DOCH School of Dance and Circus

DOCH School of Dance and Circus, part of Stockholm University of the Arts, is internationally recognized for advanced education in dance, choreography, circus arts, and movement performance. The institution offers professional programs emphasizing artistic innovation, creativity, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration at the highest academic level. Students receive intensive training in contemporary dance techniques, improvisation, choreography, and stage performance from internationally respected educators and artists. The school also hosts performances, workshops, and artistic research initiatives that contribute significantly to Sweden’s cultural landscape. Modern facilities and strong international connections support advanced artistic development and creative experimentation. Through its academic excellence and creative approach, DOCH remains one of Scandinavia’s most influential dance education institutions, shaping the next generation of professional dancers, choreographers, and movement researchers who go on to work across the globe. Its graduates are among the most internationally celebrated Swedish artists, reflecting the extraordinary quality and ambition of the education DOCH provides. Its close relationship with Stockholm University of the Arts ensures that students receive both a world-class artistic education and the academic context needed to understand and contribute to the broader field of performing arts. Its programs continue to attract students who are passionate about dance and committed to developing their skills in a supportive, professional, and inspiring environment.