MFA Dance Science
Course details
Introduction
Studying MFA Dance Science, you’ll be immersed in a 2-year research-focused postgraduate course, broadening the possibilities of dance science research and study. The diversity of experience and backgrounds of both students and faculty makes it a thriving and organic learning environment.
You will examine both the artform of dance and the science behind it. The first-year shares module content with students on MSc Dance Science, whilst an extended independent project forms your second year, giving you the opportunity to direct your learning through extended research
Key Features
This course is designed to assist professionals, practitioners and graduates from both dance or science related areas to investigate the intersections between science and dance. We tailor teaching to your specific interests and career goals to enhance your understanding, application, and dissemination of dance science research in the context of dance practice and performance.
Our Dance Science team is internationally known in the field and work with professional companies and organisations around the world. Trinity Laban is a founding partner of the National Institute of Dance Medicine and Science (NIDMS) and a supporter of the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science (IADMS).
MFA Dance Science at Trinity Laban is likely to appeal to you if you want to pursue a career in higher education, especially where a terminal degree is required. Our graduates go on to become consultants for dance companies, training institutions and national dance organisations. Some pursue further study at PhD level. Others use their dance science knowledge to inform their practice as dancers, teachers, rehearsal directors or choreographers.
Key Facts
- UCAS
- 500M
- Duration
- 2 years (full-time)
- Location
- Laban Building
- Start Date
- September 2025
Fees
2025-26
- Audition fee
- No charge
- MFA Dance Science (Full-time)
- Home £6,350 International £14,320
- Info
- Fees represent 2025/26 year only, programmes with more than one year are subject to fee increases after the first year
Key Dates
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Submission deadline
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Induction (2025-26)
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Term 1 (Autumn)
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Term 2 (Spring)
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CoLab
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Term 3 (Summer)
Detailed Information
Modules on the Dance Science Masters include, Approaches to Performance Research, Foundations in Performance Science, Performing Research, Applications in Dance Science and an Extended Project.
You’ll engage with qualitative, quantitative, and mixed modes of research, preparing you to translate theory and skills to practice. You’ll experience a variety of flexible learning and teaching methods, including webinars, seminars, digital and practical workshops, group and individual tutorials, mini-conference days, studio-and lab-based application, as well as independent and self-directed work.
During your studies, assessments are specifically designed with your employability skills in mind, aiming to reflect the knowledge and skills required of graduates entering the dance science sector. These tasks include a group project lab report, poster presentations, a case study, and culminates with a written journal article.
The MFA Dance Science consists of approximately 2600 notional learning hours.
Entry Requirements
If you have prior dance experience and are interested in investigating the science and art of dance, we’d love to hear from you.
To study with us you’ll need to:
Demonstrate your capacity to undertake independent self-directed research over an extended period of time.
Propose a research question that warrants the depth and breadth of an extended project timeframe.
Have an appropriate first degree (or an equivalent qualification) or 5 years’ professional experience in a relevant discipline.
We will follow the Institution’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process, if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements.
English Language requirements (if applicable)
IELTS Band 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in all four areas (General English Test) or above (or equivalents).
If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, please be aware of its English language requirements, as they may differ. Secure English Language Tests and levels can be found at gov.uk . Meeting external requirements of UK Visas and Immigration is essential.
You can visit the Applications page for full details of entry requirements and the application process for this programme.
Staff
Teaching Staff
Catherine Haber
Programme Leader
Berenice Zammit
Lecturer in Dance
Dr Lucia Piquero
Lecturer in Dance
André Fabien Francis
Lecturer in Dance
Dr James Brouner
Lecturer in Dance Science
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