Diploma of Audio Production

A Diploma of Audio Production at Collarts is a practical, industry focused pathway into the creative industries, giving you job ready skills fast.

Designed for hands-on learners, this course prioritises real world experience from day one, so you spend more time recording, mixing and producing sound. With the flexibility of a diploma, you can study either on campus, online or in a blended environment.

Across studio, live and post production units, you will build core technical skills in mixing foundations, recording techniques, analogue and digital live sound, and audio post production for screen. You will work in industry standard DAWs like Pro Tools, learn signal flow and gain structure, create your own sound libraries, and deliver projects to professional technical specifications.

Small class sizes mean personalised mentoring from active industry professionals, plus opportunities to collaborate across music, screen and creative disciplines. With a shorter study duration and a strong focus on employability, this diploma helps you enter the audio industry sooner with confidence and practical experience.

There are plenty of career opportunities for purveyors of sound, and Collarts is the starting point to lead you into a thriving entertainment industry. Find your own pathway through this broad field by becoming a Producer, Live Sound expert, or Post-Production engineer mastering current industry tools like Dolby Atmos immersive audio and AVID’s Pro Tools. The possibilities are endless.

At Collarts, you won't find yourself lost in a sea of students. Our classes are intentionally small, ensuring you get the personal attention and hands-on experience needed to thrive in the industry. Guided by seasoned industry professionals who are shaping the soundscapes of today, you'll be learning from the best in the business.

We believe in using what’s out in the industry right now, so you’ll be using cutting-edge technology in our state-of-the-art facilities. This will be your  playground for mastery, exploration and experimentation, whether you are on campus or online. 

As collaboration is key in the world of audio engineering, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with students from various disciplines to sharpen your technical skills and gain invaluable insights into the broader music, visual arts and creative industries.