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Dance,
EDM
The Department of Dance offers programs of study leading to the Master of Education, Master of Fine Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. All students are expected to develop a command of the discipline of dance, including its modes as a performing art and a medium of inquiry. The department's mission places high value on the role of dance in a pluralistic, multicultural society.
Campus
Location:
Main Campus
Although all of the department courses are offered on main campus, students may take the out-of-department credits on another campus.
Students are able to complete the degree program through classes offered before and after 4:30 p.m. Students able to complete the degree program on a part-time basis (8 credit hours or less per semester).
Department
Information
Temple University, Department of Dance, 309 Vivacqua Hall(062-62),
1700 N. Broad St.,
Philadelphia, PA 19122-0843
215-204-8710
Ranking:
The graduate programs are ranked among the top twelve in the nation as determined by the Dance Career Guide. The Doctor of Philosophy program is one out of four programs in the country and the Master of Education program is the only such program in the US.
Accreditation:
True
The Ed.M. in Dance is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD).
Areas
of Specialization:
The Master of Education degree emphasizes both theoretical and practical training in the pedagogical, administrative, and creative dimensions of Dance Studies. Particular emphasis is given to preparing students for professional work in dance advocacy and the development of dance curriculum.
Job
Placement:
Graduates perform and choreograph with companies throughout the world, teach at all levels of education, serve as arts administrators and policy-makers for the arts, and publish extensively.
Affiliation(s):
Interdisciplinary
Study :
The program encourages interdisciplinary coursework, research, and interactions among faculty and students with interests in music, music therapy, education, theater arts, media arts, women’s studies, Jewish studies, African American studies, anthropology, history, etc.
Study
Abroad:
Licensure:
False
Non-degree
Student Policy:
Non-matriculated students are able to take technique classes and some core coursework with permission of the instructor and the Department Chairperson. If accepted into the program, those courses may be applied toward the degree program.
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