Drexel University

USA
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Dance and Education

Offered at Drexel University, USA
FieldBS/MS Dance & Education
Duration5 years
Tuition61842.00

Overview

The BS/MS in Dance and Education is an accelerated pathway that combines advanced dance training with graduate-level preparation for teaching. In the final stage, students complete requirements to pursue initial Pennsylvania teacher certification for PreK–4.

About this programme

Overview

The BS/MS in Dance and Education at Drexel University offers an accelerated pathway that merges advanced dance training with graduate-level preparation for teaching. This program is designed for students who aspire to integrate their passion for dance with a career in education, culminating in the pursuit of initial Pennsylvania teacher certification for PreK–4 in the final stage.

What you'll study

This program features a unique structure where students first complete undergraduate coursework in Dance through the Department of Performing Arts, followed by a fifth year to obtain a Master of Science in Teaching, Learning and Curriculum from the School of Education.

Sample course areas include:

  • Survey of Dance and Movement Therapy
  • Dance Pedagogy I: Dance Pedagogy
  • Dance Composition I
  • Twentieth Century Dance
  • Dance Kinesiology

The graduate stage focuses on coursework and program requirements in teaching, learning, and curriculum that are essential for initial teacher certification. Assessment typically involves program-required evaluations and the completion of necessary coursework.

Entry requirements

Applicants should be prepared to submit the following:

  • Undergraduate Admissions Application
  • Application fee
  • Personal essay
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Optional standardized test scores for most applicants
  • Portfolio showcasing relevant work
  • Writing supplement (required for specific majors)
  • Financial aid information
  • Proof of financial responsibility (for international applicants)

English language proficiency is required, with minimum scores of 79 on the TOEFL iBT or 6.5 on the IELTS.

Career prospects