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Stella Mann College offers a three year course for performers, coupled with the opportunity to study recognised teaching qualifications. Any student who graduates after completing the three-year course is awarded the Stella Mann College Diploma, and any student who achieves two teaching qualifications whilst studying at the College receives the Stella Mann College Teaching Diploma. In order to study the teaching qualification courses, you are required to obtain the related dance examinations in order to be permitted to enter for the teaching qualification. This is a requirement of the examining bodies. Please note that teaching qualification choices may be limited by demand.
The college also offers students the opportunity to study for the National Diploma in Professional Dance or Musical Theatre, both of which are validated by Trinity College, London, which are Level 6 NQF qualifications. It is compulsory for Dance and Drama Award students to study for one of the National Diploma qualifications.The National Diploma is monitored throughout the course, with external assessors from Trinity College making their final judgements in your third year. All students are assessed throughout the year during assessment weeks, which are scheduled at least twice a year.
The college curriculum is designed to offer a focused, practical programme, which reflects the requirements of the profession.
All students will study all the subjects below, specialising in the 3rd year when Diploma choices have been made.
Jazz
Classical Ballet
Contemporary
Tap
Musical Theatre
Singing
Acting
Partner work – males from year 1 and females in their 3rd year
Teacher training is offered at present in addition the above and is not compulsory.
In addition, students will study:
Contextual Studies
Insurance for Performers
Management of Finances and Self-Assessment
Equity
Grooming
Careers preparation - CV's, portfolios, agencies etc.
Audition Technique
Nutrition
Anatomy
Injury prevention and management
Additional workshops and lectures are arranged on a regular basis to broaden the students' knowledge. Many of the teachers are active in the profession and bring first-hand knowledge to the College. Other teachers have years of teaching experience and this mix provides the widest range of teaching methodology.
Please note Stella Mann College reserves the right to alter and amend the course and its location at its own discretion, with due notice.
Supported Learning
Any student in need of learning support should inform the office.
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