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Overview
Course Overview
In this course you will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and performance skills related to theatre. On successful completion of the Diploma of Theatre, you may articulate into the second year of the Bachelor of Theatre specialising in either music theatre, drama or technical theatre.
Career Information
The Diploma of Theatre is designed for students seeking to gain introductory knowledge and skills associated with theatre. The diploma also provides excellent pathways for further studies in theatre and careers in creative industries and arts administration.
Course Details
| Duration | 1 years full-time or 2 years part-time |
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| Credit Points that Must be Earned | 48 |
| Number of Units Required | CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24). |
| Expected Hours of Study | One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term. |
| Course Type | Undergraduate Award |
| Qualification (post nominal) | DipTheatre |
| AQF Level | Level 5: Diploma |
| Course Fees |
Indicative Year - 2026
Indicative Year - 2025
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Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Where and when can I start?
Units offered internally at the below campuses may be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching.
Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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The following tables list the courses availabilities by location and term. Directing your pointer over your preferred location will provide further information if this course is not available for the full duration. Please be sure to also check individual unit availability by location and term prior to enrolling.
Domestic Availability
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Term 2 - 2027
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Term 1 - 2027
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Term 2 - 2026
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Term 1 - 2026
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Term 1 - 2025
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Term 2 - 2024
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Term 1 - 2024
International Availability
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Term 2 - 2027
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Term 1 - 2027
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Term 2 - 2026
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Term 1 - 2026
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Term 1 - 2025
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Term 2 - 2024
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Term 1 - 2024
For any problems regarding admissions availability for the selected course please contact
13 CQUni (13 27 86) or send us an email at
https://contactus.cqu.edu.au/
Entry Requirements - What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
Academic Requirements
This course is an exit/interim award only.
Assumed Knowledge
This course is an exit/interim award only.
Security Requirements
Nil
Health Requirements
You will need to meet the inherent requirements for this course.
Fees and Charges
Course Features
Awards and Accreditation
| Interim Awards | Not applicable |
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| Exit Awards | Not applicable |
| Accreditation |
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Residential School Requirements
No Residential School for this course.
Practicum/Work Placement
| Not applicable |
Previous and Current Enrolments
| Year | Number of Students |
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| 2025 | 1 |
Inherent Requirements
There are currently no inherent requirements associated with this course.
Core Learning Outcomes
- 1. Demonstrate introductory skills and knowledge of the practices, languages, forms, materials, technologies and techniques of a broad range of theatrical styles
- 2. Develop and evaluate musical, cultural and artistic ideas, concepts and processes by thinking creatively, critically and reflectively.
- 3. Apply relevant introductory skills and knowledge to produce and realise theatrical works, performances and other forms of creative expression
- 4. Interpret, communicate and present ideas, problems and arguments to do with theatre in modes suited to a range of audiences at an introductory level
- 5. Work independently and collaboratively in theatre in response to authentic project demands in a variety of roles at an introductory level
- 6. Recognise and reflect at an introductory level on social, cultural and ethical issues, and apply local and international perspectives to practice in theatre.
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| Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have technical and theoretical knowledge and concepts, with depth in some areas within a field of work and learning | ||||||
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive and communication skills to identify, analyse, synthesise and act on information from a range of sources | ||||||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive, technical and communication skills to analyse, plan, design and evaluate approaches to unpredictable problems and/or management requirements | ||||||
| 4. SKILLS Have specialist technical and creative skills to express ideas and perspectives | ||||||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to transfer knowledge and specialised skills to others and demonstrate understanding of knowledge | ||||||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate application with depth in some areas of specialisation, in known or changing contexts | ||||||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Be able to transfer and apply theoretical concepts and/or technical and/or creative skills in a range of situations | ||||||
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate personal responsibility and autonomy in performing complex technical operations with responsibility for own outputs in relation to broad parameters for quantity and quality | ||||||
| 9. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement to organise the work of self and others and plan, coordinate and evaluate the work of teams within broad but generally well- defined parameters | ||||||
| 10. FOUNDATIONAL KNOWLEDGE sufficient to undertake qualifications | ||||||
| 11. ACQUISITION AND APPLICATION of knowledge in new or existing disciplines or professional areas drawn from higher education units | ||||||
| 12. FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS sufficient to undertake qualifications | ||||||
| 13. ACQUISITION AND APPLICATION of skills in new or existing disciplines or professional areas drawn from higher education units | ||||||
| 14. Course content drawn from higher education units | ||||||
| KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology | ||||||
Drama Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Music Theatre Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Technical Theatre Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Course Requirements
In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 minor
- Complete electives
Core Structure
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| Number of units: 2 | Total credit points: 12 |
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| Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| THTR11125 | Theatre: Stage, Screen and Musicals | |
| Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| THTR11126 | Origins of Theatre | |
Drama Minor
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| Number of units: 6 | Total credit points: 36 |
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You must also complete two electives from anywhere in the university.
| Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| THTR11123 | Principal Performance Studios 1 | |
| THTR11102 | Production 1 | |
| Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| THTR11124 | Principal Performance Studios 2 | |
| THTR11103 | Production 2 | |
Music Theatre Minor
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| Number of units: 6 | Total credit points: 36 |
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| Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| THTR11123 | Principal Performance Studios 1 | |
| THTR11102 | Production 1 | |
| MUSC11394 | Music Language Studies 1 | |
| Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| THTR11124 | Principal Performance Studios 2 | |
| THTR11103 | Production 2 | |
| MUSC11395 | Music Language Studies 2 | |
Technical Theatre Minor
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| Number of units: 6 | Total credit points: 36 |
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You must also complete two electives from anywhere in the university.
| Year 1 - Term 1 | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| THTR11123 | Principal Performance Studios 1 | |
| THTR11102 | Production 1 | |
| Year 1 - Term 2 | ||
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| THTR11124 | Principal Performance Studios 2 | |
| THTR11103 | Production 2 | |
More Details
There is no additional information for this course.
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