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Diploma of Performing Arts
11388NAT
OtherDiplomaNationally recognisedAccredited course
Level 5AQF level
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
1Training providers
Aug 2025Accredited from
Source: training.gov.au · AQF
Qualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (11388NAT, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Diploma; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our factsWhat you learn
Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.
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CUAACT411Use acting techniques in performance
CUACHR413Develop choreography skills
CUADAN415Develop expertise in street dance techniques
CUADAN515Refine contemporary dance techniques
CUADAN516Refine cultural dance techniques
CUADAN517Refine dance partnering techniques
CUADAN518Develop expertise in allied contemporary dance techniques
CUADAN531Refine dance techniques
CUAIND311Work effectively in the creative arts industry
CUAMCP312Write song lyrics
CUAMCP412Compose musical pieces
CUAMLT402Articulate ideas about music
CUAMLT511Refine aural perception and memory skills
CUAMPF412Develop and apply stagecraft skills
CUAMPF414Perform music as part of a group
CUAMPF415Develop and apply instrumental techniques
CUAMPF420Perform music from written notation
CUAMPF511Develop programs for performances
CUAMPF515Develop instrumental techniques and expand repertoire
CUAPPR414Develop self as artist
CUAPRF311Create and perform stories for theatre
CUAPRF414Develop movement skills for performance
CUAPRF511Refine performance techniques
CUAPRF513Prepare for and perform in competitive environments
CUARES612Extend cultural research expertise
CUAVOS312Develop vocal techniques for use in performance
CUAVOS411Develop singing techniques for musical theatre
CUAWHS511Maintain a high level of fitness for performance
NAT11388001Extend and play a character for roles
NAT11388002Extend skills in improvisation
NAT11388003Extend acting skills for screen
NAT11388004Develop vocal skills for acting
NAT11388005Develop physical theatre skills and techniques
NAT11388006Investigate a range of text-based works
NAT11388007Perform theatre from a range of text-based works
NAT11388008Create Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance fusion
NAT11388009Examine a cross-section of contemporary music styles
NAT11388010Refine fusion dance techniques
NAT11388011Refine commercial dance techniques
Source: training.gov.au
Unit list from the 11388NAT unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our factsWho offers it
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