Degree overview

Unlock Your Creative Potential

Creativity is our most treasured human capability. In this diploma course you will have the chance to expand your creative horizons and develop new skills through creative practice. The Diploma of Creative and Performing Arts is an 80-credit qualification that can be taken by students alongside other degree programs or as a stand-alone qualification. It will be of interest to students looking to explore a new creative outlet or develop skills in an existing area of practice.

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Diploma in Creative and Performing Arts

UAC Code , Program Code 50096

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CRICOS Code , Program Code 50096

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Duration (FT)(PT)

Next start date

Important: Our academic calendar is changing in 2026, with Semester 1 commencing on 27 January. Find out more.

UAC Code

Program Code 50096

This criteria is based on a domestic student attending campus. Please select your criteria to personalise your study options and your circumstances.

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Indicative fee1

Duration (FT)(PT)

Next start date

English proficiency requirements IELTS overall minimum -
IELTS section minimum -

CRICOS Code

Program Code 50096

This criteria is based on a international student attending campus. Please select your criteria to personalise your study options and your circumstances.

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Course overview

Flexible timetabling for courses will ensure that students are able to balance their learning with other commitments.

Students will select from one of the following specialisations:

  • Music and Performing Arts
  • Art and Design
  • Creative Writing
  • Film and Media
2026 Program Handbook

The courses shown above are a guide, and don't reflect the exact year-by-year structure of the program, you should always refer to the program handbook for details of the complete program structure, course requirements and availability.

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You are a domestic student if you are:

  • An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
  • A permanent resident of Australia
  • A holder of a permanent Australian visa.

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