Graduate Bulletin

Dance, Ed.M.

Center for the Arts / BOYER COLLEGE OF MUSIC AND DANCE

Admission Requirements and Deadlines

Application Deadline:

Fall: January 15

All department and university application materials must be received by the Dance Department. Attendance at the department audition is required. After acceptance at the department level, final review of all application materials is made by the Boyer College of Music and Dance.

A supplemental application, which is required, can be obtained by emailing dance@temple.edu.

* * Last semester of APPLICATION is Spring 2013.

No applications will be accepted for

Fall 2013 and beyond. * *

APPLY ONLINE to this graduate program.

Letters of Reference:

Number Required: 3

From Whom: Letters of recommendation should be obtained from qualified representatives of academic or professional communities in dance.

Coursework Required for Admission Consideration:

Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0; an undergraduate degree in dance or equivalent professional experience; and a curriculum vitae that details experience in dance, art, education, scholarship, and/or public leadership.

Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:

 A baccalaureate degree is required.

Statement of Goals:

The Statement of Goals should address how the applicant's experience and education have prepared the individual for advanced study in dance and how the degree will support her/his professional goals. It should be 3-5 typed pages in length.

Standardized Test Scores:

The GRE/MAT is required. Scores should be at the 50th percentile or above, whether the GRE or MAT is taken.

Minimum TOEFL score needed to be accepted: 79 iBT or 550 PBT.

Audition:

The audition includes a technique class with portions taught by several members of the faculty and a formal presentation by the applicant, based on her/his background and research interest, on a topic that the applicant wishes to study.

Interview:

All applicants will be interviewed by the admissions committee at the audition.

Resume:

A resume is required.

Transfer Credit:

Graduate credits from an accredited institution may be transferred into a master's program. The Ed.M. Coordinator will make all decisions regarding the transfer of credits with approval from the Department Chair. The maximum number of credits a student may transfer is 6.

Test Waivers:

International students can be accepted without attending the audition, if their video and other supporting documents give adequate evidence of excellence.

Program Requirements

General Program Requirements:

Number of Didactic Credits Required Beyond the Baccalaureate: 38

Required Courses:

CULTURAL STUDIES TRACK:

Core Courses:

DANC 8805:  The Dancer and the Dance Medium

DANC 8806:  The Creative Process and the Dance Symbol

DANC 8852:  Non-Western Dance Traditions

DANC 8865:  Dance Science and Somatics

DANC 8869:  Dance Teaching Seminar

DANC 8871:  Apprenticeship in Teaching Dance

DANC 8874:  Foundations of Cultural Studies

DANC 8875:  Arts Advocacy

DANC 8877:  Dance Administration

DANC 8878:  Graduate Composition

DANC 9851:  Black Performance

DANC 9995/9996:  Master's Project or Master's Thesis

Technique/Repertory Course (3 s.h.)

Dance Electives:

DANC 8801:  Graduate Dance Repertory

Non-Dance Electives (3 s.h.)

DANCE EDUCATION STUDIES TRACK:

Core Courses:

DANC 8805:  The Dancer and the Dance Medium

DANC 8806:  The Creative Process and the Dance Symbol

DANC 8865:  Dance Science and Somatics

DANC 8869:  Dance Teaching Seminar

DANC 8871:  Apprenticeship in Teaching Dance

DANC 8874:  Foundations of Cultural Studies

DANC 8875:  Arts Advocacy

DANC 8877:  Dance Administration

DANC 8878:  Graduate Composition

DANC 9851:  Black Performance

DANC 9995/9996:  Master's Project or Master's Thesis

Technique/Repertory Course (3 s.h.)

Dance Electives (9 s.h.):

DANC 8801:  Graduate Dance Repertory

Dance Academic

Dance Curriculum

Non-Dance Electives (3 s.h.)

Internship: No internship is required.

Language Examination: No language examination is required.

Culminating Events:

Master's Project:

The Master's Project provides flexible alternatives for the student in designing a culminating experience for the master's degree. The project may be concerned with the design and application of policy or programs. It may be a film or videotape related specifically to the program of study, or it may be a lecture-demonstration. Some candidates connect their project development to "real-life" experiences, such as preparing to open a dance studio or choreographing/teaching in an area elementary or secondary school. Others write extensive papers that explore connections between theory and practice in arts education or public policy. If the candidate is interested in research, especially as it may provide direction toward a doctoral program, the project may involve scholarly research and data collection, but of a lesser magnitude than that normally required of a thesis.

Each Ed.M. project is presented in a formal setting at the end of the semester in which the project is completed. The presentation occurs in a classroom or conference room; is 20-25 minutes in length; and should be accompanied by multi-media support. Regardless of topic, a typed abstract must accompany the final project, be completed before the presentation, and distributed to all in attendance. This abstract is not to exceed four type-written, double-spaced pages. It provides an overview of the project for the department to keep on file. Specifics of organization can be determined with the project advisor.

Contacts

Program Contact Information:

www.temple.edu/boyer/dance

Department Information:

Department of Dance
1700 N. Broad Street, Suite 309
Philadelphia, PA 19122-0843

dance@temple.edu
215-204-8710

Department Contacts:

Admissions:

Mary Garcia
dance@temple.edu
215-204-0533

Program Coordinator:

Dr. Karen Bond

karen.bond@temple.edu

215-204-6280

Chairperson:

Dr. Sherril Dodds

sherril.dodds@temple.edu

215-204-4959

About the Program

The Dance Department offers programs of study leading to the Master of Education, Master of Fine Arts, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. All students are expected to develop a command of the discipline of dance, including its modes as a performing art and a medium of inquiry. The department's mission places high value on the role of dance in a pluralistic, multicultural society.

Time Limit for Degree Completion: 4 years

Campus Location:

Main

Although all of the department courses are offered on Main Campus, students may take the out-of-department credits on another campus.

Full-Time/Part-Time Status:

Students are able to complete the degree program through classes offered before 4:30 p.m. Students are also able to complete the degree program on a part-time basis (8 credit hours or less per semester).

Department Information:

Dept. of Dance
1700 N. Broad Street, Suite 309
Philadelphia, PA 19122-0843

dance@temple.edu
215-204-8710

Interdisciplinary Study:

The program encourages interdisciplinary coursework, research, and interactions among faculty and students with interests in African American Studies, Anthropology, Education, History, Jewish Studies, Media Arts, Music, Music Therapy, Theater Arts, Women's Studies, and the like.

Affiliation(s):

Not applicable.

Study Abroad:

No.

Ranking:

The graduate programs are ranked among the top twelve in the nation as determined by the Dance Career Guide. The Doctor of Philosophy program is one of four programs in the country, while the Master of Education program is the only such program in the United States.

Accreditation:

The Ed.M. in Dance is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD).

Areas of Specialization:

The Ed.M. degree emphasizes both theoretical and practical training in the administrative, creative, and pedagogical dimensions of Dance Studies. Particular emphasis is given to preparing students for professional work in dance advocacy and the development of dance curriculum. Two tracks are offered: Cultural Studies and Dance Education Studies.

Job Placement:

Graduates perform and choreograph with companies throughout the world, teach at all levels of education, serve as arts administrators and policymakers for the arts, and publish extensively.

Licensure:

Not applicable.

Non-Matriculated Student Policy:

Non-matriculated students are able to take technique classes and some core coursework with permission of the instructor and the Department Chair. If accepted into the program, those courses (up to a maximum of 9 credits) may be applied toward the degree program.

Financing Opportunities

Teaching Assistantships (TAs) and Research Assistantships (RAs) are available. Teaching responsibilities usually include teaching university core curriculum. On occasion, TAs are assigned to teach children's dance, repertory, technique, or other classes germane to their area of study. This award includes a monthly stipend, book allowance, and tuition remission. The award is for one year. Students must re-apply for the award for a second appointment. The RA/TA application should include information in a clearly written and well-edited format. Please include four copies with the other application materials. If an entering student, include the Personal Data Sheet. If a continuing student, include the following on a cover sheet: name, degree program, address, telephone number, email address, and current grade point average; statement of teaching experience and a concise, clearly written, one paragraph philosophy of teaching; and a statement on how personal and professional goals relate to the responsibilities of the Assistantship.

Updated 10.11.12