Diploma in Creative and Performing Arts

About the course

This diploma helps you expand your creative horizons through practical study across visual and digital arts, creative writing, music and drama. You can study it as a stand-alone qualification or alongside another degree, building either a focused specialisation or an interdisciplinary portfolio. You’ll also benefit from access to specialist production spaces and the Conservatorium of Music. This is a Diploma in Performing Arts. The programme trains digital design tools, visual production, and portfolio development for creative workplaces.

Career outcome

The diploma provides a practical foundation for entry-level pathways across creative and performing arts and related creative industries. It supports students aiming to develop an artistic portfolio, build applied skills through studio and performance practice, and prepare for further professional study in creative fields. Graduates may pursue opportunities in performance, creative production and broader arts-related roles. This is a Diploma in Performing Arts. Preparing graduates for junior designer, production assistant, and multimedia support roles, or degree articulation.

Living Costs in Newcastle**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,199 - 1,586	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,079 - 1,427
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 267 - 353

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)