TAFE NSW Hunter Institute

Arts (Acting) Advanced Diploma

students actingHunter TAFE offers acting classes for people wanting training for a career in film, stage or television. This acting course covers education in studio and scene work with other actors and the vital knowledge, skills and techniques required to pursue employment as a professional actor in the performing arts industry. When you complete this course you may be eligible for advanced standing in other courses around Australia. Career opportunities from this acting class include: actor, director, playwright, screenwriter, producer, director, music theatre performer, stage manager and production manager.

Campuses, Important Dates, Study Options and Timetables

Hunter TAFE offers acting courses at one campus. Course dates, timetables and study options are campus specific. See details below.

Newcastle

Address:
Maitland Road Tighes Hill NSW 2297
Postal Address:
Locked Bag 45 HRMC NSW 2310
Tel:
02 4923 7222
Fax:
02 4923 7292

Course Availability

Semester Study Options How to Enrol Proposed Timetable Information Session Fees & Charges Important Information
Semester 1
2012		 Full Time
23hrs/Week
90 Weeks		 Local Campus Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:30am to 5:30pm The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $1570.00 per Year, $785.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.		 Delivery Information

Students are involved in a number of public performances off - campus. This is an important part of the delivery. Day of the week may vary depending on final timetable

Further delivery information is available on this course
Newcastle campus
Semester: Semester 1, 2012
Study Options: Full Time, 23hrs/Week, 90 Weeks
How to Enrol: Local Campus
Proposed Timetable: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:30am to 5:30pm
Information Session:
Fees & Charges: The TAFE NSW fee for this course is: $1570.00 per Year, $785.00 per Semester (half year).

Please be aware that there may be additional TAFENSW fees and other related charges.
Important Information: Delivery Information

Students are involved in a number of public performances off - campus. This is an important part of the delivery. Day of the week may vary depending on final timetable

Further delivery information is available on this course

Course Codes

Course Number: 19246
National Code: 40505SA

How To Enrol

If the course is displayed as Online Registration you will need to follow the link and complete the online part of the registration process. You should then attend the advertised information/enrolment session. Click on the campus you are interested in to complete the Online Registration and find out the date, time and location of the session you need to attend.

Entry Requirements

To have a reasonable expectation of successfully completing the Advanced Diploma of Arts (Acting), learners should possess the following entry level skills and attributes: - ability to improvise - ability to interact constructively with others in a dramatic setting - strong interest in and motivation to become a professional actor - ability to respond to instruction and accept constructive criticism - acceptance of the time and financial commitment to study - understand the content and purpose of the course. You may be required to audition for a place in the course. During audition you will be required to present at least two dramatic monologues and one musical piece. If short-listed from this process you may be asked to return for further exercises and skill work (which may include group work). If you reach this second shortlist you will be asked to undertake a third and final individual audition. Entry is based on the student's ability to show potential for a career in acting.

Prior Learning

For further information please refer to the Recognition area of the Hunter TAFE website.

Career Pathways

For further information please refer to the Career Pathways area of the Hunter TAFE website.

Disclaimer

Courses will run subject to resources and demand. For the latest information, check with the appropriate campus, as course availability is subject to review and change.

Contact Us

You can request further information on this course or speak to a Customer Service Officer by calling
131 225 (within NSW) or
02 4923 7425 (outside of NSW) or
+612 4923 7425 (International).