BA (Hons) Early Childhood and Dance

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduating with a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood and Dance from Liverpool Hope University opens up a multitude of exciting career opportunities that blend expertise in early childhood education with a passion for dance. 

Early Childhood Dance Educator: Graduates can pursue careers as early childhood dance educators, working in preschools, daycare centers, or early years settings. They integrate dance into the curriculum, plan and lead age-appropriate dance activities, and foster children's physical, emotional, and cognitive development through movement and expression.

Dance Teacher: Graduates can become dance teachers, offering classes and workshops to children, adolescents, or adults in dance studios, community centers, or schools. They teach a variety of dance styles, develop lesson plans, and provide instruction in technique, choreography, and performance skills, inspiring students to explore their creativity and passion for dance.

Choreographer: Graduates can work as choreographers, creating original dance works for performances, productions, or events. They conceptualize movement sequences, select music and costumes, and collaborate with dancers to bring their artistic vision to life, expressing ideas, emotions, and narratives through dance.

Dance Therapist: Graduates can pursue careers as dance therapists, using movement and dance as a form of therapy to promote healing, self-expression, and emotional well-being. They work with individuals or groups in healthcare, mental health, or community settings, facilitating therapeutic interventions that address physical, emotional, or psychological issues.

Community Dance Practitioner: Graduates can become community dance practitioners, leading dance projects and outreach programs in diverse community settings such as schools, hospitals, or prisons. They use dance as a tool for social inclusion, empowerment, and community building, engaging participants of all ages and backgrounds in creative expression and collaborative learning.

Arts Administrator: Graduates can work as arts administrators for dance organizations, festivals, or educational institutions. They manage programs, events, and resources, coordinate logistics, and liaise with stakeholders to ensure the smooth operation of dance initiatives and the promotion of dance education and performance opportunities.

Dance Outreach Coordinator: Graduates can become dance outreach coordinators, developing and implementing outreach initiatives that bring dance into underserved communities or marginalized populations. They collaborate with community partners, secure funding, and design programs that address specific needs and promote access to dance for all.

Dance Researcher: Graduates can pursue careers as dance researchers, conducting studies and scholarly inquiries into various aspects of dance education, practice, or theory. They analyze trends, contribute to academic journals, and present findings at conferences, advancing knowledge and understanding of the role of dance in early childhood development and beyond.