Urban / Hip Hop
About the programme
The Urban Dance Studies programme offers a comprehensive education that integrates dance technique, creative practice, cultural and historical context, and the development of an individual artistic voice. Students engage in an in-depth exploration of a range of urban dance practices, including hip hop, popping, locking, house, vogue and dancehall, alongside commercial dance. Through practical movement research, the programme also examines the history and evolution of urban dance cultures, providing students with a deeper understanding of their origins, values and contemporary forms.
The programme creates a dialogue between freestyle and choreography, as well as underground and commercial dance scenes, with a strong emphasis on artistic exploration and the development of an individual dance identity. Students learn to develop their own work independently – from an initial concept and movement research to the creation of a choreography, a performance piece or a full-scale stage production.
The educational process is grounded in an individual and mentorship-based approach. Lecturers guide students in developing their technical, creative and artistic potential, while supporting them in identifying their own interests and shaping an independent path within the diverse field of urban dance practices.
Curriculum
180 ECTS in total for the study programme.
| # | Predmet | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conditioning for Dancers I. | 3 |
| 2 | Psychology of Learning | 3 |
| 3 | Preventive Dance Medicine | 3 |
| 4 | Music Basics through Tap dance I. | 3 |
| 5 | Selective Chapters from Pedagogy and Base Didactics | 5 |
| 6 | Acting | 3 |
| 7 | Dance History I. | 3 |
| 8 | History of Urban Dance I. | 4 |
| 9 | Urban Dance Fundamentals | 5 |
| 10 | Urban Dance Technique I. | 8 |
| 11 | History of Urban Dance II. | 4 |
| 12 | Urban Dance Technique II. | 8 |
| 13 | Urban Dance Improvisation I. | 5 |
| 14 | Elective Course I. | 3 |
| Total Year 1 | 60 | |
| # | Predmet | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conditioning for Dancers II. | 3 |
| 2 | Dance History II. | 3 |
| 3 | Music Basics through Tap dance II. | 3 |
| 4 | Dance Theater | 3 |
| 5 | Urban Dance Technique III. | 8 |
| 6 | Urban Dance Improvisation II. | 3 |
| 7 | Partnering | 3 |
| 8 | Intercultural Dance Practices | 3 |
| 9 | Urban Dance Technique IV. | 8 |
| 10 | Urban Dance Choreography | 3 |
| 11 | Composition and Creative Process of Research in Urban Dance I. | 10 |
| 12 | Contemporary Dance Technique I. | 4 |
| 13 | Elective course II. | 3 |
| 14 | Elective course III. | 3 |
| Total Year 2 | 60 | |
| # | Predmet | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conditioning for Dancers III. | 3 |
| 2 | Pedagogical Practice | 5 |
| 3 | Morphology of Dance Film | 3 |
| 4 | Stage Technology Basics | 3 |
| 5 | Urban Dance Technique V. | 8 |
| 6 | Teaching Methodology of Urban Dance | 6 |
| 7 | Urban Dance Technique VI. | 8 |
| 8 | Musical I. | 5 |
| 9 | Composition and Creative Process of Research in Urban Dance II. | 10 |
| 10 | Musical II. | 3 |
| 11 | Diploma | 3 |
| 12 | Elective IV. | 3 |
| Total Year 3 | 60 | |
| Predmet | ECTS |
|---|---|
| Information Technology | 3 |
| Acting II | 3 |
| Choreology | 3 |
| Organisation and Management in Culture | 3 |
| Acro fusion | 3 |
| Ballet: Floore Barre | 3 |
| Basic circus skills for dancers | 3 |
| Dance in high heels | 3 |
| Mandatory courses from other study programs | — |
The list does not include all elective courses. Students will also have the option to choose courses from other study programs, as well as elective courses from other study programs offered within Alma Mater. Students may also take elective courses at other faculties (external electives). Elective courses are offered in accordance with the course implementation plan.
An elective course will be offered provided that at least 5 students select it.
Decision of the KŠZ, 22 March 2023
In the 2022/23 academic year a new curriculum was adopted for the higher education study programme Dance, Choreography in the fields of Ballet, Contemporary Dance and Urban Dance. Students who enrolled in a field in previous academic years may complete the old programme until the 2024/25 academic year. After that date all students must complete their studies under the new programme. In the event that studies continue after 2024/25, the Committee for Study Affairs is responsible for aligning students’ records and determining any additional requirements.
Open the door to your dance journey.
Apply for the audition.
Take the first step on your dance path and apply for the audition for the 2026/27 academic year. Here you will find all the information about the application deadline, admission requirements and how the audition for the Urban / Hip Hop programme is run.