Music and Production
courses
Study a music course to master your performance technique or find out what happens behind the scenes in this ever-changing industry. Learn how to support artists in making their dreams come true with a music industry course or be at the centre of live shows and make the lights, sound and vision the best they can be. Get tips on freelancing in the gig economy and be ready to start your own creative small business.
Costume
Start with a solid knowledge of fabric design and construction principles but reach for the stars as you create elaborate costumes for performers in film, theatre, opera and TV.
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Electronic Music Production
If beats make you move, master your craft in electronic music. Record, sample, edit and mix, plus bolster your business smarts with copyright and freelancing skills.
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Certificate III Music (Creation and Composition)
CUA30920-05Find a new beat in your music career, and enter this dynamic industry at an assistant level. Make fresh sounds as you explore non-traditional ways of creating music using gadgets and software.
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Diploma Music (Creation and Composition)
CUA50820-03Build your production and musical skills to create fresh beats, songs or compositions as a recording artist or producer. Work with all music genres, especially electronic music, and use your computer to compose, produce, mix and more.
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Advanced Diploma Music (Creation and Composition)
CUA60520-03Pursue your dreams and apply your musicality in this hands-on course. This qualification will help guide your identity as a recording artist or music producer and launch your career in one of the world’s most popular creative commercial industries.
Live Production
Whether it’s an intimate bar performance or a sold-out stadium, make the show spectacular with sound, lighting and visual effects. Set up the stage and operate technical systems.
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Certificate III Live Production and Technical Services
CUA30420-01This course is your backstage pass to the world of live entertainment. Launch your career as a stage technician and learn the skills you need to work behind the scenes at concerts, clubs, theatres and conventions, to bring production to life.
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Diploma Live Production and Technical Services
CUA50420-01Strengthen your practical and technical skills to take your production career to the next level. Get set to work behind the scenes in festivals, theatres and events and learn to collaborate with performers and production crew in this exciting industry.
Music Business
Know the machine behind the number ones. Get to grips with copyright and royalties, marketing and publicity campaigns, artist management, publishing, distribution and more.
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Certificate III Music (Business)
CUA30920-04Go backstage and discover how the music business works as you book gigs, promote artists and begin establishing your network of contacts. Be the force behind the music and work for record companies, independent labels and music publishers.
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Diploma Music (Business)
CUA50820-05Enhance your understanding of the music business and gain skills to become an artist manager, work for a record label, and more. Learn to develop and promote artists, get songs on TV and film, and network with music industry experts.
Music Industry
Get a broad look at the music industry with a course that covers music performance, recording and live production, as well as need-to-know issues like copyright.
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Certificate II Music
CUA20620-01Gain foundational knowledge and skills for a music career and explore different industry avenues, including performing, staging, recording and music business. You don’t need any experience, just a keen ear and a passion for music.
Performance
Stretch your vocal range or master an instrument with a course that supports your path to the stage and recording studio. Gain confidence and learn secrets of the music business.
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Certificate III Music (Performance)
CUA30920-03Take centre stage and develop a range of skills that build on your ability as an instrumentalist, vocalist, composer or songwriter. Gain an introduction to music industry roles and copyright, and become a well-rounded musician and performer.
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Certificate III Community Dance, Theatre and Events
CUA30220-01Kick-start your community stage career or go behind the scenes with this highly practical course. Workshop your creative ideas, tell your stories and develop your performing skills while developing real-world experience in theatrical and live musical productions.
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Certificate IV Music (Performance)
CUA40920-02Let your talent for music and performance take centre stage and build the basis of a long-lasting career in the industry as you develop the right skills, the right attitude and the right connections to help you succeed in this dynamic industry.
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Diploma Music (Performance)
CUA50820-02Gain the confidence and experience you need for success as a recording artist or session musician. Explore your unique sound as you practise performing, composing, producing music and collaborating in bands while establishing your music industry network.
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Advanced Diploma Music (Performance)
CUA60520-02Become a polished performer with a range of industry skills as you connect with TAFE NSW’s vibrant creative community. Master advanced techniques in musicianship and recording, and develop confidence to pursue a career as a singer, songwriter or musician.
Screen and Media
Tap into your storytelling nature and refine your technical and creative communication skills. Master classic techniques and new so you can inspire, entertain and inform the world.
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Certificate III Screen and Media
CUA31020-01Take the first step in your creative journey and explore a career in film and television, animation, game design, games art, digital media, radio and podcasting. Gain a solid introduction to the industry and discover your niche.
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Certificate IV Screen and Media
CUA41220-05Turn your ambitions of becoming a radio presenter, assistant producer or podcast presenter into a reality. Specialise in the creative field that speaks to you, and turn your passion for journalistic storytelling into a dynamic media career.
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Certificate IV Screen and Media (Film and Video Production)
CUA41220-06Take the leap into film and video production and create your reality of becoming an audio narrator, camera operator or podcast editor. Specialise in the creative field that speaks to you, learn from the experts and turn your passion for film and video storytelling into a dynamic media career.
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Certificate IV Screen and Media (Animation and Visual Effects)
CUA41220-02Gain skills in animation and visual effects, and launch your career in the dynamic screen, digital media, animation or games industry. Learn from industry experts and pursue your passion for creativity as a digital artist, animator or game designer.
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Certificate IV Screen and Media (Radio and Podcasting)
CUA41220-04Be a radio presenter or podcasting producer with the skills to write, plan, record, produce and present audio content for radio and other digital platforms. Get creative with sound bites and topics as you practice editing and production skills on industry equipment.
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Certificate IV Screen and Media
CUA41220-01Take the leap into online content creation and turn your artistic ambitions into reality. Learn from screen and media industry experts and put your passion for creativity and storytelling to use in this dynamic and evolving field.
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Diploma Screen and Media (Radio and Podcasting)
CUA51020-04Strengthen your radio and podcasting knowledge using industry-standard sound and editing equipment in this innovative course. Walk into any sound project with confidence, as you gain skills to manage projects and produce digital or radio content.
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Diploma Screen and Media (Animation, Gaming and Visual Effects)
CUA51020-02Advance your technical skills in animation, games and visual effects. Learn from leading industry experts in TAFE NSW production studios and take your career to the next level in industry roles such as a game designer or a special effects designer.
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Diploma Screen and Media (Journalism)
CUA51020-05Set the stage for your media and screen career and gain the skills and experience you need to take your career to the next level. Specialise in techniques to create, develop and produce a range of dynamic content for varied platforms and audiences.
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Diploma Screen and Media
CUA51020-01Set the stage for your media and screen career and gain the skills you need to succeed in the industry. Specialise in fields ranging from film, TV, radio and podcasts to visual effects (VFX) or games design and choose the study path that suits you.
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Advanced Diploma Screen and Media
CUA60620-01Set up your career in the screen and media industry by combining practical business skills with your evolving creative expertise. Confidently move into senior roles like screenwriter or games designer and open up further career and study opportunities.
Sound Production
Master the audio engineering skills you need to operate PA systems and mixing consoles. Capture an artist’s essence in the studio and deliver clear sound at a live show.
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Certificate III Music (Sound Production)
CUA30920-02Hit the right note and gain an understanding of the music industry with foundational skills in sound production. Be part of the music community as you learn about studio recording and live sound, perform live mixing and make records.
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Certificate IV Music (Sound Production)
CUA40920-03Help shape how the world is heard as you learn the skills to record artists, edit audio, and explore techniques in sound for film. Develop studio recording techniques, create music using the latest software, and set up and mix live sound.
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Diploma Music (Sound Production)
CUA50820-04Take your career in recording engineering and music production up an octave and pursue your creative dream. Strengthen your technical ability to create albums, collaborate with fellow artists and explore the world of audio post-production.
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Advanced Diploma Music (Sound Production)
CUA60520-04Bring your music career to life working in audio engineering or as a songwriter with TAFE NSW’s sound production pathway. Gain the practical and theoretical knowledge to find success in the music industry in a range of creative and business roles.