Admissions Requirements and Procedure
The two-stage admissions examination for foundation studies at Zurich Dance Academy (taZ) is aimed at girls and boys aged 11 to 12. The examination consists of two stages: (1) aptitude test; (2) entrance test. Candidates who pass the aptitude test will be admitted to the entrance test. The aptitude test examines candidatess physical suitability for dance studies. A further requirement is the completion of primary school in the summer of 2025, in order to ensure transfer to secondary school.
The two-stage admissions examination of for the 2025/26 school year will take place as follows:
Aptitude test: Saturday 18 January 2025.
Entrance test: Saturday, 25 January 2025.
Application deadline is Monday, 13 January 2025.
The tests will be held on Level 7, Toni-Areal, Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK).
Please complete the registration form (below for download) and enclose 1 passport photograph (3,5 x 4,5 cm) and 1 full body photograph (10 x 15 cm) in tightly fitted ballet or gymnastic suits. Application documents must be sent per e-mail to info.tanz@zhdk.ch or per mail to the following address: Zurich University of the Arts, Zurich Dance Academy (taZ), Toni-Areal, Pfingstweidstrasse 96, P.O. Box, 8031 Zurich.