Course Information

CUA60520 Advanced Diploma of Music

Effective from 01-JAN-2026 : Code C77

This nationally-recognised qualification represents a pathway for further study from the Music Artist stream of the Diploma of Music. The course is centred on creative original music, songwriting, performance preparation and collaboration. Music Artists work on individual and group creative projects alongside studio recording and music production techniques.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 1)

  • Completion of Year 10 or equivalent.

English Language requirement (Band 1)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 10 English completion or equivalent.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to have completed a Diploma of Music (or equivalent) or have extensive vocational experience in music practice. All applicants must attend an audition. A written theory/aural test may also be required. Additionally, applicants will normally be turning 17 years of age by 30 June in the year they commence the course. As part of the application process, applicants will be required to complete a language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skills and competencies review.

Portfolio pathway applications are not accepted for this course.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 6 Advanced Diploma Award.

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 1 Year

Course Delivery

  • City Campus: Full Time
  • Joondalup: Full Time

Non standard timetable requirements

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

Course Coordinator

Mr Vincenzo CREA

Course Structure

Students may complete a specialisation in either Performance or Sound Production.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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