Music Artist
Eligibility
Academic admission requirements (Band 1) and English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of Year 10 or equivalent.
All applicants are required to attend an audition. In addition, all applicants are normally expected to be turning at least 17 by 30th June in the year of commencing the course.
If you're an emerging singer-songwriter or performer looking to develop original material, the Music Artist stream within the CUA50820 Diploma of Music (Performance) offers a practical and creative foundation. This course focuses on songwriting, performance preparation, and collaborative music-making, encouraging students to explore their artistic voice—both individually and in group settings.
With an emphasis on original music creation, students work closely with peers to write, arrange, and perform new works, stepping beyond their primary instrument to build broader creative confidence. Weekly classes in performance, ensembles, aural skills, theory, music technology, and music history support technical development and musical literacy.
Taught by experienced industry professionals, this stream is ideal for those pursuing a future as an original music performer, collaborator, or songwriter. Graduates of the CUA60520 Advanced Diploma may articulate into the second year of the Bachelor of Music – Contemporary Performance (W76) stream whilst maintaining a focus on their creative songwriting and performance skills.
Courses offered
Audition and interview information
Application Deadline
1st Round 7 September 2026
2nd Round 16 November 2026
Perth Live Audition Dates
1st Round 20 September 2026
2nd Round 30 November - 4 December 2026
- Download the CUA50820 Diploma of Music Course Flyer - PDF File, 1.1 MB
- LLND FAQ Sheet - PDF File, 657.9 KB
- Music Audition and Interview Guide - 2027 Commencement - PDF File, 9.0 MB
If WAAPA is unable to facilitate in-person audition/recalls in any city, applicants will be assessed via video auditions or online recalls.
If you have any questions about your WAAPA Audition or Interview, please contact us using this form WAAPA Audition/Interview Enquiry Form
Staff
The Course Coordinator for the Diploma of Music is Jeremy Greig
The Course Coordinator for Contemporary Music is Dr Matthew Allen.
For a full list of WAAPA Performance staff, please visit the WAAPA Staff listing
More information
For domestic student enquiries, please go to Future Students
For international student enquiries, please go to International Students
For a full list of WAAPA courses, please visit WAAPA Study areas