RAD Higher Education Programmes
3a - Certificate in Benesh Movement Notation

The Certificate in Benesh Movement Notation (CBMN) provides a thorough grounding in the principles and usage of the Benesh notation system for all those with an interest in the observation, analysis and recording of human movement.

BMN is most widely used in the recording and restaging of dance works, where it has proved invaluable, both as a day-to-day tool in the rehearsal studio, and as a means of preserving our dance heritage. But the Benesh system is, and can be, much more than a means of recording theatre dance. It has been used successfully by anthropologists, by physiotherapists to analyse and record patient movement, and even in an ergonomic study of seating in an airport.

In this programme, you will learn the fundamental principles of BMN and how to apply these in a number of contexts. The emphasis of the programme is on reading and recording dance, but whether your interest is in Ballet or Bharata Natyam, we hope to offer you a stimulating and useful programme of study.

The CBMN programme is modular in structure, and is delivered by distance learning, part-time over two years. In exceptional circumstances where students already have a considerable knowledge of BMN, it may be possible to give credit for prior learning, allowing students to complete the programme in a shorter time.

Comprehensive Module Study Guides and a Programme Handbook will provide you with the teaching, learning and organisational materials that you will need to complete the programme successfully. Specialist tutors will advise and support you throughout the programme.

The total study time for the programme is 1200 hours delivered between January and October. Studies are divided into 10 week periods. Students will be required to study part-time over two successive years (20 hours per week)

This CBMN programme will enable you to acquire sufficient knowledge to use the notation as a versatile personal tool. If you wish to become a professional notator, successful completion of the CBMN programme will provide the key entry requirement for the Diploma for Professional Benesh Movement Notators.

Entry Requirements
This programme is delivered and assessed in English. If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence that shows you have a competent use of the English language, for example you could obtain one of the following:

We need to know that you have some knowledge of dance/human movement, as evidenced by your personal statement on the application form, but we require no formal academic qualifications. You will be called for interview (either in person or by phone), to discuss your interest in movement and BMN and to assess your suitability to undertake a distance learning programme.

Award
Successful completion of the programme leads to the award of the Certificate in Benesh Movement Notation, validated by the Royal Academy of Dance.

For full programme details apply to the Faculty of Education faculty@rad.org.uk

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