Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts

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Advanced Diploma of Applied Performing Arts

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

ACPA’s diploma equips you with the technical ability and knowledge to accelerate your career from the start. It develops your artistic style and creative thinking, setting a strong foundation for working with new people and opportunities as you journey through different jobs and life situations.

This diploma also teaches you about the commitment required for a professional career in your chosen genre and develops life skills that will serve you well in any career.

Delivery mode

Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Locations
  • Level 3, The Judith Wright Arts Centre 420 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, QLD

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $11,854 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $11,854 $0

Career opportunities

The Advanced Diploma of Applied Performing Arts will prepare you for the following roles.

Choreographer

A Choreographer creates routines to be performed by dancers, actors and performers. You might be coordinating a scene for a live production or perf...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Lead Professional Performer

A Lead Professional Performer delivers principal roles in major stage, screen, or musical productions. You might work for a national theatre compan...

Avg yearly income $91,000
Entry barriers Low

About Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts

The Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts (ACPA) in Brisbane offers a unique "performance-first" training environment where Indigenous and non-Indigenous students prepare for careers in dance, music, and acting. By blending modern techniques with First Nations cultural expression, the college provides a "home away from home" that balances professional industry connections with intensive personal support for mental health and academics. This hands-on approach—highlighted by collaborations with major partners like the Brisbane Festival—ensures that 90% of graduates successfully transition into the workforce or advanced education, making it a premier choice for aspiring artists seeking a nurturing yet high-achieving community.
Operating since 1998
Legal name ABORIGINAL CENTRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS PTY LTD
RTO code 6829