Bachelor of Arts in Dance

San Francisco State University

The Bachelor of Arts in Dance is designed to provide a comprehensive education in dance with the opportunity to pursue further study in performance, choreography, or dance studies. The major is organized around a 30-unit core and a 15-unit area of focus. Core courses introduce students to foundational skills and knowledge in dance technique, choreography, music, dance sciences, and dance studies. Students should choose an area of focus according to educational and career goals in consultation with an advisor.

All new dance majors must enroll in DANC 170 Integrated Dance Technique I DANC 170 Integrated Dance Technique I in their first semester. Dance majors are expected to consult with their faculty advisor on a semester basis.

College of Liberal and Creative Arts