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1 dance music BirdCollege theatre performance Entry 2016 This booklet is intended to provide an indication of the opportunities available at Bird College. Application forms are included towards the end of the document. Please note that the course fees shown are for the academic year 2015/16. Updates to course fees and funding information will be made throughout the year - these will be announced on the College website.

2 Bird College is an accredited provider of the Council for Dance Education and Training. dance music BirdCollege theatre performance Dear Applicant This leaflet contains details on all the courses available but should you require further information please do not hesitate to contact the Registry Office. Contents Mission statement 03 Introduction 04 Accommodation 05 Extra Curriculum 05 BA(Hons) Professional Dance and Musical Theatre 06 Diploma in Professional Musical Theatre 07 Pre-Professional Foundation Year in Dance and Theatre Performance 08 BA and Diploma application form 09 Pre-Professional application form 12 For a large print version of this document please call: Founder Doreen Bird MA, FISTD, ARAD Principal and CEO Shirley Coen BA(Hons), FRSA Deputy Principal and Deputy CEO Luis De Abreu MA, PGCE

3 bird mission statement This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To request a copy of our policy please luis.deabreu@birdcollege.co.uk The mission of Bird College is to preserve and build upon its reputation for excellence as a leading and unique provider of vocational education and training in dance, music and theatre performance. Six key principles support this mission: The recruitment, without prejudice, of the most talented students, who show the necessary passion for their craft and whom the College prepares for distinctive, life-long careers in the performance industry as articulate, creative and versatile artists. The setting of demanding training programmes within a nurturing environment in which each student is treated equally and as an individual artist, and where his/her talent is respected in order to steer personal ambitions regardless of any differences. The College s premises are accessible to all users, and the College works hard to continue to improve its facilities. The College will adjust the timetable to ensure that all candidates successful at audition can benefit from the training in premises that meet their needs. The College s Access and Inclusion Committee monitors accessibility in all its forms. An independent organisation undertakes an annual Health and Safety check, and the College s Health and Safety Committee monitors premises regularly. The work of the College is closely aligned to the profession and securely rooted within the community sector, and draws upon and contributes to the expertise of the specialist vocation training sector. The regular review of programmes, partnerships and operations which ensures their worth in order to provide meaningful opportunities for students and a dynamic workplace for staff. The recruitment of the best staff, each an expert in his or her own field. An organisation that is well-managed, open and accountable, and gives all staff and students a voice. 03

4 when performance counts Bird College is committed to enabling young performers identify, develop and nurture their individual skills. We provide a first class educational experience, attracting a diverse, international student body to study on exceptional programmes, validated by leading educational institutions. Our facilities allow students to train in a well equipped environment. The College s location, on the south-east edge of London, is within easy reach of the city centre, providing a wealth of opportunities for research, cultural activities and performance experience. The quality of training that we offer is demonstrated by the exciting achievements of our graduates, who build successful careers in a wide range of dance and theatre disciplines. We offer all applicants an audition, where you can begin to understand more fully the unique Bird College experience. guiding your development Bird College has an exceptional faculty of staff with a unique breadth of experience in the theatre industry. Importantly, that experience is combined with excellent professional qualifications; our students regularly achieve a 100% pass rate. Students are also taught by a team of visiting lecturers and guest choreographers, many of whom are ex-students of Bird College, who have gained international reputations in their specialist field. The Bird Theatre Company enables students to work with established choreographers and to perform in the UK and Europe. Performance opportunities in theatre, television and cabaret are managed through the Bird Agency. This professional theatre agency is registered with the Department of Employment and guides graduate students in their careers after leaving the College. Bird College has an outstanding record of success, with ex-students winning leading roles in the musical theatre business, and with international contemporary dance and classical ballet companies. about admission Applicants for the BA (Hons) Professional Dance and Musical Theatre should normally be eighteen years of age before September 1st of the enrolment year and have achieved the academic qualifications, or the equivalent, required for entry to university. Applicants for the Diploma in Professional Musical Theatre and the Pre Professional Foundation Year should normally be sixteen years of age before September 1st of the enrolment year. Candidates for all courses are normally expected to have received some prior dance training, ideally to Intermediate 1 standard, and must be successful in the College audition which assesses potential skills in dance, singing and drama, as well as suitability for a career in the theatre profession. Bird College aims to recruit the best possible students, assessed at audition solely on the basis of talent and aptitude. The College welcomes applications from all candidates that aspire to meet our standards. For those with a special need, we strongly advise that you alert our Registrar to this at the point of application. This will allow us to arrange to meet this need at audition and adapt our programmes accordingly should you be successful in gaining a place. 04

5 accommodation for students Aged 16 Students are required to either live at home or with a College approved host family. All residents aged 16+ at the host family address have DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks. This is in accordance with current child protection laws. Aged 17 The college would prefer these students to reside with College approved host families. However should the student not wish to the college will require written parental consent. Aged 18+ Students are able to reside at University of Greenwich Halls of Residence at the Avery Hill Campus. This is approximately one mile from the college. Details of types of accommodation available can be found at: Other options for 18+ students are to rent a room in a house/flat with other students. There are a large number of properties to rent in the area through local estate agents. Alternatively we do have a small number of host families that only take over extra curriculum 18 year old students. FDI Students are also given the opportunity to take the first 6 units of the ISTD teaching qualifications in Tap, Ballet and Modern. These are available during college holidays for an additional cost. Musical Instrument Tuition The college is also able to offer musical instrument tuition. Students can continue with instrument tuition or are able to take up a new instrument should they wish. Website Please visit the website for information on performances, short courses, audition dates and open days. 05

6 when performance counts BA(Hons) professional dance and musical theatre This course is validated by the University of Greenwich and is designed to offer students the chance to develop high levels of performance skills. Students engage with a range of dance disciplines, as well as the closely related genres of musical theatre and acting. This is set within the context of a demanding programme of academic study. This approach aims to relate theory to practice, informing the development of the artist s personal vision, and enhancing lifelong skills and employment opportunities within the professional world. Throughout the three years, students are encouraged to be versatile and to critically appraise their own performance as they grow in confidence and maturity. During the final year, students engage in a variety of performance work and in a research project, culminating in a dissertation which can combine practical and written work. The College is justifiably proud of the success of past students, tracking and recording their career development and celebrating their success. Validated by the University of Greenwich. Accredited by Council for Dance Education & Training (UK) (CDET). Length of course 3 years full time Entry Age 18+ Entry requirements Entry is by audition and interview with a minimum 160 UCAS points at A level; with a minimum of 2 x Grade C s at A2 level or equivalent for other qualifications. Current fees 9,000 per year UK & EU students are eligible to apply for a student loan. Overseas Students: Please refer to University of Greenwich website for fees. Overseas applicants for whom English is not a first language are obliged to sit an IELTS (International English Language) test to assess their ability in reading, writing and spoken English at an academic level. An overall result of 6.5 or more is required for entry to the programme. Applicants should contact their local British Council office for further details. Applicants who reside outside the UK may also audition by DVD. Please contact the college for further details. Audition fee 45 Closing date for applications 31 January 2016 (for September 2016 entry). The deadline for applications for Scottish Audition is 4 January

7 when performance counts diploma in professional musical theatre The three year diploma course is validated by Trinity, London and has been devised for those who wish to focus on a professional training in theatre arts. It equips students with the technical and creative skills necessary for a successful career in dance and musical theatre. Dance and Theatre studies are combined with associated areas such as Dance and Musical Theatre History, Music Theory and Appreciation, Fitness and Heath Studies and Employment Skills. In the final year, students undertake a personal project which provides an opportunity to focus on an area of particular interest, encouraging the development of an individual performance style. Many of our Diploma graduates are now enjoying success in the professional business and are promoted through our in-house Employment Agency. Validated by Trinity College, London. Accredited by Council for Dance Education & Training (UK) (CDET). Length of course 3 years full time Entry age 16+ Entry requirements Entry is by audition and interview Current fees 12,500 per year Overseas Students: Applicants who reside outside the UK may also audition by DVD. Please contact the college for further details. However EU applicants should note that they are required to attend an audition in person to be eligible for a UK government Dance & Drama Award (DaDA). DaDA Information: Dance & Drama Awards (DaDA) are scholarships currently funded by the Education Funding Agency (EFA) and are awarded to UK & EU students accepted for the Diploma in Professional Musical Theatre who the audition panel feel display the most potential to succeed in the profession. Please see DaDA website for information on the current DaDA Scheme in place for entry in 2015/16. Please also see the information on this related page of our site: Funding for the Diploma. Funding for entry to the Diploma in 2015/16 is currently under review - new information will go onto the website when confirmed. Audition fee 45 Closing date for applications 31 January 2016 (for September 2016 entry). The deadline for applications for Scottish Audition is 4 January

8 when performance counts pre-professional foundation year in dance and theatre performance A practical, performance-based programme that helps students who have the potential for full time vocational training but not yet the necessary technical standard required for entry. Students participate in daily classes for ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, singing, acting and musical theatre, in order to equip the individual with the wide range of skills they will need. Students will also be coached for their vocational auditions, covering topics such as suitability of song, dance and monologue, interview techniques, photographs and application forms. A lecture programme will address issues concerning the healthy dancer/performer. On successful completion of the course, graduates will automatically be given a free audition for Bird College's vocational courses through either the FE or the HE route. Developmental advice is provided throughout the course, together with guidance on suitability of other vocational colleges. Length of course 1 year full time Entry Age 16+ Entry requirements Entry is by audition and interview. Current Fees 8,000 per year Purpose of the course: For talented students who have potential for full time vocational training but who have not yet achieved the necessary technical standard for entry onto a 3 year programme. This course offers students the opportunity to study and improve their technique through participation in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Singing and Acting classes, along with Musical Theatre workshops. Audition fee 45 Closing date for applications 31 January 2016 (for September 2016 entry). The deadline for applications for Scottish Audition is 4 January

9 application form BA (Hons) and Diploma Programme Bird College Alma Road Sidcup Kent DA14 4ED Page one of three dance music BirdCollege theatre performance Bird College does not discriminate against applicants on the grounds of sex, disability, ethnicity, religion or sexuality. We welcome applications from disabled people and offer places on the basis of potential and suitability to enter the profession. Please complete all sections of this form in bold capital letters and return to the address above, together with the enclosures specified in the three panels below. When applying to the Degree programme, applicants must also submit a separate UCAS application for the course. The two applications should be received by the College within 10 working days of each other where possible in order to be processed. Please ensure you send in your paper application first. You will need the following codes for your UCAS application: Institution code: G70 / Course code: WW53 / Campus code: J / Institution code name: GREEN / Short form of course: BA/PDMT Photographs Girls: 1 demi-plié in first position front on, 1 first arabesque line in profile. Boys: 1 full length in dance position of your choice. All photographs must be no larger than 6 x 4 size and have your name clearly written on the back. Character reference from your dance teacher. Your audition fee of 45, as a cheque made payable to Bird College with the applicant s name written on the reverse of the cheque. Firmly glue or staple a small, recent photograph here. Please do not send 10 x 8 size photographs your title (circle) Mr / Mrs / Miss / Ms / Other: Address your first name/s your family name Course applied for Diploma in Professional Musical Theatre BA(Hons) Professional Dance and Musical Theatre For entry in September 20 Postcode Age at commencement Date of Birth If applying for both courses, please indicate your order of preference by writing 1 or 2 in these boxes: Dip BA(Hons Height metres cm. Weight kilos. grams. Ethnic origin Please tick appropiate boxes A. White B. Mixed C. Asian or Asian British D. Black or Black British E. Chinese British Irish Any other White background White and Black Caribbean White and Black African White and Asian Any other mixed background Indian Pakistani Bangladeshi Any other Asian background Caribbean African Any other Black background F. Any other ethnic group Please write in Not declared Daytime Phone Evening Phone Have you previously auditioned for Bird College? If so, please give date Mobile Phone Emergency Phone address Have you attended any short courses at Bird College? If so, please state course titles and dates Full name of parent/guardian and address How did you hear about Bird College? v.12/15

10 Page two of three Bird College Alma Road Sidcup Kent DA14 4ED Your full name again please Diploma applicants only: Do you require a DaDA? Yes No Current Dancing School School name If NO, give details of how course will be funded Academic School attended School name Address Address Postcode Postcode Principal s name Head of Year s name Vocational training and experience Please state how long you have studied and, if applicable, the HIGHEST level achieved and the awarding body. Eg: RAD, ISTD, BBO, LAMDA,Guildhall, etc. Years studied Highest award Awarding body For example 10 Intermediate IDTA Academic certificates gained Please specify the qualification type and subject. Eg: GCSE, A level, etc. Date Qualification Subject Grade For example 2010 GCSE English C Ballet Modern Jazz Tap Contemporary Drama Singing Musical Instruments Other relevant skills Other academic examinations to be taken Date Qualification Subject Grade Other performance experience Please specify For example 2011 BTEC Drama Merit Students are encouraged to disclose any impairment or condition (eg. physical, sensory or mental health) at the earliest opportunity so that we can endeavour to meet your needs during the audition process and on the course. We can, for example, make adjustments to sight reading for dyslexic students at audition. Hearing disability Dyslexia/Dyspraxia Visual disability Learning disability Physical disability Other, please describe Signature Date v.12/15

11 Page three of three Bird College Alma Road Sidcup Kent DA14 4ED your full name again please dance music BirdCollege theatre performance Firmly glue or staple photograph 1 here. Please do not use a photograph that exceeds the box size of 6 x 4 inches. Firmly glue or staple photograph 2 here. Please do not use a photograph that exceeds the box size of 6 x 4 inches. v.12/15

12 application form Pre-Professional Foundation Year Bird College Alma Road Sidcup Kent DA14 4ED Page one of three dance music BirdCollege theatre performance Bird College does not discriminate against applicants on the grounds of sex, disability, ethnicity, religion or sexuality. We welcome applications from disabled people and offer places on the basis of potential and suitability to enter the profession. Please complete all sections of this form in bold capital letters and return to the address above, together with the enclosures specified in the three panels below. Photographs Girls: 1 demi-plié in first position front on, 1 first arabesque line in profile. Boys: 1 full length in dance position of your choice. All photographs must be no larger than 6 x 4 size and have your name clearly written on the back. Character reference from your dance teacher. Your audition fee of 45, as a cheque made payable to Bird College with the applicant s name written on the reverse of the cheque. Firmly glue or staple a small, recent photograph here. Please do not send 10 x 8 size photographs Application for entry in September 20 Address your title (circle) Mr / Mrs / Miss / Ms / Other: your first name/s your family name Postcode Age at commencement Date of Birth Height metres cm. Weight kilos. grams. Ethnic origin Please tick appropiate boxes A. White B. Mixed C. Asian or Asian British D. Black or Black British E. Chinese British Irish Any other White background White and Black Caribbean White and Black African White and Asian Any other mixed background Indian Pakistani Bangladeshi Any other Asian background Caribbean African Any other Black background F. Any other ethnic group Please write in Not declared Daytime Phone Evening Phone Have you previously auditioned for Bird College? If so, please give date Mobile Phone Emergency Phone address Have you attended any short courses at Bird College? If so, please state course titles and dates Full name of parent/guardian and address How did you hear about Bird College? v.12/15

13 Page two of three Your full name again please National Diploma applicants only: Do you require a DaDA? Yes No Current Dancing School School name If NO, give details of how course will be funded Academic School attended School name Address Address Postcode Postcode Principal s name Head of Year s name Vocational training and experience Please state how long you have studied and, if applicable, the HIGHEST level achieved and the awarding body. Eg: RAD, ISTD, BBO, LAMDA,Guildhall, etc. Years studied Highest award Awarding body For example 10 Intermediate IDTA Academic certificates gained Please specify the qualification type and subject. Eg: GCSE, A level, etc. Date Qualification Subject Grade For example 2010 GCSE English C Ballet Modern Jazz Tap Contemporary Drama Singing Musical Instruments Other relevant skills Other academic examinations to be taken Date Qualification Subject Grade Other performance experience Please specify For example 2011 BTEC Drama Merit Students are encouraged to disclose any impairment or condition (eg. physical, sensory or mental health) at the earliest opportunity so that we can endeavour to meet your needs during the audition process and on the course. We can, for example, make adjustments to sight reading for dyslexic students at audition. Hearing disability Dyslexia/Dyspraxia Visual disability Learning disability Physical disability Other, please describe Signature Date v.12/15

14 Page three of three your full name again please Firmly glue or staple photograph 1 here. Please do not use a photograph that exceeds the box size of 6 x 4 inches. Firmly glue or staple photograph 2 here. Please do not use a photograph that exceeds the box size of 6 x 4 inches. v.12/15