BA (Hons) Commercial Dance

Minimum 104 Tariff points A/AS Level excluding General Studies

including a Distinction and Merit profile

Minimum 24 points including 6 in English at a Higher Level

Minimum 104 points from 5 Higher Level subjects

All students complete a written application and are practically auditioned by a process which enables the audition panel to assess prospective student´s abilities in a number of the core dance techniques key to the programme. This is followed by a one-to-one interview with the Programme Leader or another member of the programme team. Within the interview their academic knowledge of and interest in the subject area are explored. Their language skills and capacity to successfully complete the programme will be evaluated. The key attributes that are looked for are: Knowledge, ability and experience Technical and creative potential in practical skills Musicality and rhythmic understanding A level of physicality and fitness to be able to cope with the demands of the programme Enthusiasm, broad interest and engagement with the audition and subject area Ability to work effectively with others Self-awareness and determination to succeed GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above or, an IELTs 6.0 or equivalent SELT score is a requirement for entry to the programme. 

IAB is an equal opportunities organisation and aims to successfully recruit globally based students from a wide range of different socio-economic and personal backgrounds. We recognise and celebrate diversity in our academic community.

Recognition of prior (Experiential Learning (RP(E)L) and credit transfer Evidence of prior successful completion of a complete level of study may be considered for direct entry to levels 5 or 6. You are required to complete an application, provide the evidence and where equivalence can be confirmed and is supported by the IAB, your request will be submitted to LJMU for their consideration and potential approval.

We welcome applications from mature students,.  Given the wide range of backgrounds, qualifications and experience that mature applicants may offer, entry requirements are not necessarily rigid and can vary from one individual to another.  Substantial experience in your chosen area of interest can be accepted instead of formal qualifications.  You should make your experience clear in your application.