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 \n• You will always find the most up-to-date version of this specification on our website at  \n[aqa.org.uk/7237](aqa.org.uk/7237)  \n• We will write to you if there are significant changes to the specification.  \n[4](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7237 for the most up-to-date specification)[ Visit](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7237 for the most up-to-date specification)[ ](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7237 for the most up-to-date specification)[aqa.org.uk/7237](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7237 for the most up-to-date specification)[ for the most up-to-date specification](4 Visit aqa.org.uk/7237 for the most up-to-date specification), resources, support and administration  \n1 Introduction  \n1.1 Why choose AQA for A-level Dance An exciting and diverse specification, accessible for all  \nA-level Dance is a dynamic qualification which encourages students to develop their creative and intellectual capacity, alongside transferable skills such as team working, communication and problem solving. All of these are sought after skills by higher education and employers and will help them stand out in the workplace whatever their choice of career.  \nThis specification reflects both historical and current dance practices, making it more relevant, and inspires a lifelong passion and appreciation for dance.  \nWe recognise the role of dance in young people’s lives and your students will be able to study a range of dance styles. We’ve set relevant and exciting sources for all choreography and broadened our areas of study. Students can perform and choreograph in a style of their choice for the group work, providing it meets the assessment criteria.  \nWe’ve also taken care to ensure the assessment structure will give students of all abilities the chance to excel.  \nAssessments are clear, well-structured and easy to understand. Exam questions take a variety of styles; this helps to build students’ confidence and gives them the opportunity to be accurately and fairly awarded marks.  \nMarking you can trust  \nYour students will receive the grade that fairly represents their achievement and skills.  \nClear progression to higher education and beyond  \nWe’ve bridged the gap between A-level and higher education providers, giving your students the skills and experience to better prepare them for the demands of higher education or the workplace. 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