Eric Assandri

Eric Assandri is Programme Lead for the Postgraduate Placement Scheme (PPS) and Lecturer in Performance at the Northern School of Contemporary Dance (NSCD). With 21 years in higher education, he specializes in classical ballet training and inclusive pedagogy. He holds dual roles as Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) examiner and academic leader.

• Academic Qualifications: PGCLTHE (University of Leeds), MSET (Society for Education and Training), DEUG Lettres (Université de Nice)
• Professional Certifications: QTLS, SilverSwans Licensee, Mental Health First Aider

His research explores technology's role in ballet education and ethical teaching practices, notably publishing in Research in Dance Education (2019). Eric's career spans performance (soloist with Salzburg Ballet), pedagogical innovation, and institutional governance (NSCD Board of Governors 2004-2012).

Teaching responsibilities include module leadership for BA Dance Techniques and curriculum development for postgraduate programs. Recent professional development focuses on neurodiversity, safeguarding, and decolonizing dance education.