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WAAPA’s Sound program develops versatile audio professionals for live performance, screen and media. Students gain hands‑on experience across theatre, concerts, festivals, film and studio work, building skills in live sound, digital audio, recording and sound design. Supported by industry experts and real‑world opportunities, graduates leave with strong networks, professional experience and the confidence to work locally and internationally turning technical skill and creative curiosity into a global career in sound.
As a WAAPA Sound graduate, you may find yourself mixing musical acts, creating sound designs for theatre, recording in sound studios, producing radio shows and adverts, recording dialogue on film sets or setting up sound installations for museums – just some of the many employment opportunities available for this specialisation.
CUA40420 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services (Sound)
This entry‑level qualification is designed for emerging sound technicians ready to turn passion into profession. Students gain hands‑on experience in live sound mixing, audio stagecraft, PA systems, wireless technologies and concert practices, training on industry‑standard equipment at WAAPA’s ECU City campus. Learning is practical, collaborative and industry focused, preparing graduates for work across live music, theatre and events.
CUA50420 Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services (Technical Production)
The Diploma expands technical skills across sound and broader production contexts. Students work on WAAPA productions in assistant roles, developing professional workflows, collaboration skills and technical competence while supporting sound, lighting, stage management and production teams.
CUA60220 Advanced Diploma of Live Production and Management Services (Sound)
At Advanced Diploma level, students specialise in sound, taking on senior roles and developing leadership, advanced systems knowledge and creative decision‑making. Training reflects real‑world production demands across theatre, music theatre and live events.
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Production and Design Major)
The Bachelor degree builds on VET training through leadership roles on WAAPA’s public seasons and a final‑year professional placement, graduating students with a strong portfolio, industry experience and clear pathways into employment.
The Course Coordinator for Sound is Mr Michael Vernau.
For a full list of WAAPA Performance staff, please visit the WAAPA Staff listing.
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.