CUA60113 - Advanced Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance)
Course code C41
This nationally-recognised qualification is the second year of the vocational dance program. It takes a holistic approach to the needs of the dancer of the future, building the skills required for lifelong sustainability in the dance profession.
The course encourages dancers' individuality, confidence, flair and creativity. Students take classes in ballet, repertoire, pointe, contemporary, choreography, performance, dance history, music and acting for dance.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
C41
Admissions
Fees
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
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See Course Details for further information.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
C41
Fees
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
This course is not offered on-campus or online to international students.
See Course Details for further information.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.
All applicants are required to attend an audition. In the audition, candidates must demonstrate competence in at least one dance style at a Diploma level.
It is desirable that all applicants demonstrate dance expertise through extensive vocational experience, or in grades achieved in different dance styles through dance societies that run examinations linked to certification levels.
All applicants are required to normally be turning at least 17 by 30th June in the year of commencing the course.NoteFor more information, including guidelines for specific disciplines, please see our Interviews, folios and auditions web page.
Academic admission requirements (Band 1) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Completion of Year 10 or equivalent.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 10 English completion or equivalent.
Applications for this course are not accepted through ECU's Experience Based Entry Scheme.
Course Details
Choose student typeSemester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Mount Lawley
Semester availability
This course is not offered on-campus or online to international students.
Course Structure
The Training Package rules require 7 Core units plus 11 Elective units. At WAAPA these 18 VET Units of Competency are clustered within the course delivery units of Ballet, Contemporary, Pas de Deux/Duo, Performance, Anatomy, Choreography, Dance History, Music for Dance, Nutrition.
Year 1 - VET Full
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| CUADAN603 | Extend ballet technique to a professional level |
| CUADAN602 | Perform advanced classical ballet technique |
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| CUADAN604 | Extend ballet performance skills to a professional level |
| CUADAN605 | Perform pas de deux at a professional level |
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| CUADAN606 | Extend pointe work techniques to a professional level |
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| CUADAN607 | Extend contemporary dance technique to a professional level |
| CUADAN608 | Extend contemporary dance performance skills to a professional level |
| CUADAN610 | Extend allied contemporary dance techniques at a professional level |
| CUADAN611 | Perform virtuoso contemporary dance technique |
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| CUADAN601 | Perform dance repertoire at a professional level |
| CUAPPR502 | Develop own sustainable professional practice |
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| CUAWHS602 | Develop techniques for maintaining resilience in a competitive environment |
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| CUACHR501 | Create and perform complex dance pieces |
| CUAMPF602 | Manage stagecraft aspects of performances |
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| CUARES501 | Refine conceptual understanding of dance |
Year 1 - Semester 1
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| CUAWRT501 | Write about dance |
Year 1 - Semester 2
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| CUAMUP501 | Apply theatrical make-up and hairstyles |
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| CUADAN609 | Extend cultural dance performance skills to a professional level |
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| CUAWHS601 | Apply advanced gym and weight training to ballet |
Note: Some students may have previously completed CUVPRP502A in the Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance).
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookFees and Scholarships
Choose student typeVET course fees are set by the WA Government and they vary from course to course. For more information, please go to Fees and Scholarships.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
This course prepares the talented practitioner for the demands of work in mainstream dance companies in Australia and overseas, by providing intense practical experience, both technical and stylistic, in classes and through performance opportunities.
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Student
stories
"WAAPA was an invaluable experience and gave me many opportunities"
The Advanced Diploma course delivered exceptional training for me to develop many skills to become a professional dancer. The course involved choreographic practice, learning critical thinking skills and applying dance knowledge in performance.
It definitely contributed to my success in the professional dance industry
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