Investigate and experience the transformational role of dance in diverse community contexts in this specialised research programme. Programme overview The Master of Community Dance activates the role of dance in interrogating local and international societal concerns. As identified by UNESCO, such concerns may include sustainability, cultural diversity, equity and peace. You’ll develop and sustain critically driven research that you find personally and professionally challenging and stimulating. You will gain in-depth understanding of the principles, concepts and ideas that define community dance theory and practice. Along with advanced specialist knowledge of community dance you will gain skills that will equip you for employment, global citizenship and community involvement. Programme structure The MCommDance is part of our dual masters programme with the Beijing Dance Academy, Beijing, China. Your self-directed study will be supported by our award-winning and internationally renowned staff who are successful practitioners and scholars. They are passionate about supporting your individual research ambitions. Your supervisor will provoke your thinking, challenging you to consider multiple perspectives as you investigate your personal research topic into community dance and work towards producing your 35,000-40,000 word thesis. Thesis: 120 points Where could this programme take you? Postgraduate study boosts your potential to build a sustainable career in academia and research, contributing to influential community projects at a national and global level. Jobs related to this programme Academic Arts administrator/manager/director Community dance practitioner – dancer, choreographer, teacher Cultural adviser and educator Regional council community facilitator Researcher Youth work in community groups (eg Police, church groups, Iwi networks etc) Further study options Doctor of Philosophy Creative practice