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Professional Commercial Dance & Performance (Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works)

  • BA (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works
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2026-2027
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Course summary

The BA (Hons) in Professional Commercial Dance & Performance is a specialized three-year degree designed to prepare aspiring dancers for a dynamic career in the commercial dance industry. This rigorous program focuses exclusively on commercial dance, providing in-depth technical training across key dance genres including jazz, hip-hop and contemporary.

Key features of the program include:

​Extensive practical skills development in various dance styles.

Numerous performance opportunities to demonstrate and refine acquired skills.

Academic coursework to deepen understanding of the dance industry's contextual and critical aspects.

Insight into the historical and cultural developments specific to commercial dance.

In the first year, students build a solid foundation in core dance techniques, which paves the way for more focused training in the final two years tailored to their career goals. The program progressively intensifies, enabling students to master the complex skills needed for sustained success in the performing arts. Graduates not only leave with refined performance skills but also the comprehensive educational qualifications of a full BA (Hons) degree, preparing them for a broad spectrum of future opportunities in and beyond dance.

This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
DBPC
Institution code:
B94
Campus name:
Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works
Campus Code:
W
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
DBPC
Institution code:
B94
Campus name:
Dancebox Studios and Theatre Works
Campus Code:
W

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
88 - 112 points

Additional entry requirements

Audition
Interview

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6We require an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element lower that 5.5) or a recognised equivalent.
If English is not your first language or if you have studied in a non-majority English-speaking country, then you will typically be required to demonstrate your English language ability (speaking, listening, reading & writing) by way of a test such as IELTS.

BNU English Language Requirementshttps://www.bnu.ac.uk/study/general-entry-requirements

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We aim to cultivate an environment where individuality, diversity, and academic excellence thrive.
Our decision-making process is not just about grades; we assess the entire application, including personal statements, relevant experience and where appropriate portfolios. Within our Contextual Offer Scheme, we strive to embrace students whose educational and social backgrounds may have influenced their academic journey.
This underpins how we champion an inclusive community that transforms lives.

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Buckinghamshire New University tuition fees cover the cost of instruction, assessment, and core academic materials. However, additional costs may be incurred for course-related items or requirements, such as, but not limited to:

  • Text books and supplementary reading materials
  • Specialised equipment or resources required for specific courses
  • Field trips, placements, or external activities
  • Printing, photocopying, and binding
  • Accommodation, travel, and living expenses

Additional costs will vary by course. It is your responsibility as a student to budget for any additional expenses associated with your studies.

For further details on what is included in your tuition fees, please check bnu.ac.uk/fees-and-funding

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