StudyQA — Bachelor: Dance Emphasis — California State University (Page 10)

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The Dance Emphasis program at California State University offers students an comprehensive and dynamic curriculum designed to develop their technical skills, artistic expression, and understanding of dance as an art form. This program caters to students passionate about exploring various dance styles, including contemporary, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and world dance forms, providing them with a versatile foundation to pursue careers in performance, choreography, teaching, or dance administration. Students engage in rigorous coursework that combines practical technique classes, performance labs, and theoretical studies, fostering both individual artistry and collaborative skills essential for success in the dance industry. The program emphasizes hands-on experience through student performances, master classes with renowned guest artists, and opportunities for internships in local theater companies and dance organizations. Faculty experts, many of whom are active professionals in the dance community, guide students through personalized mentoring, ensuring development tailored to their artistic goals. Additionally, the program includes coursework in dance history, anatomy, and dance production, offering a well-rounded educational experience. State-of-the-art facilities, such as modern dance studios and performance venues, provide an ideal environment for practice and presentation. Graduates of the Dance Emphasis program are well-prepared for graduate studies, professional dance careers, or further training in related fields. The program fosters a vibrant artistic community where students can collaborate, innovate, and showcase their talents. With a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and artistic excellence, California State University’s Dance Emphasis program prepares students to contribute meaningfully to the evolving world of dance.

Dance Emphasis - 27 units
PADA 151 Conditining for Dancers 3
PADA 253 Jazz Dance 3
PADA 254 Modern Dance I 3
PADA 255 Dance Composition and Improvisation 3
PADA 332 Dance in History 3
PADA 353 Jazz Dance II 3
PADA 354 Modern Dance II 3
PADA 455 Advanced Technique of Contemporary Dance Forms 3
PADA 458 Dance Ensemble 3

Performing Arts elective courses:

Note: Some courses listed as electives are required in one of the emphases but remain electives for the other two emphases.)
PA 101 Introduction to the Performing Arts 3
PA 202 Integrating Dance, Music and Theatre 3
PA 335 Business and the Performing Arts 3
PA 350 Audience and Performance Studies 3
PA 360 Musical Theatre 3
PA 383 Scenic Design 3
PA 384 Costume Design 3
PA 391 Production 3 (Repeatable for up to 12 units)
PA 436 Physics of Performing Arts 3
PA 490 Special Topics 3 (Repeatable for up to 6 units)
PA 492 Internship in Performing Arts 1-3 (Repeatable for up to 6 units)
PA 494 Independent Study 1-3 (Repeatable for up to 6 units)
PADA 151 Conditioning for Dancers 2
PADA 253 Jazz Dance I 2
PADA 254 Modern Dance I 2
PADA 255 Dance Composition and Improvisation 3
PADA 332 Dance in History 3
PADA 353 Jazz Dance II 3
PADA 354 Modern Dance II 3
PADA 455 Advanced Technique of Contemporary Dance Forms 3
PADA 458 Dance Ensemble 3
PAMU 100 Music Appreciation 3
PAMU 109 Private Lessons 1
PAMU 161 Music Fundamentals 3
PAMU 200 History of Rock 3
PAMU 202 Group Guitar Lessons 2
PAMU 203 Group Voice Lessons 2
PAMU 231 The Beatles: Music, Fashion and Culture 3
PAMU 243 Teaching Music to Children 3
PAMU 261 Music Theory 3
PAMU 307 University Chorus 1
PAMU 308 University Orchestra 1
PAMU 309 Private Lessons 1
PAMU 330 Jazz in America 3
PAMU 332 World Music 3
PAMU 333 The Varieties of Musical Experience 3
PAMU 335 The Physics of Music 3
PAMU 336 Art and Music: Dissonance, Diversity and Continuity 3
PAMU 337 Music in History 3
PAMU 432 Arts of the Harlem Renaissance 3
PAMU 435 The Music Museum 3
PATH 280 Acting I 3
PATH 281 Play Analysis 3
PATH 332 Teaching Dramatic Literature 3
PATH 333 Multicultural Drama in Performance/ Production 3
PATH 334 Spanish Language Drama and Theatre 3
PATH 338 Theatre in History 3
PATH 341 Modern American Drama and Theatre 3
PATH 342 Modern British and European Drama and Theatre 3
PATH 343 Teaching Drama to Children 3
PATH 344 World Drama and Theatre 3
PATH 380 Acting II 3
PATH 382 Directing 3
PATH 410 Shakespeare’s Plays 3
PATH 412 Drama of Ancient Greece 3
PATH 444 Original Practice in Renaissance Drama 3
PATH 463 Writing for the Stage and Screen 3

International Freshmen Checklist

International Transfer Checklist

Financial Affidavit for Undergraduate applicants

Submit all application documents to the Center for International Affairs.

*Transfer Students: We are currently accepting applications from all community colleges in the U.S. Please make sure that you have at least 60 units and have completed “Oral communication”, “Written communication”, “Critical thinking” and “College level mathematics/quantitative reasoning” with “C” or better. Please note that the Nursing programs are closed for international students.

English Score

Submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or other acceptable test (see below for list of tests). Scores must be sent directly to CSUCI from testing agency.

Acceptable English Placement Exams

TOEFL – Test of English as a Foreign Language with a minimum Paper-Based score of 500, a minimum Computer Based score of 173 or a minimum Internet Based score of 61.

IELTS – International English Language Test System with an overall band score of 6.0.

*Transfer students: It’s not necessary to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score if you have completed the required Freshman Composition Class at your community college.