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Course code: CUA50820P | CRICOS Code: 110849B
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Diploma of Music (Performance)
OverviewAbout this pathway
A TAFE NSW vocational pathway allows you to carefully plan your study to achieve your career goals. This pathway allows you to study the Certificate III in Music (Performance) (0.5 Years) and the Diploma of Music (Performance) (1 Year).
When you apply for these courses together, you can apply for your Student Visa to cover the duration of your study.
Courses includedThis pathway includes
CRICOS Code: 110848C | National Code: CUA30920
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Academic Requirements:
- Year 10 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you require may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
COURSE INTAKES
for 2025
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimo | Feb (Full) | $8,100 AUD |
for 2026
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $8,100 AUD |
CRICOS Code: 110849B | National Code: CUA50820
The Diploma of Music (Performance) is delivered through a comprehensive fusion of practical training and industry expertise. Elevate your talents in performance, music technology, composition and theory and grasp the business acumen vital for freelance musicians.
Guided by seasoned music professionals, you'll be able to tap into TAFE NSW's resources, including an expansive instrument and accessory pool. Delve into stagecraft, repertoire development, composition, and performance technology and acquire pivotal skills, from vocal technique to music arrangement.
With numerous opportunities to perform live at our end-of-term and end-of-semester shows, you'll graduate ready to take on the dynamic landscape of the music industry.
Subject area: Music StudiesENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Academic Requirements:
- Year 12 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
Additional Requirement:
- Submission of video or audio files or attend an audition demonstrating your musical performance ability across two genres of music. The audition will take place via an online video conferencing platform such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
- Complete a CUA30920 Certificate III in Music (Performance)
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you require may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
COURSE INTAKES
for 2025
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimo | Feb | $13,220 AUD |
for 2026
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $13,220 AUD |
SuitabilityIs this pathway suitable?
It is important that your chosen study pathway is right for you. All courses have requirements for your application which help determine your suitability for a course. At TAFE NSW we want you to be confident in your decision and successful in your studies.
- Academics: Year 10 or equivalent
- English: Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent