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Palucca Hochschule für Tanz Dresden
Master German + English Arts & Design

MA Dance Teacher Programme

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Palucca Hochschule für Tanz Dresden Dresden · Saxony

About the Program

The work-study MA Dance Teacher Programme is directed towards professional dancers and dance teachers seeking to further their skills as dance teachers, rehearsal directors, working in professional training institutions, community dance or in dance companies and theatres. The specialisation "Dance Teacher for Community Dance" offers an opportunity for candidates without a professional dance career if an equivalent aptitude is proven. Students opt for a focus in Ballet or Contemporary/Modern Dance and a specialisation as Rehearsal Director, Dance Teacher in professional training or in Community Dance. The Master Dance Teacher is an interdisciplinary course and the subjects include dance pedagogy, methodology and didactics, dance history, dance medicine, psychology, teaching practice, rehearsal assistance, improvisation, laban and composition. The program enables students to further develop their personalities as responsible and creative dance teachers within the fields of pedagogy, art, and culture, preparing them for the diverse challenges of a dynamic dance pedagogical profession. The curriculum is structured across three years (6 semesters) with 22.5 weeks per year, organized in modules: Communication (54 ECTS), Process (30 ECTS), Dance Medicine (6 ECTS), Project (6 ECTS), and Master's Thesis (24 ECTS). The degree program comprises 120 credit points (ECTS points).
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The work-study MA Dance Teacher Programme is directed towards professional dancers and dance teachers seeking to further their skills as dance teachers, rehearsal directors, working in professional training institutions, community dance or in dance companies and theatres. The specialisation "Dance Teacher for Community Dance" offers an opportunity for candidates without a professional dance career if an equivalent aptitude is proven. Students opt for a focus in Ballet or Contemporary/Modern Dance and a specialisation as Rehearsal Director, Dance Teacher in professional training or in Community Dance. The Master Dance Teacher is an interdisciplinary course and the subjects include dance pedagogy, methodology and didactics, dance history, dance medicine, psychology, teaching practice, rehearsal assistance, improvisation, laban and composition. The program enables students to further develop their personalities as responsible and creative dance teachers within the fields of pedagogy, art, and culture, preparing them for the diverse challenges of a dynamic dance pedagogical profession. The curriculum is structured across three years (6 semesters) with 22.5 weeks per year, organized in modules: Communication (54 ECTS), Process (30 ECTS), Dance Medicine (6 ECTS), Project (6 ECTS), and Master's Thesis (24 ECTS). The degree program comprises 120 credit points (ECTS points).

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How do I apply to MA Dance Teacher Programme at Palucca Hochschule für Tanz Dresden?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about MA Dance Teacher Programme at Palucca Hochschule für Tanz Dresden

Is MA Dance Teacher Programme at Palucca Hochschule für Tanz Dresden taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the MA Dance Teacher Programme programme cost? ▼

750 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for MA Dance Teacher Programme at Palucca Hochschule für Tanz Dresden? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying MA Dance Teacher Programme? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Palucca Hochschule für Tanz Dresden — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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