MA Screendance

About the Open Call

The MA Screendance programme is a one-year course (starting Jan 2026) validated by the University of the Arts, London. It aims to develop a confident, articulate, independent artistic practice and a wide professional network by combining hands-on experimentation, technical skills, contextual research, and public engagement. Students will explore the histories, contexts, and contemporary debates surrounding screendance, while developing their artistic voice and honing practical skills. The curriculum includes modules on Making Screendance (60 credits), Situating Screendance (30 credits), Communicating Screendance (30 credits) which involves creating a public screendance event (Frame Rush), and a Final Project (60 credits). The school provides extensive equipment and resources, including digital cameras, tripods, video accessories, MacBooks, edit suites, and sound equipment. Technical staff are available to advise and support students. The course schedule includes 20-30 hours per week of scheduled sessions (10.00-18.00) with designated studio space. Most sessions are on-site, though some, like the Situating Screendance module, are delivered online. Students are encouraged to develop their unique voice as filmmakers and can take on various roles in peer projects. The cohort size is typically 10-15 students. The program includes choreographic workshops and movement practices, focusing on the interdisciplinary nature of screendance rather than a daily dance class.

What is Offered

MA Degree, Professional Development, Networking opportunities, Access to specialist equipment and resources, Partially funded scholarships for eligible applicants, Public exhibition opportunity (Frame Rush event).

Requirements

The standard minimum entry requirements are: a BA (Hons) degree or equivalent academic qualifications, a personal statement, and a showreel or selection of prior movement-focused, moving image work (e.g., screendance, experimental film, short film, installation) submitted via an online link. Alternative qualifications and experience (such as related academic or professional experience in dance, film, arts, media, fine arts, performance) will also be considered based on the quality of the personal statement and a strong academic or professional reference. English language requirements include IELTS level 6.5 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Overseas students requiring a Student Visa must study full-time and complete the course within 12 months.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete an online application form providing personal details, educational and employment history, examples of prior work (showreel/portfolio via online link), and a personal statement (200-400 words) discussing interest in screendance, relevant experience, program goals, career aspirations, and reasons for choosing LCDS. Invited applicants will then attend an interview (on-site or via Zoom/Google Meets) with the Course Leader and another faculty member. Applicants will hear an outcome from the admissions team within 2 weeks after the interview. For Jan 2026 entry, partially funded scholarships are available for applicants from the Global South and the UK who submit their application by the deadline.