Bachelors in Dance Studies (Hons) and BA Dance Studies (with another area)

Dance Auditions

Students applying to enter the Bachelors (Hons) in Dance Studies at the University of Malta are required to take part in an audition and interview to assess their suitability for the programme’s synthesis of practical and theoretical work. This is made up of: 

• a 30-minute ballet technique class
• a 30-minute contemporary technique class
• a 30-minute creative workshop
• an individual/group talk about the course with Q&A and/or interviews

To prepare, applicants should bring with them:

• A short phrase of movement to be shown with or without music, max 3 minutes (this can be their own choreography, or learnt).
• A piece of writing about dance (250 words). This should be a response to a dance performance recently seen, or a dance book.
• Any notes on their individual interest in Dance Studies and questions about the course.

Additionally, applicants must submit a Medical Form [PDF], detailing their health history, fitness, and readiness for full time dance training. Send the form to Ms Priscilla Grima one week prior to the audition. Following successful audition, a medical doctor's signature is required on this form, before a final offer can be made.

Criteria for the audition and interview include technical ability (body awareness and alignment, control, flow, quality of earlier training); the student’s potential for development (quality of observation, commitment, expression, musicality); social interaction (the student’s openness to new ideas and ability to work with others), articulation (ability to explain their interests in Dance Studies and express their opinions); creativity (the ability to respond to tasks, improvise, take risks and problem solve); and critical thinking skills in written English. Previous ballet training is an asset, but not a requirement for entry.

Following a successful audition, applicants will be invited to apply to the course. Students interested in applying for a course commencing in October 2024 should note admissions information and local and international entry requirements for admission to the Bachelor in Dance Studies.

Important information for international applicants: Since the language of tuition and communication is in English, all international applicants are required to submit a Secure English Language Test (TOEFL/IELTS/Cambridge Advanced) to the required standard by 1 September on the year of entry. Please note that applicants who fail to submit this certificate by the stipulated deadline cannot be admitted to the course even if all other entry requirements are satisfied.

Audition dates 2026/2027

Please note auditions and interviews for entry to the undergraduate courses will be done in person at various locations (check our social media channels for updates on IG@umdancestudies). Online video submissions are also accepted.

For applicants to the Bachelor in Dance Studies (Honours) Video Auditions:

To audition by video, please send the following material to the contact indicated below:

A video with:

• A 3-minute video demonstrating contemporary dance technique exercises of your choice. We recommend showcasing a variety of skills, including both standing and floorwork elements.
• A 3-minute video of choreography. This may be your own choreography or one created by a teacher.
• A 3-minute video of a dance improvisation task, performed either with music or in silence.
• A 3-minute video of ballet exercises, including both barre and centre work. Alternatively, if you do not have ballet training, you may submit a 3-minute video in a dance style of your choice, demonstrating a range of physical and expressive skills.
• A one-page letter introducing yourself. Please outline your interest in dance, and provide details about your dance and movement training.

After sending in your material you will be required to schedule a Zoom/Skype interview.

Please note you may be required to attend an audition in person or resend specific materials if your material is incomplete or found to be inconclusive as to your suitability to the course.

Additionally, applicants must submit a Medical Form [PDF], detailing their health history, fitness, and readiness for full time dance training. Send the form to Ms Priscilla Grima together with all the other audition material. Following successful audition, a medical doctor's signature is required on this form, before a final offer can be made.

Criteria for the audition and interview include technical ability (body awareness and alignment, control, flow, quality of earlier training); the student’s potential for development (quality of observation, commitment, expression, musicality); articulation (ability to explain their interests in Dance Studies and express their opinions); creativity (the ability to improvise, take risks and problem solve); and critical thinking skills in written English. Previous ballet training is an asset, but not a requirement for entry.

Following a successful audition, applicants will be invited to apply to the course. Students interested in applying for a course should note admissions information and local and international entry requirements for admission to the Bachelor in Dance Studies or the BA Dance Studies with their chosen area.  

Important information for international applicants: Since the language of tuition and communication is in English, all international applicants are required to submit a Secure English Language Test (TOEFL/IELTS/Cambridge Advanced) to the required standard by 1 September on the year of entry. Please note that applicants who fail to submit this certificate by the stipulated deadline cannot be admitted to the course even if all other entry requirements are satisfied.

 For applicants to the Bachelor of Arts in Dance Studies (Joint Areas):

Applicants are required to submit the following:

• A 3-minute video performing a choreography. This may be your own work or one created by a teacher.
• A 3-minute video of a dance improvisation task, performed either with music or in silence.
• A 3-minute video demonstrating dance technique exercises of your choice.
• A one-page letter introducing yourself. Please outline your interest in dance and your chosen joint area, and provide details about your dance and movement training.

Submitting your Dance Video Audition

You may upload your videos to a Google Drive folder, or upload them as unlisted YouTube links and send the links by email to paula.guzzanti@um.edu.mt 

The deadline for submitting your video dance audition for courses commencing in October 2026/2027 is on the 1st of July 2026 at 14:00. 

For students sending their applications on the second deadline (22nd of September), we will accept video auditions by no later than the 1st of  September 2026 at 14:00.

Important

Undergraduate studies at the University of Malta are free to European students, only subject to an application fee. Non-EU students are requested to look at the information regarding tuition fees.

Contact Dr Paula Guzzanti for further details.