
Diploma in Bharatanatyam Dance
The Diploma program seeks to instill both practical and theoretical knowledge in Bharatanatyam dance repertoire. Students will learn complex movement phrases in different rhythmic measures, to gain expertise and proficiency to perform challenging aspects in Bharatanatyam.
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Requirements :
Duration: One Year (2 semesters per year)
Required Hours: 255 Hours
Required Units: Total of 5 courses (4 core mandatory and 1 electives)
This program does not require internship or externship.
General Admission Requirements:
- A high school diploma or GED is required
- Practical dance experience of at least 4 years, which will be determined by University Faculty screening or assessment.
Program Curriculum:
Core Courses:
- DBN 301: History, Origin & Development of Sadir to Bharatanatyam - 3 credit units
- DBN 302: Nayaka and Nayika - 3 credit units
- DBN 303: Practical Dance- 3 credit units
- DBN 304: Bhakthi Movement and It’s Influence on Bharatanatyam - 3 credit units
Electives Courses:
- DBN 401: Folk Dance forms of Tamilnadu – 3 credit units
- DBN 402: An Overview of the Dasarupakas, Nirupanas and Bhagavatamelas - 3 credit units
A student enrolled in the diploma program is evaluated using the following methods/metrics: -Final exam at the end of each course -Mid Term exam at the mid-point of the course -Assignment -Quizzes
Students will be awarded the diploma after they earn an overall combined GPA of 2.0 based on the evaluation weightages across the various methods/metrics.
Tuition Fees :
Estimated Program Costs: $6,000.00 including Tuition ($5,400.00), Application Fee, Books, Registration Fees, etc.
Apply Process :
Contact our Admissions Team: admissions@uofsa.edu