VOCATIONAL DANCE TRAININGVocational Dance TrainingAdvanced Diploma of DanceInstitution: The Australian Ballet School Course Description: A three year vocational course for gifted students wishing to enter the dance profession. The course has an emphasis on classical ballet. Major Studies: Classical Ballet; Pas de Deux; Contemporary Dance; Character Dance; Repertoire; Applied Theoretical Studies. Entry Requirements: Entry is by audition only. Course Duration: 3 years full-time. Commences in January each year. Mode of Study: Full time only. Accreditation Details: State Training Board of Victoria Articulation: No formal articulation currently exists however students have been granted credit for other dance courses. Career Outcomes: Opportunities exist for employment in professional dance companies in Australia and overseas. Course Fees: $2,500 (in 2000) Contact: The Administrator Tel (03) 9684 8600 or e-mail ask@austballetschool.com.au Junior SchoolInstitution: The Australian Ballet School Course Description: Vocational dance training with ballet as the primary focus. There are 6 levels of training in Junior School - Preps (age 8/9) and Levels 1 - 5 covering ages 10 - 15. Full time Level 5 includes dance training and academic Year 10. Major Studies: Classical Ballet; Character Dance; Contemporary Dance; Pas de Deux; Performance Classes; Allied Studies in Pilates, Music, Psychology, Nutrition; Art Appreciation. Entry Requirements: Entry is by audition. Course Duration: February to mid-December each year. Mode of Study: Part-time, Levels Prep - 4 (after school hours and Saturdays). Level 5 - daily including Saturdays. Career Outcomes: Opportunity to advance your training by graduating into the Advance Diploma of Dance course at The Australian Ballet School. Contact: Leigh Rowles Tel (03) 9684 8600 or E-mail ask@austballetschool.com.au |