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Northern School of Contemporary Dance

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

25-40 StudentsStudy Abroad

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

25-40 StudentsStudy Abroad

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BA (Hons) Dance: Choreography, Producing and Teaching

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

25-40 StudentsStudy Abroad

Program Recognition

Interdisciplinary degree combining choreography, dance production, teaching, and creative practice

Four training strands: Creative and Contextual Studies, Physical Practice, Producing Creative Practice, and Dance Teaching

Approximately 30 places per intake

Training

Train at England's only dance conservatoire outside London

Industry-standard studios and on-site Riley Theatre

Professional placement opportunities in Year 3

Independent study hours built into the curriculum for flexible learning

Professional Development

Graduates prepared for careers as choreographers, producers, arts managers, teachers, and dance educators

Dance business, fundraising, and entrepreneurship training in Year 3

Teaching placements across primary, further, and higher education contexts

School info

Snapshot

Continuation

86%

1 yr after entry

Enrollment

270

Costs & aid

Home tuition & fees

£10,050

Home students · 2027-2028

International tuition & fees

£20,160

overseas students · 2027-2028

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Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Interdisciplinary degree combining choreography, dance production, teaching, and creative practice

Four training strands: Creative and Contextual Studies, Physical Practice, Producing Creative Practice, and Dance Teaching

Approximately 30 places per intake

Training

Train at England's only dance conservatoire outside London

Industry-standard studios and on-site Riley Theatre

Professional placement opportunities in Year 3

Independent study hours built into the curriculum for flexible learning

Professional Development

Graduates prepared for careers as choreographers, producers, arts managers, teachers, and dance educators

Dance business, fundraising, and entrepreneurship training in Year 3

Teaching placements across primary, further, and higher education contexts

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Interdisciplinary degree combining choreography, dance production, teaching, and creative practice

Four training strands: Creative and Contextual Studies, Physical Practice, Producing Creative Practice, and Dance Teaching

Approximately 30 places per intake

Training

Train at England's only dance conservatoire outside London

Industry-standard studios and on-site Riley Theatre

Professional placement opportunities in Year 3

Independent study hours built into the curriculum for flexible learning

Professional Development

Graduates prepared for careers as choreographers, producers, arts managers, teachers, and dance educators

Dance business, fundraising, and entrepreneurship training in Year 3

Teaching placements across primary, further, and higher education contexts

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

£20

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Fee

Audition Fee

£20

Deadline

Application DeadlineMar 17, 2027

Auditions

In-Person Audition (NSCD, Leeds)

Feb 19, 2027Apr 2, 2027

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Video audition application deadlineMar 17, 2027

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Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 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

Improvisation and icebreaker session

Creative choreography workshop

Dance analysis and critique session

Video Audition

Creative/improvisation task (max 2 minutes)

Submission of own choreographic work (solo, duet, or group piece)

Dance analysis: watch a specified performance and respond to questions on composition, theme, aesthetics, and production elements

Additional Materials

Headshot (Required)

Passport-style photo accepted

Does not need to be a professional headshot

Statement (Required)

What are your future dance ambitions? (up to 250 words)

What is your biggest artistic inspiration? (up to 250 words)

What excites you about training at NSCD? (up to 250 words)

Video (Required for Video Audition)

Provide a single YouTube or Vimeo link as part of the online application

Include the program's required video audition tasks from the NSCD guidance

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via NSCD's online portal (HEI Apply)

Video auditions must be submitted with the application

Eligibility

Five GCSEs at grade C/4+ including English Language, plus two A-Levels or L3 BTEC National Diploma (or equivalent)

Exceptions for 17-year-olds who have not completed A-Levels

Equivalent overseas qualifications accepted

International applicants require CEFR B2 English proficiency

Admission Pathway

Direct entry into BA2 or BA3 is possible for advanced students (limited places, subject to availability and suitability)

Important Notes

Application fee waivers available for households under 25,000 GBP annual income

Also available for care leavers and estranged or adopted students

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Single audition: in person at NSCD or by video submission

Video auditions must be submitted at the same time as the application

Full-day format (approximately 10:30 to 15:45)

Includes group discussion

Auditions at NSCD, 98 Chapeltown Road, Leeds LS7 4BH

Include verbal discussion (max 4 minutes): respond to tasks and explain reasons for wanting to train at NSCD

Post-Enrollment

Creativity and curiosity

Critical awareness and self-reflection

Versatility across creative work, production, and contextual studies

Collaboration and group working ability

Outcomes

Results within 2-3 weeks of in-person audition

Video outcomes during January, March, or April

Possible outcomes: offer (3 weeks to accept), shortlist, or no offer

School info

Snapshot

Continuation

86%

1 yr after entry

Enrollment

270

Costs & aid

Home tuition & fees

£10,050

Home students · 2027-2028

International tuition & fees

£20,160

overseas students · 2027-2028

Undergraduate · nscd.ac.uk Discover Uni

Program Recognition

Interdisciplinary degree combining choreography, dance production, teaching, and creative practice

Four training strands: Creative and Contextual Studies, Physical Practice, Producing Creative Practice, and Dance Teaching

Approximately 30 places per intake

Training

Train at England's only dance conservatoire outside London

Industry-standard studios and on-site Riley Theatre

Professional placement opportunities in Year 3

Independent study hours built into the curriculum for flexible learning

Professional Development

Graduates prepared for careers as choreographers, producers, arts managers, teachers, and dance educators

Dance business, fundraising, and entrepreneurship training in Year 3

Teaching placements across primary, further, and higher education contexts

Updated Sep 27, 3:30 PM