AUDIO ENGINEERING

BACHELOR OF ARTS (AUDIO PRODUCTION)

The Bachelor of Arts (Audio Production) course is perfect for people wanting to work as producers and specialists in a variety of audio production fields including live sound, recording, producing, and post-production.

The Bachelor degree can be completed in six trimesters (2 years) of full-time study or part-time equivalent. 

THROUGHOUT THE DEGREE, YOU WILL

→ Gain an in-depth understanding of audio engineering, live sound, and production

→ Develop specialist studio recording and post-production skills

→ Create professional-quality recordings

→ Manage live audio production to a professional standard

→ Explore new audio and music technologies

→ Become AVID certified in ProTools

→ Get real-life experience working at major festivals, events and through internship placements

→ Study on-campus or blended, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

The Bachelor, Diploma, and Double Degree of Arts (Audio Engineering) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 084559K (2 years)/104501C (3 years), 088016J (2 trimesters)/104401G (3 trimesters) & 096473F (3 years)/104509F (4 years)/104510B (4.5 years).

DIPLOMA OF ARTS (AUDIO PRODUCTION)

The Diploma of Arts (Audio Production) course is perfect for people wanting to work as producers and specialists in a variety of audio production fields including live sound, recording, producing, and post-production.

The diploma can be completed in two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study, where you will have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor Degree or Double Degree (subject to academic performance).

THROUGHOUT THE DIPLOMA, YOU WILL

→ Gain an in-depth understanding of audio engineering, live sound, and production

→ Develop specialist studio recording and post-production skills

→ Create professional-quality recordings

→ Manage live audio production to a professional standard

→ Explore new audio and music technologies

→ Get real-life experience working at major festivals, events and through internship placements

→ Study on-campus or blended, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

The Bachelor, Diploma, and Double Degree of Arts (Audio Engineering) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 084559K (2 years)/104501C (3 years), 088016J (2 trimesters)/104401G (3 trimesters) & 096473F (3 years)/104509F (4 years)/104510B (4.5 years).

DOUBLE DEGREE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (AUDIO PRODUCTION) & BACHELOR OF APPLIED BUSINESS (ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT)

If you dream of a career as a Venue Manager, Audio Producer, Studio Manager, Stage Technician, Tour Manager, Event Manager, Festival Organiser or Artist Manager, this course is for you.

The Double Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Audio Production) & Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) course is perfect for people who are interested in both the technical and business sides of the entertainment industry, with a specialised focus on audio engineering and management. 

The Double degree can be completed in three years full-time study or part-time equivalent. 

THROUGHOUT THE DOUBLE DEGREE, YOU WILL

→ Gain an in-depth understanding of audio engineering, live sound, and production

→ Develop specialist studio recording and post-production skills

→ Create professional-quality recordings

→ Manage live audio production to a professional standard

→ Explore new audio and music technologies, while becoming AVID certified in ProTools

→ Manage, promote and produce live events

→ Gain knowledge and experience in artist and tour management

→ Develop an in-depth understanding of publicity, marketing and the media

→ Collaborate on industry projects with students from other courses

→ Get valuable insight into the entertainment industry from experienced teachers, and access career pathways through our industry partnerships, events and placements

→ Study on-campus or blended, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your two bachelor degree in three years full-time or part-time equivalent 

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

TAILOR YOUR DOUBLE DEGREE & INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE 

Your first and second year of study will follow the Audio Engineering course matrix. In your third year, you will have the opportunity to select and tailor the following Entertainment Management study streams: Management, Marketing, or Applied Entrepreneurship. Click here to view the Entertainment Management course matrix. 

The Bachelor, Diploma, and Double Degree of Arts (Audio Engineering) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 084559K (2 years)/104501C (3 years), 088016J (2 trimesters)/104401G (3 trimesters) & 096473F (3 years)/104509F (4 years)/104510B (4.5 years).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

→ Applicants will need to attend an admissions interview. You will be asked questions about your experience, background, and interest in the course and/or industry

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

→ Click Here for International Student Admission Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA APPLICANTS

→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCAL, VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent. If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age

→ The Diploma can be used as a pathway into the Bachelor degree

→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements

BACHELOR APPLICANTS

→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent

→ VCAL students are not eligible for the Bachelor until they have successfully completed the diploma

→ If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age

→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements

WORK & LIFE EXPERIENCE APPLICANTS

→ If none of the above qualifications have successfully been completed, applicants must be 20 years of age or older with 2 years of work experience to apply

HOW TO APPLY

→ Non-Year 12 applicants may apply directly on the website, and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview

→ Year 12 applicants must apply through VTAC. VTAC opens in August each year. Place the appropriate Collarts course into one of your preferences and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview

→ International Students Apply Here