughout the programme to achieve a Level 4 qualification. The course in perfect for students with a passion for the Performing Arts who want to refine their practical skills and extend their understanding of the Performing Arts industry through creative and stimulating study.
UCAS APPLICATION INFORMATION
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Course Code: DB01
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Institution Code: B23
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Campus Name: Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works
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Campus Code: W
LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA
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QUALIFICATION - UAL Level 2 Diploma in Performing & Production Arts
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DURATION - 1 Year (3 days per week)
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS - Successful Dancebox College audition
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FEES - UAL L2 Diploma tuition fully-funded* (there will be some additional costs for uniform etc.)
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There is a one off, non-refundable Acceptance Fee of £300.00 payable to confirm acceptance of an offered place for successful auditionees.
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There is also an Annual Enrichment Fee which covers the expense of additional tuition which is provided in addition to the UAL Level 2 Diploma qualification. The Annual Enrichment Fee for the '26/'27 academic year is £630, billed as £70 per month over 9 months.
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*EFA grant funding is available for the Level 2 Diploma element of this course to students aged 16 - 18 at the start of the course, who have not yet completed a full Level 2 qualification. This course is also available to other students at a self funding rate of £4170 per year (fee correct for the '24/'25 academic year)
The 1-year Level 2 Diploma in Dance course provides a bridge from GCSE level study into Further Education. This is the perfect course for students who may not have achieved the academic entry requirements for our 2-year Sixth Form Dance course (4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including either English Literature or Language & Maths required for entry), but who meet our vocational standards in their audition.
The curriculum is rich in diversity and students train intensively throughout the year to achieve a qualification which will support their progression to our Level 3 Sixth Form Dance & course, which is equivalent to 3 A-Levels. The course in perfect for students with a passion for dance, who want to explore, develop and extend their understanding of the dance and performing arts industries through creative and stimulating study.