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Diploma of Acting

Diploma of Acting

Accredited course
National Code:
10294NAT
State Code:
BCX72
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/03/2017
Field of Education
1001 - Performing Arts
AQF Level
Diploma of
Nominal Hours
1170
Duration
2 Semesters
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Accredited Date
Expiry Date
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description

The Diploma of Acting course prepares performers with a range of knowledge, and skills to enter the performing arts industry as an actor for roles in theatre productions.

On successful completion of the course, students will have integrated theatre acting, voice, movement, and industry practice into a tangible performance skill; acquired knowledge of script analysis in the context of acting for theatre; and be cognisant of the communication and pre-professional skills necessary to audition for and perform roles in theatre.

Schedule
To achieve the qualification Diploma of Acting the learner must complete sixteen (16) units - eleven (11) Core and five (5) Electives.

Total number of units = sixteen (16)
- eleven (11) Core units, plus
- five (5) Elective units
- The elective units must be selected from Group A.
- The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.

WAAPA units are included in this document. For imported units of competency from national training packages, please download current version from www.training.gov.au
1. Core Units

Learners to complete (11) units listed below

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AX354 DAPACT512 Apply fundamental acting skills to realise character 100 Module
AX352 DAPACT510 Develop fundamental acting skills 100 Module
AX353 DAPACT511 Develop fundamental script analysis techniques 100 Module
AWH22 CUAPPR502 Develop own sustainable professional practice 30 Unit of competency
WI226 CUAVOS302 Develop vocal techniques for use in performance 30 Unit of competency
WI163 CUAPRF503 Prepare for performances in a competitive environment 35 Unit of competency
WI142 CUAPPM502 Realise productions 250 Unit of competency
WI155 CUAPRF404 Refine movement skills for performance 50 Unit of competency
WI162 CUAPRF501 Refine performance techniques 95 Unit of competency
WI002 CUAACT401 Use a range of acting techniques in performance 45 Unit of competency
WI154 CUAPRF403 Use a range of performance techniques 45 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units (Group A)

Learners to complete (5) units listed below

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWI12 CUAMPF402 Develop and maintain stagecraft skills 63 Unit of competency
WI153 CUAPRF402 Develop conceptual and expressive skills as a performer 40 Unit of competency
WI124 CUAIND401 Extend expertise in specialist creative fields 45 Unit of competency
WI156 CUAPRF405 Rehearse technique for performance 60 Unit of competency
AWG99 CUARES403 Research history and theory to inform own arts practice 60 Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BGR76 10995NAT Diploma of Acting Accredited course
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