Advanced Diploma of Performance (Acting)

Diploma

Prepares performers with a range of knowledge, and skills to enter the performing arts industry as an actor for roles in theatre and film productions, and television work.

Key details

Degree Type

Diploma

Duration

1 year full-time

Course Code

C86

About this course

Prepares performers with a range of knowledge, and skills to enter the performing arts industry as an actor for roles in theatre and film productions, and television work.

On successful completion of the course, students will have further integrated acting, voice, movement, and industry practice into a tangible performance skill. Students will have acquired advanced knowledge of script analysis in the context of acting for theatre, film, and television, and be cognisant of the communication and pre-professional skills necessary to audition for and perform roles in theatre, film, and television. Graduates of this course will be able to contribute in productions as both interpretative actors and generators of their own work.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

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

Entry requirements

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

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. Applicants must be able to demonstrate competency in acting performance skills to a Diploma level.

For 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.
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.

Study locations

Mount Lawley

What you will learn

Demonstrate understanding of a broad knowledge base incorporating theoretical concepts, with substantial depth in some areas; Have a thorough understanding of advanced concepts, skills and knowledge required by an actor;
Effectively demonstrate the concepts, skills and knowledge required by an actor in rehearsal, performance, and studio work. Analyse and plan approaches to technical problems or management/performance requirements; Evaluate information, using it to review self or others performance and planning purposes.
Self-directed application of knowledge and skills, with substantial depth in some areas where judgment is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques for self and others; Transfer and apply theoretical concepts and/or technical or creative skills to a range of situations and performance mediums;

Career pathways

Possible future job titles

Actor, Entertainer, Performer, Theatre Actor, Film Actor, Stage Director, Film Director, Playwright, Screen Writer

Similar courses to consider

Diploma of Screen Performance
Diploma of Musical Theatre
Certificate IV in Aboriginal Performance

Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Media and Communication
Bachelor of Media and Communication
Bachelor of Performing Arts
Bachelor of Arts (Acting)

Edith Cowan University (ECU)