Diploma of Music
CUA50825
Education & trainingDiplomaNationally recognised
Level 5AQF level
16Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
10Training providers
Aug 2025Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQF
Qualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (CUA50825, 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 factsOccupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Vocalist/SingerInstrumentalistMusic ProducerMusic PromoterMusic/Artist ManagerMusic ResearcherMusic PublisherMusicianSound DesignerBand LeaderComposer
Industries
Music Industry
Source: training.gov.au
As listed for CUA50825 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 factsWhat you learn
To finish you complete 16 units: 4 core plus 12 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.
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BSBCRT413Collaborate in creative processes
BSBCRT512Originate and develop concepts
BSBESB402Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
BSBFIN501Manage budgets and financial plans
BSBMKG541Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
BSBMKG542Establish and monitor the marketing mix
BSBMKG543Plan and interpret market research
BSBMKG546Develop social media engagement plans
BSBMKG547Develop strategies to monetise digital engagement
BSBMKG548Forecast international market and business needs
BSBMKG549Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets
BSBMKG550Promote products and services to international markets
BSBMKG552Design and develop marketing communication plans
BSBMKG553Develop public relations campaigns
BSBOPS505Manage organisational customer service
BSBPEF501Manage personal and professional development
BSBPMG430Undertake project work
BSBSTR501Establish innovative work environments
BSBTEC501Develop and implement an e-commerce strategy
BSBWHS411Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs
BSBWHS512Contribute to managing work-related psychological health and safety
CUABRT415Provide technical support during virtual and hybrid events
CUABRT502Manage and operate technical requirements for virtual and hybrid events
CUACMP511Manage copyright arrangements
CUADES511Implement design solutions
CUADES523Design virtual and hybrid events
CUAFIM511Source funding for projects
CUAFOH511Manage front of house services
CUAIND412Provide freelance services
CUAIND512Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge
CUALED501Provide instrumental or vocal tuition
CUALED502Provide tuition for composition
CUALGT413Set up and operate lighting cues and effects
CUALGT512Manage installation of lighting systems
CUALGT513Manage lighting operations for outdoor events
CUAMCP411Develop techniques for arranging music
CUAMCP412Compose musical pieces
CUAMCP511Compose music using music technology
CUAMCP512Compose music for screen
CUAMCP513Prepare compositions for publishing and performance
CUAMGT404Administer artists' royalty income
CUAMGT411Manage distribution of music and associated products
CUAMGT412Administer music publishing income
CUAMGT413Manage licensing and assignment of works
CUAMGT511Manage artists and their careers
CUAMGT512Identify and develop new music artists
CUAMKG511Manage the promotion of creative acts
CUAMLT402Articulate ideas about music
CUAMLT511Refine aural perception and memory skills
CUAMPF411Rehearse music for group performances
CUAMPF412Develop and apply stagecraft skills
CUAMPF413Develop repertoire as part of a backup group
CUAMPF416Perform music as a soloist
CUAMPF418Develop performance techniques on a second instrument
CUAMPF420Perform music from written notation
CUAMPF511Develop programs for performances
CUAMPF512Use interactive technology in performances
CUAMPF513Perform solo accompaniment
CUAMPF514Perform improvisation for audiences
CUAMPF515Develop instrumental techniques and expand repertoire
CUAMPF516Prepare for and perform live auditions
CUAMPF517Provide musical leadership in performances
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
CUAPOS412Manage media assets
CUAPPM433Coordinate touring arrangements
CUAPPR512Develop sustainability of own professional practice
CUAPUR511Establish and manage recording contracts
CUARES502Critique cultural works
CUASOU410Record sound on location
CUASOU413Manage audio system control networks
CUASOU414Manage wireless audio operations
CUASOU417Edit sound
CUASOU418Edit dialogue
CUASOU419Mix recorded music
CUASOU421Mix audio for live productions
CUASOU422Reproduce sound for post-production
CUASOU504Produce sound recordings
CUASOU505Implement sound designs
CUASOU506Create a final sound balance
CUASOU511Manage audio operations for outdoor events
CUASOU512Manage operation of stage monitor systems
CUASOU513Develop sound designs
CUASOU517Compile music for soundtracks
CUAWRT503Write about music
FNSORG501Develop and manage a budget
SITEEVT025Select event venues and sites
SITEEVT026Manage event production components
SITEEVT027Organise event infrastructure
SITEEVT028Manage on-site event operations
SITEEVT030Develop event concepts
SITXGLC002Identify and manage legal risks and comply with law
SITXMPR015Obtain and manage sponsorship
Source: training.gov.au
Unit list from the CUA50825 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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