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Full-time course options
The New Zealand Diploma in Dance (Level 6)
The New Zealand Diploma in Dance (Level 6) is a two-year program that prepares students for a career in performance. The first year focuses on building a strong foundation in classical ballet and contemporary dance techniques. In the second year, students refine their technical skills, develop performance abilities, and participate in regular dance performances. The curriculum also includes a substantial choreographic component for both ballet and contemporary dance students. The program emphasises professional development and self-management, teaching students essential skills for navigating the dance industry. Allied subjects such as nutrition, dance history, anatomy and physiology, and music studies complement the dance training. Overall, this diploma offers a comprehensive education for aspiring dancers, equipping them with the necessary skills for a successful performance career.
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The New Zealand School of Dance Diploma in Dance Performance (Level 7)
During the third year of training, students are exposed to a wide range of diverse experiences both within the School and externally. Secondments and professional placements play a crucial role in this year, allowing students to work with dance companies for up to twelve weeks during term time. Contemporary dance students also have the chance to showcase their talent by choreographing their own works for the Choreographic Season produced every winter. Additionally, students have the exciting opportunity to perform in the School's annual Performance Season. This diploma provides a platform for students to gain practical experience and develop their skills as they prepare for a successful career in dance performance.
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How To Apply
Applying is Easy
Our application process is streamlined and consists of four simple steps. Before you begin, ensure that you have all necessary documentation and photographs readily available.
For a comprehensive understanding of the application process, please refer to our 'How to Apply' page, which provides a detailed walkthrough of each step.
For a comprehensive understanding of the application process, please refer to our 'How to Apply' page, which provides a detailed walkthrough of each step.
Download and complete forms
Photographs
Application Form
Attend an audition
How to Apply
NZSD Welcomes International Students
In recent years students from Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, China, Brazil, Taiwan, French Polynesia and New Zealand have trained at the School. Most have gone on to successful international careers.
Students from New Zealand, Australia, Niue, the Cook Islands and Tokelau are classified as domestic students for the purposes of study in New Zealand.
Please ensure that you keep abreast of New Zealand border restrictions and information via Immigration New Zealand.
Students from New Zealand, Australia, Niue, the Cook Islands and Tokelau are classified as domestic students for the purposes of study in New Zealand.
Please ensure that you keep abreast of New Zealand border restrictions and information via Immigration New Zealand.
Entry Requirements
The general age requirement for full-time students is 16 to 18 years old. Any exceptions can be confirmed during the interview.
Registered students must have completed Grade 11 in New Zealand or equivalent (graduated from junior high school in China) and have any of the following classical ballet levels: Royal Academy of Dance Advanced 1 (RAD Advanced 1), International Dance Teachers Association Advanced 1 ( IDTA Advanced 1), British Ballet Advanced 1 (BBO Advanced 1), Cecchetti Advanced 1 (Cecchetti Advanced 1) or Ballet Australian Intermediate (BAL Intermediate) will be given priority for admission.
All classes in our college are taught in English, so students need to master English proficiency or take language courses while studying. If the student's English proficiency is below level B1 of the EU European Language Framework standards, he or she must take an English learning course before admission.
The B1 level is defined as: "Can understand the main points of general expressions of common matters in work, study and life; can handle most situations that may occur if traveling in this language area; can explain familiar topics or personal interests Can make simple and coherent expressions of hobbies; can describe past experiences, activities, dreams, ideals and pursuits, and can briefly explain and explain one's own opinions and plans."
Student Visa
International students accepted into the New Zealand School of Dance full-time course are are required to apply for a New Zealand Student Visa.
When the School receives the Response to Offer of Place form and relevant payments and the annual tuition fee has been lodged with the Public Trust, we will send information for the student visa application including:
- A Letter of Acceptance
- Receipts
- Verification of accommodation arrangements
For full details on visa applications, employment in New Zealand while studying and any other requirements visit the Immigration New Zealand website or email the NZSD Administration Manager.
Student Loans and Allowances
International students are not eligible to access any New Zealand government-funded loans or allowances to help cover their study costs.
International students must arrange a student visa and insurance before arriving in New Zealand.
Healthcare
The New Zealand School of Dance will ensure that each international student has appropriate and current medical and travel insurance for the duration of their planned study period at the School.
The NZSD Administrator will arrange insurance for international students with Uni-Care from the date of travel to New Zealand.
Students usually pay for a visit to see their nearest General Practitioner (GP) and claim the cost back.
If students need to see a specialist, they must first see a GP to get a referral to a specialist.
Pre-approval for medical care over NZD$1,000.00 is recommended prior to incurring expenses to make sure it will be covered by the policy.
Hospital Stays:
If a student is admitted to hospital in an emergency this will be covered.
Students should contact Uni-Care if their stay in hospital is longer than 24 hours.
English Language
All classes at the New Zealand School of Dance are taught in English. Students need to understand conversational English, and may be required to study the language while at the School. Students must undertake an English language course before arriving at the School if their level of English is lower than B1 of the CEFR
Support for International Students
The School has support systems in place to assist international students. A student support manager provides advice to help students adjust to full-time training and life in New Zealand. The New Zealand School of Dance has agreed to observe and be bound by The Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021 published by the Minister of Education. The code is available from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.
New Zealand School of Dance – Self-Review of Code of Practice.
保険
New Zealand School of Danceは、当校に就学している留学生が、就学期間中、適切で有効な医療・旅行保険を持っていることを確実にする義務があります。
当校では、NZSDの服務規程担当者が、学生がニュージーランドに出発する日から有効となるユニケア保険を手配します。
留学生に関する詳細はNZSDの服務規程担当者までEメールか電話（+64 4 381 9246）でお問い合わせください。
申請方法
海外からの受験者はいずれかのオーディションセンターでオーディションを受けるか、ビデオオーディションを提出してください。尚、オーディションには費用がかかります。
ビデオオーディションで合格した受験者は、仮入学としてのみ入学が可能です。
オンラインで申し込む – How to Apply
エントリー要件
通常、フルタイムのコースを受講する学生は16歳から18歳ですが、オーディションの段階で例外が適用される場合もあります。
NCEA Level 1 （ニュージーランドの11年生、またはオーストラリアの10年生、一般的に15 歳の学力）か同等の学力、そして、クラシックバレエにおいて、RAD Advanced 1 （IDTA Advanced Level 1、BBO（British Ballet Organization）Advanced 1、Cecchetti Advanced 1、BAL Intermediate）同等のレベルに達している学生を優先します。
New Zealand School of Dance におけるクラスはすべて英語で行われます。当校の学生は英語を理解できることが必須で、在学中に英語の学習も必要となる場合もあります。英語のレベルがヨーロッパ言語共通参照枠CEFR（以下、参照）でB1 以下の場合は、当校入学前に英語のコースを受講してください。
学生は「職場、学校、レジャーなどで普段遭遇するよくある状況について、基本的な要点を掴むことができる。英語圏に滞在中、発生しうる状況に対応できる。聞き慣れた話題や個人的な話題に関する簡単な文章を作ることができる。経験や出来事、夢、希望や抱負についての意見や計画を簡潔に理由立てて説明ができる。」
学生ビザ
ニュージーランド国内で就学する留学生はニュージーランド移民局から学生ビザを取得する必要があります。ビザは当校に到着する前に手配してください。
当校が仮入学許可書に対する返答を受け、関連費用および年間授業料が公益信託で受領されると、正式な入学許可証や領収書などビザ申請に必要な書類が申請者に届きます。また、滞在先手配の確認書も送付されます。
ビザ申請、留学中における雇用、報告要件に関する詳細は、ニュージーランド移民局のウェブサイトでご確認ください。
ヘルスケア
ニュージーランド滞在中、ほとんどの留学生はニュージーランド国民を対象とする公的な医療保険サービスを受けることができません。滞在中に医療機関で治療を受けた留学生は、その全費用を負担しなければならない可能性があります。
保险
按照规定，新西兰舞蹈学院需要保证每个国际学生在就读期间购买合适并有效的医疗和旅行保险。
本院的关爱辅导负责人将协助国际学生从抵达新西兰时开始在Uni-Care公司办理保险。
如需了解更多关于国际学生，请发送电子邮件至新西兰舞蹈学院关爱辅导负责人，或拨打电话+64 4 381 9246.
如何申请
入学要求
全日制学生的一般年龄要求是16至18岁，如有例外可以在面试环节确认。
报名学生如果已经完成新西兰11年级学业或同等学历（中国初中毕业），并且具有以下任意经典芭蕾等级的：英国皇家舞蹈学院高阶1级（RAD Advanced 1）、国际舞蹈教师协会高阶1级（IDTA Advanced 1）、英国芭蕾高阶1级（BBO Advanced 1）、Cecchetti高阶1级（Cecchetti Advanced 1）或芭蕾澳大利亚中级（BAL Intermediate），将给予优先录取。
本院所有授课均为英文，因此学生需要掌握英文能力，或在就读期间同时学习语言课程。如果学生英文能力低于欧盟欧洲语言框架标准B1级，则在入读前必须参加英语学习课程。
B1级别的定义为：“对于在工作、学习和生活中常见事项的一般表述可以理解其中的要点；如果在该语言地区旅行，可以处理可能发生的大多数状况；可以就熟悉的话题或个人兴趣爱好进行简单的连贯表述；可以描述过往经历、活动、梦想、理想和追求，并可以对自己的观点和计划进行简要的解释和说明”
学生签证
至新西兰学习的国际学生必须持有新西兰移民局颁发的学生签证。该签证必须在到校前办理。
本院收到“入学反馈表格”，并且确认相关费用及学费已经付给制定公共基金之后，会将所有学生签证相关资料包括入学证明、发票和住宿安排的证明寄给申请人。
有关签证要求、在读时期兼职以及有关报告的详情请见新西兰移民局网站。
卫生保健
大多数国际学生在新西兰就读期间无法获得社会公共医疗服务。在就读期间发生的医疗费用需要自行全额承担。
