3-year Diploma Programme
Applications for the Diploma Programme 2024-27 are now open.
To audition for CCDS you can choose between live audition (2a) or online audition (2b).
We are aware that a lot of our applicants are finishing high school during Spring. Therefor it is possible to apply through video audition. Applicants who are not able to join planned auditions due to exams or big assignments are welcome to ask for the possibility to audition another day where the CCDS schedule is suitable to welcome applicants for audition.
Deadline for online audition for 2024-27:
15.July – Video and application will be reviewed shortly after the deadline.
1. August – Video and application will be reviewed shortly after the deadline.
Live auditions for 2024-27 are no longer possible.
REQUIREMENTS
An unquestionable dedication to develop into dancers who wish to exceed and expand the international level and capability of contemporary dance. Sound technical versatility, a great personal drive, an open mind and a positive approach to possibilities and challenges are essential. Profound basic experience in contemporary dance and ballet alongside extremely high ambition and an exceptional talent for movement is required. It is emphasized that candidates has a strong appetite for developing their artistic reflection and body potential through working at a high physical level throughout the day.
To audition for the 3-year Diploma Programme is to audition for becoming part of an international ambitious team for 3 years. All students are expected to contribute to a great team spirit and support each other in developing their potential and skills to the fullest; through daily training, personal coaching and through performance periods.
Candidates between 17 and 26 years of age may apply. Dispensation can be given in special cases.
*For non-EU citizens please bare in mind that Copenhagen Contemporary Dance School is an independent institution. The visa application for staying in Denmark is a lengthy process. You can find further information about the process here: https://nyidanmark.dk/en-GB
DRESS CODE
You are requested to wear tight fitting clothes in ballet, contemporary and improvisation.
DEADLINE
You can apply until the programme is full, usually the end of March. We therefore recommend that you apply before end of April.
More information
More information about the 3-Year Diploma Programme.
AUDITION PROCEDURE
Step 1: Fill in the application form via the link below.
Step 2a – Live audition: Leave the box with link to online video blank in the application form. Please write to info@cph-dance.com to organize your live audition date in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Step 2b – Online audition: Please provide a link to your online audition material uploaded on a video platform (please do not send files for download). The video should contain the following:
• Personal Presentation.
Presentation of yourself and motivation of why you wish to study at CCDS.
Where are you in your dance career right now and what are your short and long term goals?
What are your strong personal qualities?
How do your describe your working mentality and cooperational skills?
• 5 minutes excerpt of classical ballet with barre and centre work incl. turns, small and big jumps. If you have a classical variation, you are welcome to include this as well.
• 5 minutes excerpt of contemporary. Please include floorwork.
• 2 minutes of improvisation. Please include a focus on full body articulation.
• 1 minute solo.
The video can be filmed with your smartphone in a dance studio as well as your living room or outdoor etc.. The important thing is that we can see you clearly.
Step 3: Applicants will be notified of their admission or non-admission to the course shortly after the audition and latest three weeks after.
Should you be accepted to join the programme, please accept your place by paying the first instalment of the course fee within 2 weeks.
Application form
If the application form cannot be uploaded you are welcome to send your application in an ordinary email to info@cph-dance.com.
Remember that all fields are mandatory. By sending an application you agree that Copenhagen Contemporary Dance School may keep this information. Copenhagen Contemporary Dance School only asks for necessary information and only keeps it temporarily.