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Diploma of Musical Theatre

CUA50220
Education & trainingDiplomaNationally recognised
Level 5AQF level
16Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
13Training providers
Oct 2022Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (CUA50220, 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 facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Musical Theatre PerformerCabaret Performer
Industries
Theatre
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for CUA50220 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 16 units: 6 core plus 10 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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BSBCRT412Articulate, present and debate ideas
BSBCRT512Originate and develop concepts
BSBMKG546Develop social media engagement plans
BSBPMG430Undertake project work
BSBPRC402Negotiate contracts
CUAACT411Use acting techniques in performance
CUAACT412Develop and apply acting techniques for musical theatre
CUAACT413Develop and apply comedy techniques for musical theatre
CUAACT414Develop and apply specialist acting techniques for musical theatre repertoire
CUABRT415Provide technical support during virtual and hybrid events
CUABRT502Manage and operate technical requirements for virtual and hybrid events
CUACHR411Create and perform dance pieces
CUACHR511Create and perform complex dance pieces
CUACIR401Develop acrobatic techniques for theatrical performances
CUACMP511Manage copyright arrangements
CUADAN413Develop expertise in jazz dance techniques
CUADAN432Improvise advanced dance sequences
CUADAN517Refine dance partnering techniques
CUADES523Design virtual and hybrid events
CUADLT411Document dance
CUADLT412Explore the relationship between music and dance
CUADRT511Direct rehearsals of performers
CUAIND411Extend expertise in specialist creative fields
CUAIND412Provide freelance services
CUAMKG511Manage the promotion of creative acts
CUAMLT511Refine aural perception and memory skills
CUAMPF412Develop and apply stagecraft skills
CUAMPF417Develop vocal techniques
CUAMPF420Perform music from written notation
CUAMPF512Use interactive technology in performances
CUAMPF514Perform improvisation for audiences
CUAMPF612Manage stagecraft aspects of performances
CUAMPF615Develop advanced vocal techniques
CUAMUP511Apply theatrical make-up and hairstyles
CUAMWB401Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries
CUAMWB402Manage feedback on creative practice
CUAMWB403Prepare to work with confronting material and processes in the creative industries
CUAPPM422Organise and facilitate rehearsals
CUAPPM511Manage small-scale live productions
CUAPPR512Develop sustainability of own professional practice
CUAPRF412Develop conceptual and expressive skills as a performer
CUAPRF413Use different performance techniques
CUAPRF418Perform solo in a musical theatre context
CUAPRF419Perform in a musical theatre ensemble
CUAPRF511Refine performance techniques
CUAPRF513Prepare for and perform in competitive environments
CUAPRF514Refine musical theatre techniques
CUAPRF611Extend musical theatre performance techniques to a professional level
CUARES501Refine conceptual understanding of dance
CUAVOS411Develop singing techniques for musical theatre
CUAVOS412Develop specialist singing techniques for musical theatre repertoire
CUAVOS413Develop vocal techniques for musical theatre
CUAWHS406Interact appropriately with children in performing arts environments
CUAWHS411Apply movement and behavioural principles to conditioning
CUAWHS412Participate in gym and resistance training for performances
CUAWHS413Incorporate anatomy principles into skill development
CUAWHS511Maintain a high level of fitness for performance
CUAWRT402Write extended stories
CUAWRT501Write about dance
CUAWRT503Write about music
CUAWRT512Develop storylines and treatments
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the CUA50220 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 facts

Who offers it

13 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

AUSMUSICBased in VIC · Registered since 1993→
Brent Street Pty LtdBased in NSW · Registered since 2009→
College of Sound and Music ProductionBased in VIC · Registered since 2016→
Dance Factory Pty. Ltd.Based in VIC · Registered since 1996→
Dynamite Studios AcademyBased in QLD · Registered since 2012→
Empowerdance Pty LtdBased in SA · Registered since 2011→
Hand to Hand Academy Pty LtdBased in ACT · Registered since 2014→
International Screen AcademyBased in NSW · Registered since 2013→
Lee Academy Dance & Performing ArtsBased in NSW · Registered since 2012→
Oxygen CollegeBased in VIC · Registered since 2010→
Queensland College of DanceBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
Raw Dance Company Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2016→
The National Institute of Dramatic ArtBased in NSW · Registered since 2001→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.