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Edith Cowan University

Perth, Western Australia

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BA Dance

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In-Person or Virtual

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BA Dance

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study AbroadTransfer In Friendly

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BA Dance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study AbroadTransfer In Friendly

Training

Three-year contemporary dance degree emphasizing choreography and creative practice

Primary study includes contemporary dance, ballet, performance, repertoire, and choreography

Electives may include yoga, tumbling, acting, aerial, cultural dance, and somatic studies

Performance & Productions

Two major performance seasons each year with Australian and international choreographers

Semester exchange, study abroad, and short industry placement opportunities

School info

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

A$9,550

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

A$40,650

Before aid

Bachelor Of Arts Dance · ecu.edu.au College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 16, 6:35 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Three-year contemporary dance degree emphasizing choreography and creative practice

Primary study includes contemporary dance, ballet, performance, repertoire, and choreography

Electives may include yoga, tumbling, acting, aerial, cultural dance, and somatic studies

Performance & Productions

Two major performance seasons each year with Australian and international choreographers

Semester exchange, study abroad, and short industry placement opportunities

Program Highlights

Training

Three-year contemporary dance degree emphasizing choreography and creative practice

Primary study includes contemporary dance, ballet, performance, repertoire, and choreography

Electives may include yoga, tumbling, acting, aerial, cultural dance, and somatic studies

Performance & Productions

Two major performance seasons each year with Australian and international choreographers

Semester exchange, study abroad, and short industry placement opportunities

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Spring 2027

These Spring 2027 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Deadline

WAAPA DanceSep 25, 2026

Contemporary Dance · waapa.ecu.edu.au

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

Fee

Audition Fee

A$110

Deadline

WAAPA Dance ApplicationSep 25, 2026

Auditions

Brisbane dance auditionSep 27, 2026

Sydney dance auditionSep 28, 2026

Canberra dance auditionSep 29, 2026

Melbourne dance auditionSep 30, 2026

Adelaide dance auditionOct 1, 2026

Perth BA dance auditionOct 2, 2026

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Video audition submission (rolling from late September)Rolling

Contemporary Dance · waapa.ecu.edu.au Dance Audition And Interview Guide.Pdf · waapa.ecu.edu.au

Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Spring 2027 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Dance

In-Person Audition

Participate in a classical ballet class and a contemporary dance class

Perform a one-minute solo of your own choreography

Bring solo music on a phone or laptop

Attire

Leotard and tights for ballet

Footless tights for contemporary

Soft ballet shoes for the ballet class

Additional Materials

Questionnaire (Required)

Completed seven-page medical questionnaire and physiotherapist examination form, signed by an independent medical practitioner and dance-experienced physiotherapist and attached to the Acceptd application

Video Specifications

Remote Video Audition

Complete the demonstrated ballet and contemporary class exercises

Rest between exercises and sections is allowed, but do not edit individual components

Include a one-minute solo of your own contemporary choreography

Dance Audition And Interview Guide.Pdf · waapa.ecu.edu.au

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through ECU's applicant portal by September 25, 2026

ECU then emails a unique link to complete the audition application in Acceptd

Submit Acceptd supporting materials no later than two weeks after the application deadline

Arrange an independent physiotherapy screening; allow AUD 65–85

Academic and English entry requirements also apply

Transfer Pathway

Current ECU Advanced Diploma of Professional Dance students have a published continuation route into the BA Dance course, subject to the BA audition.

Bachelor Of Arts Dance · ecu.edu.au

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Live auditions run approximately 4–5 hours and applicants should remain for the full session

Online auditions are available for remote, regional, or international applicants and for applicants unable to travel because of injury or illness

Interviews are requested only if the panel needs information beyond the Acceptd application

Scholarship Info

Scholarships

ECU and WAAPA publish scholarships for eligible domestic and international students

School info

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

A$9,550

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

A$40,650

Before aid

Bachelor Of Arts Dance · ecu.edu.au College Scorecard

Training

Three-year contemporary dance degree emphasizing choreography and creative practice

Primary study includes contemporary dance, ballet, performance, repertoire, and choreography

Electives may include yoga, tumbling, acting, aerial, cultural dance, and somatic studies

Performance & Productions

Two major performance seasons each year with Australian and international choreographers

Semester exchange, study abroad, and short industry placement opportunities

Updated Sep 16, 6:35 PM

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