Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)

Audition requirements

All applicants must participate in an audition. We highly recommend you have prior training in contemporary dance and other dance techniques including those of non-Western lineages.

The video audition involves submitting four short video files:

• Short introduction talking to camera
• Demonstration of classwork and technique
• Set movement phrase
• One minute solo

Detailed video audition guidelines will be available in the supplementary application form.

You will be assessed against the following criteria by the selection panel:

• Evidence of advanced skills in physical thinking
• Embodied literacy in diverse styles and approaches to dance practice and performance
• Kinaesthetic awareness of self
• Ability to contribute to the creative process
• Creative autonomy and agency.

Interview

In the callback interview, applicants will be assessed on:

• Interest and motivation for undertaking the course
• Expectations, future visions and whether these match the program
• Ability to articulate dance goals and have insight into how to achieve these
• Understanding of dance as an art form and its significance and potential in the cultural and arts field and in relation to other arts.