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Diploma of Performing Arts in Stage Management

Collarts

Sydney, Australia
0.67 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A practical diploma in stage management and technical theatre.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied understanding of Performing Arts in Stage Management. Analyze discipline-specific problems and communicate findings clearly. Apply relevant research or professional methods in academic or practical contexts.

Career outcomes

Event technician
production coordinator
event coordinator
theatre assistant
stage manager
venue manager
technical crew
lighting designer

Curriculum

Eight-month full-time diploma: theatre studies 1 and 2
acting foundations
ensemble production (12 credit points)
theatre making
creative foundations and industry foundations
with studio work and ensemble productions. It leads to the Bachelor of Performing Arts (Stage Management).

Entry requirements

Academic

Completion of a senior secondary certificate equivalent to Australian Year 12
Aged at least 18 at course start
English proficiency (IELTS 6.0
No band below 6.0
Or listed alternatives)
Possible interview or audition
No ATAR required.

Accepted academic background

Completion of a senior secondary school certificate equivalent to Australian Year 12, Aged at least 18 at course commencement, English proficiency, Interview (and audition or portfolio for some courses, E.g.. Music performance and performing arts), Genuine Student criteria. No ATAR required

Language tests

IELTS 6

Documents you’ll need

Passport Copy
Academic Transcripts
Qualification Certificates
English Proficiency Evidence If Required
Genuine Student Supporting Documents If Applicable

How to apply

Review the program admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$30,536 AUD
Application fee	$100 AUD
Deposit	$1,000 AUD

Program details

Campus	Sydney (Waterloo)
Faculty or school	Film & Theatre
Department	Stage Management
Teaching language	English
Credit value	8
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	International merit scholarships may be available: published 2026 guidance shows AUD 4000 for diploma full-course awards, Subject to eligibility.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
12 Feb 2027
90 days left
Program starts
June 2027
Apply by
15 Apr 2027
152 days left
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jul 2027
243 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.67 years.