London Contemporary Dance School (LCDS) is a global leader in dance education and an integral part of The Place – the creative powerhouse for dance in central London. LCDS seeks to champion new ideas, embrace innovation and enable extraordinary experiences for dance artists. LCDS offers intensive technical and creative courses in dance at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, which prepare emerging artists for a portfolio career in dance and the creative industries. The school’s courses are validated by University of the Arts London. Home to around 250 students, LCDS has experienced teachers of international repute and a range of visiting international guest artists who collaborate with students and provide the opportunity for students to work with well-known organisations in the field of dance and the performing arts.