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Performance VET Specialisation

Creative thinkers made here.
Creative thinkers made here.

About this VET Specialisation

Designed for musicians wishing to expand their songwriting, instrumental (including vocal), ensemble and musicianship skills. Students attend classes in songwriting, media performance, history, theory, aural and second study.

On completion, a successful music artist would be expected to gain national industry recognition.

Special entry requirements

All applicants are required to have completed a Diploma of Music (or equivalent) or have extensive vocational experience in music practice, and attend an audition. In addition, all applicants are normally expected to be turning at least 17 by 30th June in the year of commencing the course. A written theory/aural may also be required.

Code VSAAAW

Availability & Campus

Location Availability
Joondalup
Mount Lawley
South West
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Details

Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1

OHS
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAPPR515Establish and maintain safe creative practice

Year 1 - Semester 2

Business Skills
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAMLT512Assess significance of music and apply knowledge to professional practice
CUAPPR613Engage in the business of creative practice

Year 1 - VET Full

Music Production Techniques
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAMCP611Extend techniques for arranging music
CUAMPF517Provide musical leadership in performances
Songwriting
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAMCP612Extend techniques for composing music
Aural
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAMLT611Analyse music
Theory
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAMLT612Analyse complex harmony
Ensemble
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAMPF611Plan and present music performances
Performance Preparation
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAMPF612Manage stagecraft aspects of performances
Principal Study
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAMPF613Refine performance techniques and expand repertoire
Ensemble
Unit Code Unit Title
CUAMPF617Lead music rehearsals
Studio Skills
Unit Code Unit Title
CUASOU504Produce sound recordings
History
Unit Code Unit Title
CUARES502Critique cultural works

Year 1 - Term 4

Copyright
Unit Code Unit Title
CUACMP511Manage copyright arrangements

Note: Some students may have previously completed CUACMP511 in the Diploma of Music

For more detailed unit information for this VET Specialisation take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Student handbook

Notes

Important notes

  • Students may be required to attend evening and weekend rehearsals and performances.

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities

This specialisation is ideally suited for the musician, singer and/or songwriter aiming to sustain a career in the music industry.

Possible future job titles

Musician, Performance Artist, Composer, Performer, Entertainer

This VET Specialisation can be studied in the following courses

Experiences

The Important Things

Things you should know about if you're thinking about studying here.

Course Entry

There's more than one admission pathway into an ECU course. It depends on what you've studied already, or your work or life experience.

Fees & Scholarships

Course tuition fees can change, but we can give you an estimate of your costs. If you're eligible, a scholarship or student loan can help too.

Applying

Applying for a course is a fairly simple process, especially if you have scanned copies of qualifications, your resume or other paperwork, ready to upload.

ECU Experience

Starting a course is an exciting and sometimes daunting time, so we make a massive effort to ensure you get all the support you need to have a positive experience.