Performing Arts Courses in Brisbane
There are 8 courses available in Brisbane for people who want to study performing arts.
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Music Therapist
Researcher
Music Conductor
Music Composer
The Master of Music is tailored for professionals or graduates aiming to advance in composition or performance at the postgraduate level, while also exploring the theoretical and historical facets of these fields. This specialist degree enhances existing musical skills for professional application and serves as a foundation for doctoral studies. The course includes a mix of thesis work and creative projects, offering a comprehensive approach to mastering and innovating within the realm of music.
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Average duration: 12 months.
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Music Composer
Music Journalist
Music Conductor
Performer
Music Producer
Music Teacher
Musician
The Bachelor of Music (Honours) is an advanced course designed for students passionate about deepening their musical expertise. This program focuses on enhancing performance skills, music theory, composition, and musicology. It combines rigorous academic study with practical performance experience, encouraging students to develop their unique musical style. The course offers specialised training in various genres and prepares students for diverse careers in music, including performance, teaching, and composition. Graduates emerge as well-rounded musicians with a profound understanding of both the artistic and technical aspects of music.
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Average duration: 12 months.
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Journalist
Researcher
Performer
Drama Teacher
Arts Administrator
Event Manager
Scriptwriter
Stage Manager
The Bachelor of Arts (Theatre and Performance) cultivates practical skills and theoretical insights, preparing students as innovative and adaptable theatre practitioners. By studying theatre history and contemporary performance practices, students enhance their creative capacities to produce relevant work for today's world. This comprehensive approach fosters project management, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Additionally, students refine practical skills in performance, understanding its interplay with broader artistic, social, and political landscapes.
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Average duration: 3 years.
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Music Librarian
Accompanist
Music Producer
Singer
Music Teacher
Musician
The Bachelor of Arts (Music) offers advanced music studies, aiming to deepen students' understanding of music's cultural, historical, and analytical aspects from various periods and cultures. This course offers specialized areas like musicology or theory, preparing for advanced research. Additionally, it enhances knowledge in music language and musicianship, guiding students towards professionalism. Students acquire competencies aligned with Australia's creative industries, ensuring aptitude in performance, creation, and interpretation of music, and potential pathways like teaching or music therapy..
Average duration: 3 years.
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Acting Coach
Drama Tutor
Public Speaker
Performance Artist
Playwright
Drama Teacher
The Bachelor of Arts (Drama) provides a comprehensive understanding of theatre and screen, from Greek tragedies to modern innovations. Practical workshops focus on techniques such as movement, voice, and improvisation. Students gain insights into various performance styles and histories, critique live performances, and enhance their ability to analyse performance. This course equips students with transferable communication skills, preparing them for roles in the performing arts industry or as a foundation for secondary-school drama teaching, with additional qualifications..
Average duration: 3 years.
CUA50820
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Musician
Songwriter
Music Teacher
Music Tutor
Music Composer
Jazz Musician
The nationally recognised CUA50820 Diploma of Music primes you for success in the music industry. Whether you’re wanting to become a guitar teacher, sound engineer, music promoter, or international recording artist, this course will give your career a kickstart. Your studies begin with music industry essentials, teaching you how to manage the copyright of your music and keep yourself healthy and safe. You’ll then choose specialty units in career interest areas: Performance, Creation and Composition, Music Tuition, Sound Production, and Music Business. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, specialisation choices (and their availability) as well as course openings near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
CUA51120
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Design Assistant
Performing Arts Technician
Illustrator
Fashion Design Assistant
Art Studio Assistant
Potter
Sculptor
Painter
Artist
The CUA51120 Diploma of Visual Arts supports your career in photography, ceramics, painting, digital art, printmaking, sculpting, and fashion — or for further developing your creative hobbies and artistic interests. It’s the perfect blend of creative arts history, theory, and practice. Over 12 months you’ll be refining your practical skills across a range of mediums, plus realising and presenting a body of your own creative work. Even better, you’ll have the opportunity to join an international study tour to the world’s artistic hotspots such as Milan, Paris, New York, Shanghai, Hong Kong.
Enquire now for the list of study choices and details of the portfolio submission required at enrolment. .
Average duration: 12 months.
CUA31120
Online, On Campus, Distance
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Artist
Painter
Sculptor
Potter
Art Studio Assistant
Fashion Design Assistant
Production Assistant
Performing Arts Technician
Design Assistant
Work alongside a professional photographer or just indulge your personal creativity and love of photography with the CUA31120 Certificate III in Visual Arts. This nationally recognised training course will help you develop a creative arts practice and teach you how to produce commercial grade photographs. Over 6 months you will be: exploring the use of colour, extending your critical thinking skills, producing digital images, producing prints, using wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs.
Enquire now for the list of training centres and study dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I complete my qualification in Brisbane?
Yes, there are course providers who offer qualifications in performing arts in Brisbane. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.
What study modes are available?
There are several campuses within the Brisbane area that provide training in performing arts. The closest campus is 2km away from the center of Brisbane. You can also study a performing arts course through online or distance learning. Find a course provider that best suits your needs.
What job opportunities can I expect from a career in performing arts?
Job Pathways
Here are some potential career pathways within performing arts. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.