Physical practice II (BDA721)
The course is designed to give students a deepened understanding of their physical practice and a broadened knowledge base rooted in different approaches to contemporary dance and alternative movement practices, as well as other dance traditions. Through continued physical investigation and experimentation, as well as discussion, oral presentations and written assignments students improve their ability to reflect critically on their own physical practice and their technical and artistic skills.
Course description for study year 2024-2025
Course code
BDA721
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
25
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
2
Exam semester
Spring
Language of instruction
English, Norwegian
Content
Learning outcome
Knowledge
By the end of the course, the student will be able to:
- have a deepened understanding of the interrelationship between dance technique, individual physical capabilities and one’s own movement language.
- understand how other dance forms, physical practices and supplementary training are relevant to contemporary dance.
- have knowledge of methods and practices that develop bodily awareness, presence, and an understanding of the artistic and performative aspects of dance practice.
Skills
By the end of the course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate a high level of skill in dance technique in terms of efficiency of movement, articulation, dynamics, musicality, and complex coordination.
- personify dance material through work with different approaches to technique, physical investigation and exploration.
- solve physical tasks both independently and in close collaboration with others.
General Competence
By the end of the course, the students will be able to:
- demonstrate further increased bodily awareness and physicality, particularly in terms of attention to detail, specificity, expressivity and the ability to project.
- give meaningful feedback to others about their work with dance technique.
- reflect on and discuss the connection between dance technique, alternative physical practices and dance art.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
---|---|---|---|---|
Portfolio | 1/1 | Passed / Not Passed |
Portfolio consisting of 5 required elements
• an individual written reflection assignment
• a written log documenting independent supplementary training
• a practical/oral group presentation
• 2 performance tests in dance technique:
- midyear assessment at the end of the first semester - summative assessment in the second semester.Assignments in the subject are delivered in Norwegian or English. Swedish and Danish are also permitted.
Coursework requirements
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Marie Ronold MathisenCourse teacher:
Gry Galta Van MerkensteijnCourse teacher:
Annemariet Gonzalez ComendadorCourse teacher:
Brynjar Åbel BandlienCourse teacher:
Hagit YakiraStudy Adviser:
Lena Crosby HaugMethod of work
Training in dance technique and related physical practices
Group teaching with a focus on dialogue and reflection
Workshops
The subject is organized in weekly teaching activities. However, the teaching activity can entirely or partly be organized as intensive modules in periods of the academic year. The subject can also have a combination of weekly teaching and intensive modules.