The nationally recognised CUA50820 Diploma of Music primes you for success in the music industry. Whether you’re wanting to become a guitar teacher, sound engineer, music promoter, or international recording artist, this course will give your career a kickstart. Your studies begin with music industry essentials, teaching you how to manage the copyright of your music and keep yourself healthy and safe. You’ll then choose specialty units in career interest areas: Performance, Creation and Composition, Music Tuition, Sound Production, and Music Business. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, specialisation choices (and their availability) as well as course openings near you.
Entry requirements for the Diploma of Music vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Diploma of Music will prepare you for the following roles.
A Music Composer creates pieces of music to be performed by a musician or an instrumental group. You might be composing music for a special event,...
A Musician entertains audiences by performing musical pieces either as an individual artist, as part of a band or orchestra or while accompanying a...
A Songwriter composes music and lyrics for artists to perform. You might perform the songs yourself or write them for another artist or a recording...
A Music Teacher educates students in various musical disciplines, including instruments, vocal training, and music theory. They work in primary or...
Disk Jockeys, more popularly known as DJs, mix and play recorded music to a live audience. They work at radio stations and media outlets — and perf...
Vocal Coaches are creative professionals who help singers, vocalists, actors, radio and TV presenters, recording artists, and public speakers becom...
A Session Musician provides instrumental or vocal performances for recording sessions, live shows, or other musical productions. You might work in...
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