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Diploma of Acting

Diploma of Acting

Accredited course
National Code:
10995NAT
State Code:
BGR76
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/05/2023
Field of Education
1001 - Performing Arts
AQF Level
Diploma of
Nominal Hours
1203
Duration
2 Semesters
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Accredited Date
21/12/2021
Expiry Date
20/12/2026
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description

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.

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

Schedule
To achieve the qualification 10995NAT Diploma of Acting the learner must complete sixteen (16) units:
- eleven (11) Core units, plus
- five (5) Elective units

The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.
1. Core Units

All eleven (11) core units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AZ592 NAT10995003 Apply fundamental acting skills to realise character 100 Module
AZ590 NAT10995001 Develop fundamental acting skills 100 Module
AZ591 NAT10995002 Develop fundamental script analysis techniques 100 Module
ODF71 CUAPRF414 Develop movement skills for performance 50 Unit of competency
ODE02 CUAPPR512 Develop sustainability of own professional practice 45 Unit of competency
ODD36 CUAVOS312 Develop vocal techniques for use in performance 30 Unit of competency
ODG11 CUAPRF513 Prepare for and perform in competitive environments 35 Unit of competency
ODH31 CUAPPM512 Realise productions 250 Unit of competency
ODG14 CUAPRF511 Refine performance techniques 95 Unit of competency
ODF51 CUAACT411 Use acting techniques in performance 45 Unit of competency
ODD95 CUAPRF413 Use different performance techniques 75 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

Five (5) elective units to be chosen.
The elective units chosen must be relevant to the work outcome and meet local industry needs.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
ODF97 CUAMPF412 Develop and apply stagecraft skills 63 Unit of competency
ODG22 CUAPRF412 Develop conceptual and expressive skills as a performer 40 Unit of competency
AZ146 NAT10908003 Develop knowledge of Indigenous writing and history for performance 150 Module
ODE39 CUADRT511 Direct rehearsals of performers 50 Unit of competency
ODH59 CUAIND411 Extend expertise in specialist creative fields 45 Unit of competency
ODD22 CUADAN312 Increase depth of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance techniques 20 Unit of competency
ODG66 CUAMPF612 Manage stagecraft aspects of performances 65 Unit of competency
ODG19 CUAPRF415 Rehearse for performances 60 Unit of competency
AWG99 CUARES403 Research history and theory to inform own arts practice 60 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BCX72 10294NAT Diploma of Acting Accredited course
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