Overview
Contemporary Dance Trust operates The Place, a contemporary dance organisation on Duke's Road in London that first opened its doors in 1969 as the London Contemporary Dance School, under founding principal Robin Howard.
It has since grown into a combined venue, training organisation and creative hub for contemporary dance. Its higher education provision centres on a BA (Hons) in Contemporary Dance Practice, alongside postgraduate study, foundation courses and study-abroad routes for dance students.
Location & Contact
Address, contact details, and online presence for Contemporary Dance Trust are summarised below.
Academic Details
Contemporary Dance Trust's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.
Programs Offered
Contemporary Dance Trust's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.
8 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom
Honours Degree 2 programmes
Master's Degree 4 programmes
Scholarships in United Kingdom
Scholarships open to students attending universities in the United Kingdom are listed below.
How to apply to Contemporary Dance Trust
Five steps that capture how applications to Contemporary Dance Trust flow.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Use the programme finder to browse Contemporary Dance Trust's 8 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Programme-level requirements at Contemporary Dance Trust typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Get your documents ready
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Apply through UCAS or direct entry
Contemporary Dance Trust takes undergraduate applications through the UCAS system (ucas.com). Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Contemporary Dance Trust's own admissions portal at theplace.org.uk instead.
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Reach out and track your application
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Contemporary Dance Trust
Concise answers to common questions about Contemporary Dance Trust.
When did Contemporary Dance Trust open?
Contemporary Dance Trust traces its founding to 1969 (approximately 57 years ago).
What city is Contemporary Dance Trust in?
Contemporary Dance Trust operates from London, United Kingdom.
How big is Contemporary Dance Trust's student body?
Contemporary Dance Trust serves approximately 235 students.
Where can I learn more about Contemporary Dance Trust?
The institution's website is theplace.org.uk.
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