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About the course
This nationally recognised AQF Level 6 qualification is the second year of WAAPA’s vocational Production and Design program. It is designed for students interested in the technical and organisational sides of live performance, including design, lighting, props, scenery and stage management. You will gain practical skills and professional experience by working on WAAPA productions to industry-level expectations in performing arts production and management. The programme introduces business operations, customer service, and administrative leadership for commercial workplaces.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for technical and production roles supporting live performance and events. The course develops capability across areas such as lighting and stagecraft, scenic and prop support, production coordination and stage management practice, with experience gained on WAAPA-mounted productions. Career pathways typically align with theatres, festivals, touring productions and live events companies in performing arts production and management. Preparing graduates for supervisory, administration, and business support roles, or degree articulation.
Living Costs in Sydney**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290 |
Average Salary***
