Diploma of Professional Dance CUA51520 (Elite Performance)

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Course Overview

Course Code: CUA51520
CRICOS Code: 106317J

The nationally recognised Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) provides 12-months intense technical training to develop the young dancer with the technical and performance skills necessary to work in professional dance companies.

At the Diploma level, students are expected to apply theory and creative skills in different situations. They will be required to display initiative and judgement in planning dance related activities.

They will have autonomy in performing complex technical operations and will be supported as they work towards being responsible for the planning, coordination and evaluation of the work of others, within set parameters.

Our highly skilled faculty provides excellent training in classical ballet, contemporary dance, cultural dance, pointe work, jazz dance, choreographic skills and maintaining fitness through gym and conditioning classes.

Students are encouraged to continue their Vocational Training through the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Examinations from Advanced Foundation through to Solo Seal. Students may have the opportunity to compete in Australian and International competitions and will take part in several productions and choreographic workshops throughout the year.

Students are able to complete academic studies while undertaking the Diploma.

Diploma Of Professional Dance (Elite Performance) CUA51520

Acceptance to the course is by audition only. 

2024 Applications are now closed,

If you wish to be considered for the 2025 intake please register your interest and we will keep you up to date with the process.

Step1 Book your audition (see link below)

Step 2 Prepare for and complete your audition. 

Step 3 If you are offered a place following your audition, complete the student enrolment forms and pay the required fees. Schools’ administration will then contact you to manage your enrolment including providing you with the Student information Handbook.

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Total number of units = 17
7 core units plus
10 elective units

CUADAN517 Refine dance partnering techniques
CUADAN531 Refine dance techniques
CUAPPR512 Develop sustainability of own professional practice
CUAPRF511 Refine performance techniques
CUAPRF513 Prepare for and perform in competitive environments
CUAWHS413 Incorporate anatomy principles into skill development
CUAWHS511 Maintain a high level of fitness for performance

CUADAN511 Refine ballet techniques
CUADAN512 Refine ballet performance skills
CUADAN513 Perform repertoire for corps de ballet
CUADAN514 Perform ballet solo variations
CUADAN515 Refine contemporary dance techniques
CUADAN516 Refine cultural dance techniques
CUADAN519 Refine pointe work techniques
CUADAN432 Improvise advanced dance sequences
CUAMUP511 Apply theatrical make-up and hairstyles
CUAPRF412 Develop conceptual and expressive skills as a performer
CUAWHS411 Apply movement and behavioural principles to conditioning
CUAWHS412 Participate in gym and resistance training for performances

12 months full time (approx 30-35hrs a week)

2024 The National Ballet School (FT) Census Dates
Term 1 29 Jan to 28 Mar 13 Feb
Term 2 15 Apr to 28 Jun 29 Apr
Term 3 15 Jul to 20 Sep 29 Jul
Term 4 7 Oct to 6 Dec 21 Oct
  • Students must be 16 years or over by the 1st of January the year their studies commence. Due to the academic requirements of the course, students must have completed Year 10 High School or equivalent.
  • Applicants may have to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy Test (LLN) to ensure they receive the right support to achieve this qualification. This course is open to international students. This course is taught in English and International students must meet a minimum level of 5.5 IELTS or equivalent.
  • Students must meet all requirements and pass all units of competency in each 
  • subsequent year to obtain the qualification.
  • Applicants must be at an Advanced Level from a Recognised Classical Ballet Syllabus.

AU/NZ student fees Tuition fees $13,303.50 (inc gst) per annum.

International Students Tuition fees $17,892 per annum

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