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Choreography

Universities
10
Programs
12
Major category
Art Studies

Specialization introduction

Major introduction

The Choreography program teaches you to tell stories through the body, from creative conception to stage presentation, making you the soul creator of dance works.

Program overview

The Choreography program, simply put, teaches you how to 'choreograph' and 'direct' dance. You not only need to be able to dance, but also understand how to turn ideas into movements and movements into works. Core courses include choreography techniques, dance structure, music editing, stage design, dance history, and some knowledge of theater and multimedia. Chinese universities have a unique advantage in this field: abundant resources in ethnic folk dances, such as Tibetan, Mongolian, and Dai styles. Many schools take students on field trips to incorporate traditional elements into modern creations. Who is this program suitable for? First, you need a dance foundation (at least a few years of training). Second, you should be thoughtful, creative, and enjoy teamwork—because choreographers often work with dancers, lighting, and music. If you are passionate about expressing emotions through the body and have ideas about social issues, this program will be a great fit.

Major prospects

现在中国的演出市场越来越活跃，从大型实景演出（比如“印象”系列）到小剧场实验舞蹈，都需要编导。另外，短视频和综艺节目也催生了“舞蹈编导”的需求，很多舞蹈类节目（如《舞蹈风暴》）背后都有专业编导团队。文旅融合也是大趋势，景区、主题公园的驻场演出需要编导设计节目。国际学生值得关注的方向：一是中国民族民间舞的现代化改编，二是跨文化舞蹈交流（比如把中国元素和你的本国文化结合），三是舞蹈与科技（如VR、动作捕捉）的结合。这个领域在中国还在上升期，机会不少。

Career prospects

毕业后可以去专业舞团（如中央芭蕾舞团、上海歌舞团）当编导，或者去演出公司、文化传媒公司做策划和导演。也可以进学校当舞蹈老师（中小学或培训机构），或者自己开工作室接项目。影视行业也需要舞蹈编导，比如电影、广告中的舞蹈场景设计。薪资方面，刚入行在一线城市（北京、上海）月薪大概8000-15000元，有经验后项目制收入更高，一场大型演出的编导费可能几万到几十万不等。如果做自由职业，收入波动会大些，但时间灵活。国际学生如果中文好，还可以做中外文化交流项目的策划。

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