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Dance – Dance Arts in Context
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Dance – Dance Arts in Context

4 year(s)
Bachelor
Full-time
Starts September
English
Tilburg

Love to create, perform, and shape your future on stages across the world? Join our unique programme.

Admission timeline

January 2026

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Create your own dance style and shine on global stages

During the program, you develop your own dance style and improve your choreography skills. You also learn about the newest trends in dance. You explore different ideas and learn to perform and create in a welcoming, international environment.

Is this study programme for you?

  • A versatile programme that opens doors to endless dance opportunities

    From creative expression to technical skills, you explore every side of dance.

  • You are an authentic dancer. We help you to grow individually and work together

    Three profiles to choose from: Contemporary, Contemporary Urban, Choreography.

  • It demands a lot of time and effort, but the warm community will help you

    One will encourage you to become the best version of yourself, not to compete.

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What I really like is the variety of styles we get to explore

Sameepta

Student Contemporary Urban year 4

What I really like about the programme is the variety of styles we get to explore – there's a bit of everything, which I find very appealing. There’s a lot of freedom as well; everyone is working on different things in their own way. That’s definitely what attracts me most!

Dance is my strength, my passion and my way of telling stories

Ghislaine

Alumnus

During my training, I discovered my love for dance. I was also given the space to develop my own artistic voice.The broad education gave me a strong foundation while allowing me to delve into my own fascinations. For me, that was the Martha Graham technique. Already during my studies, I travelled to New York to experience this style up close. After graduating, I decided to stay there and got the chance to dance with the Martha Graham Second Company. My dedication was rewarded with the Armgard von Bardeleben Award for Excellence in Graham Technique.I now work as a professional dancer with various companies and teach the Graham technique here in New York.

Dance is more than a profession for me, it is a way to tell stories, share emotions and constantly reinvent myself.

The programme provides the space and safety to discover your own artistic core

Annemijn

Alumnus

The Choreography programme taught me to get as close as possible to my artistic core. To do so, I felt I had to unlearn many things and test many more ideas and concepts.The programme ensured that I could get new input and knowledge from different assignments and teachers. It is difficult to ‘learn’ how to become a choreographer, the study programme offers the space and safety to discover your own artistic core and in that process there is plenty of room to try, fail and try again.

My journey has been non-linear, but dance remains central to my life and work

Patricia

Alumnus

I started my dance education at Fontys, specializing in Contemporary Urban. Despite graduating during the Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted my plans, I shifted focus to teaching and exploring other interests. I later studied Psychology at Tilburg University and pursued a Master's in Dance Movement Therapy at Codarts Rotterdam, combining my passions for dance and psychology.

Throughout my studies, I continued teaching and joined the collective 'vloeistof' in Tilburg. I also developed a course called Stress Release via Dans, aimed at helping people connect with their bodies and release emotions through guided exercises.Additionally, I work at a creative daycare and after-school program, enjoying my time with children.

My journey has been non-linear, but dance remains central to my life and work.
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Your programme

Develop your own signature in our challenging programme

Dance Arts in Context is a broad programme that challenges you artistically, physically, and theoretically. You create your own learning path in a supportive environment, encouraging you to explore and experiment. This results in diverse dancers with their own unique styles.

Your programme

What are you going to learn?

  • Collaborate, create, and produce with others, even beyond traditional theater settings

    Engage in creative dialogue with national and international partners.

  • Discuss complex social issues to foster deeper connections with fellow students

    Topics include inclusivity, gender and body positivity, and racism.

  • Join interdisciplinary projects with students of other art programmes

    Fellow dance students from more than 25 different countries form a great network.

Your programme

What will the next 4 years look like?

You explore your interests and have many opportunities to perform and collaborate globally. The dance world seeks talented artists who can stand out. In an inclusive and vibrant dance environment, you develop your unique signature as a dance artist or choreographer.

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Your future

You know how to express your artistry

Immerse yourself in a diverse dance environment, exploring various perspectives on dance today and tomorrow. This prepares you for valuable positions in both the performing arts and the broader society. Graduate with an international network in dance and other fields.

Admission & application

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  • You must have a diploma of higher secondary education that is equivalent to Dutch standards.

    Make sure to check all admission requirements.

  • A minimum level of proficiency in the English language is required.

Admission & application

Admission process

For this programme you must first audition.

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Our campus

A unique, vibrant and experimental place.

Tilburg is a lively student city; a ‘City of Makers’ that stimulates the imagination and is raw and contrary. On the Zwijsenplein campus, you will find our 17 arts programmes in music, dance, theatre, circus, design, art education and architecture under one roof. A unique, vibrant and experimental place. Here, students create, with art, the world of tomorrow.

Campus Zwijsenplein

Tilburg is a vibrant student city; a ‘City of Creators’ that stimulates the imagination and is raw and unconventional. On the Zwijsenplein campus, you will find our 17 art programmes in the field of music, dance, theatre, circus, design, art education and architecture all under one roof. A unique, bustling, and experimental place. Students create the world of tomorrow here with art.

Costs

Curious about the costs of this study programme? 

Use our tuition fees indicator and understand the monthly living expenses for international students in the Netherlands, ranging from EUR 900 to EUR 1,100.

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Pre-course

Some people may not be prepared to start the first year of the Bachelor Dance programme immediately. Fontys also provides dance pre-courses (Dutch only).

Dance – Dance Arts in Context

Start

September

Language

English

Duration

4 year(s)

Degree

Bachelor

Study load

Location

Tilburg

Specs

Dance – Dance Arts in Context

Start

September

Language

English

Duration

4 year(s)

Degree

Bachelor

Study load

Location

Tilburg
January 2026

Admission timeline

Wondering what's to come after applying for this programme? Go over the entire admission process.

Dance - Dance Arts in Context

Admission timeline

Wondering what's to come after applying for this programme? Check out the entire admission process.

  • Start your orientation for September

    Have you attended a study orientation event already?

    Take a look at our orientation events

  • Register

    Register for the course via Studielink

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  • Admissions assessment

    For this course, you will first complete an assessment. More information can be found under Requirements & application.

    Studielink
    Please note: You can only be admitted once you have successfully completed this.

  • End of August

    Get to know Fontys and your fellow students during Purple Introduction week.

    Take a look at your introduction programme

  • 1 September 2025

    Start study programme
Study choice events

You can sign up for online and live events throughout the academic year.

Open Day

Wondering if this programme is right for you? Visit our Open Day and find out! Meet students and teachers, learn more about the programme through presentations and take a walk around the campus. Check the full programme and register today!

Open Day

October 25, 2025
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Frequently asked questions

There are some theory classes, but not many per week. The subjects vary a lot, from history to communication. Sometimes you must carry out theory assignments, individually or in a team.

You will get a couple of assignments. We will look for creativity and learnability. You don't have to be a perfect dancer, but you must be able to work in an eager and divers group of people.

No, you don’t need to be perfect. We look for potential, creativity and personal movement quality, not perfection. It’s okay if you are stronger in one style than another. During the audition, we want to see your personality, your curiosity, and how you connect to movement and space.

Yes, the programme is challenging and full-time. You dance every day, and you work on both your body and your artistic ideas. But there is also space to rest, reflect and grow. Teachers help you with planning and finding balance. Most students find the pressure manageable because they love what they do.

The atmosphere is open, creative and international. Students and teachers respect each other and support each other’s growth. You are free to express yourself and develop your own dance style. There is a lot of collaboration and personal feedback, and students often say they feel seen and safe here.