(SACE Stage Two; Recommended for Yr 11 & 12)
Performing & Writing Original Music
School students can earn SACE points as well as a vocational qualification via this Cert III course. Each week students will write original songs and rehearse, culminating in key projects that include:
- Recording a demo for triple j Unearthed High competition
- A live student showcase performance (as well as multiple practice performances at TAFESA)
Students will learn to use traditional methods for songwriting and can also utilise Digital Audio Workstations(DAW). This course provides a professional and practical overview of the music industry with a focus on live performance.
Completion of the course will earn students 50.7 SACE points towards their SACE and contributions towards their ATAR.
2025 Commencement Dates:
34 Weeks, 1 day a week, commencing Friday 7th February 2025 (Week 2, Term 1). Classes will run on:
- Fridays 9:30am to 3:30pm
- (Thursdays 9:30am to 3:30pm if Friday class exceeds maximum of 16 enrolments)
Location:
Adelaide College of the Arts
Street address
39 Light Square, Adelaide SA 5000
Postal address
GPO Box 1872, Adelaide SA 5001
MusicSA Office (for administration enquiries): Shop 4 Cinema Place, Adelaide SA 5000
RTO details:
CUA30920 Certificate III in Music (Performance) is delivered under a third party arrangement with the College of Sound and Music Production (COSAMP) RTO Code: 41549. AQF certification issued by COSAMP.
P: (03) 9592 4801 | E: info@cosamp.edu.au | W: cosamp.com.au
Course Outline: Please download our course information guide for more info.
CUA30920 Certificate III in Music (Performance) 2025 Course Overview
Nationally Accredited Units of Competency:
SACE Credits: 50-60 Credits at Stage 2.
Note: Unfortunately, this qualification is not listed under the Flexible Industry Pathway program. Please talk to our Training Coordinator Dale Taylor dale@musicsa.com.au and your school’s VET Coordinator for further options.
| BSBWHS211 | Contribute to health and safety of self and others (20) |
| CUACMP311 | Implement copyright arrangements (20) |
| CUAIND313 | Work effectively in the music industry (35) |
| CUAIND314 | Plan a career in the creative arts industry (35) |
| CUAMCP311 | Create simple musical compositions (35) |
| CUAMPF312 | Prepare for musical performances (35) |
| CUAMPF314 | Make music demos (40) |
| CUAMPF412 | Develop and apply stagecraft skills (70) |
| BSBESB301 | Investigate business opportunities (25) |
| CUAMPF311 | Develop technical skills for musical performances (20) |
| CUAIND211 | Develop and apply creative arts industry knowledge (20) |
Course Entry Requirements:
Students do not have to be currently at school, but the course is suitable for those of school-age only. Unfortunately, we do not currently offer this course for adults.
Students will be required to have completed studies at Certificate I and/or Certificate II level OR have completed or are currently enrolled in year 10.
The elective unit selection is designed so that students can gain the Performance specialty. This includes songwriting and performance units, however the additional electives include music business. As such, students do not need to have a high level of formal theoretical musical training, but have an interest in creating original music and working in the music industry as a career and/or become a self managed artist.
However, we do recommend that students undertake instrument/vocal lessons concurrently to get the most benefit from this qualification.