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Contemporary Dance

Contemporary Dance is a vibrant, ever-evolving art form that celebrates the depth and diversity of human expression.

At Unitec you’ll find yourself at the cutting edge of Contemporary Dance in Aotearoa, embracing creativity, innovation, and artistry.

Explore your options

Discover the artistry within you at Unitec Dance. Engage in rigorous studio classes that sharpen your skills across diverse disciplines, including Contemporary Dance, Street Dance, Ballet, Choreography, Improvisation, Haka Toi Aotearoa, and Professional Practice.
Guided by Aotearoa’s top industry experts, you’ll refine your craft, embrace innovation, and prepare for a thriving career in dance. 

Studying at Unitec means becoming part of the largest film and performing arts department in Aotearoa. Here, your training goes beyond the dance floor—you’ll gain hands-on experience in creative collaborations, sound and music design, dance film, costume creation, and lighting.
This one-of-a-kind environment mirrors the real-world dance industry, giving you the tools and confidence to hit the ground running as you embark on your professional journey.

Programmes and study path

Start with a programme that suits your qualifications and/or experience, then progress to a level that achieves your goals.
PROGRAMME LEVEL DURATION CAREER OPTIONS START DATES
Bachelor of Performing and Screen Arts (Contemporary Dance) 7 Full-time for three years Professional dancer, Choreographer, Dance and performance artist, Dance teacher, Performing arts manager, Arts administrator February
Postgraduate Certificate in Creative Practice 8 Six months full-time or one year part-time Artist, Art director, Product designer, Graphic designer, Director, Photographer, Experience designer, Producer, Sculptor, Visual artist, Performance designer, Service designer, Curator, Choreographer, Filmmaker February or July
Postgraduate Diploma in Creative Practice 8 Full-time for one year or part-time for two years Artist, Creative director, Curator, Digital artist, Director, Graphic designer, Photographer, Producer, Visual artist, Choreographer February or July
Master of Creative Practice 9 Full-time for 18 months or part-time for three years Artist, Art director, Product designer, Graphic designer, Director, Photographer, Experience designer, Producer, Production designer, Sculptor, Visual artist, Performance designer, Service designer, Curator, Actor for theatre, film and television, Choreographer, Filmmaker February or July