GCSE Dance

GCSE Dance focuses on the aesthetic and artistic qualities of dance and the use of dance movement as a medium of expression and communication in the performance, creation and appreciation of dance. The content has been chosen for the way in which it enables candidates to develop knowledge, skills and understanding of creating and interpreting images/ideas/concepts embodied in dance development. The study of dance works, including those of the professional repertoire, within artistic and social contexts, is an essential component in the development of this understanding. A course based on this specification should encourage candidates to:

Develop understanding and appreciation of a range of dance styles.
Develop aesthetic and artistic sensibility to dance works.
Develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to perform, choreograph and appreciate dance including an awareness of its artistic contexts.
Develop life-skills and attributes including decision making, critical and creative thinking, aesthetic sensitivity and the ability to co-operate with others.

Special features

Opportunity to keep dancing and study dance
Continuity from the previous AQA syllabus
Opportunities for generating evidence for key skills

Specification at a Glance

Written paper

2 hours – 20% of the total marks
Short and extended answer questions

Set Study

Practical examination – 20% of the total marks
Performance of a dance of approximately one minute

Performance and Choreography
Coursework – 60% of the total marks

Performance of duo/group dance 20%
Choreography 30%
Expanded programme note 10%

Co-Educational Day School and Boarding from 0-18 years