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Course details
Unit 4: Dance Practice – Modern Theatre
Start date: 20 August 2026
Duration: 12 months
At the ISTD Academy, you have the flexibility to access individual units of study delivered part-time and online. Whether you're starting your teacher training journey or building upon existing knowledge, this is the place to explore the DDE qualification and dive into the specifics of Unit 4.
The assessment framework ensures student teachers develop practical skills and knowledge essential for entering the teaching profession and building a sustainable career.
Course overview
At the ISTD Academy, we offer Unit 4 of the DDE in Modern Theatre through monthly online intensive practical sessions. There will also be a 3-day intensive at the end of the course in July 2027.
You will be supported by Course Tutor Cathy Stevens, ISTD Lecturer, and Examiner. This genre specific unit can be carried over and combined with the other DDE units to complete the full DDE qualification.
Achieving all five units of the DDE offers a clear pathway to becoming a qualified dance teacher with the ISTD and incorporates the latest research in dance teaching.
Entry requirements
- Age 18+
- Some experience of being within a teaching environment or a desire to follow a teaching pathway
- Comprehensive knowledge of the syllabus from Primary to Intermediate levels
- Excellent standard of English, including the ability to understand spoken and written English and to complete written assignments. This should be at a level equivalent to GCSE English Grade 4/C or above, or IELTS Level 6
- Applicants must have already completed: DDE Unit 3: Vocational Graded Examination in Dance: Intermediate (or equivalent)
How to apply
Apply now via the online application form. Successful candidates will be invited to an online interview.
Application Deadline: Friday 31st July 2026
For more information, please contact academyinfo@istdacademy.org or visit the website.
