Music Production Courses - Study Degree In Music Production

STUDY MUSIC PRODUCTION

If you dream of a career as a Music Producer, Composer, DJ, Performer, Songwriter, Sound Designer, or as an Electronic Music Producer, Film & Media Composer or Gaming & Interactive Mixed Media Specialist, the Music Production course is for you.

The Music Production course combines performance, technology, composition, audio and industry skills to deliver a multifaceted music education. Whether you are just starting out or you are an experienced producer, songwriter, DJ, performer or engineer, this course provides you with comprehensive practical skills and knowledge to make a career in the industry.

You will be trained and mentored by industry experts who are currently working as music producers, audio professionals, recording artists and music creators, as well as learning from artist managers, studio engineers, and live sound technicians.

You will master a variety of software applications and be mentored in small sized classes, undertaking fundamental units in audio recording, digital audio workstations, music performance, digital and electronic instruments, music technology and music business management. Music Production students also work closely with students from other courses to gain a well-rounded understanding of processes involved in the music industry.

Collarts offers students a variety of real-life industry experiences so that they are career-ready when they graduate. Through our industry partnerships, students have opportunities to partake in a variety of real-world business experiences, gaining access to industry connections.

Students will graduate with a well-rounded understanding of music production and technology, both in Australia and overseas.

OPPORTUNITIES & EXPERIENCES

→ Gain comprehensive knowledge about music production

→ Learn practical skills in software applications Ableton Live, Logic X and Pro Tools

→ Collaborate with other students and perform live

→ Explore new and emerging music production techniques and technologies

→ Enhance songwriting, recording and performance skills

→ Create a portfolio of music with artistic direction

→ Learn business and entrepreneurial skills for the music industry

→ Master studio recording techniques

→ Learn from industry experts and collaborate with students from other creative courses

→ Study on-campus, online, 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)

DISCOVER MORE ABOUT MUSIC PRODUCTION

HOW TOYAH HOETZEL MADE HER DREAM CAREER A REALITY

Realising your dream career is one thing, but pursuing it successfully is another. For Music Production student Toyah Hoetzel, her years in frontline crisis work gave her the space to step into music—a career change that was therapeutic in comparison to the intensity she was used to—and states that music saved her life.

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WATCH MUSIC PRODUCTION COORDINATOR DAVID JACOB'S LIVE DJ SET

Kick off the rave in your living room—our first Collarts Connected livestream showcased Music Production Coordinator David Jacob's live DJ set under stage name Encrypter, whose bass-y performance had everyone fist bumping in the comments.

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LISTEN TO THE COLLARTS COMMUNITY

Ask any student, staff or alumni, and they'll tell you that community is a big reason why Collarts is so special. We want everyone to know about the talented and creative stars we have in our midst, so we rounded up their best songs into our Collarts Community Spotify playlist.

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SURVIVING SYNTHESISER BOOTCAMP WITH BENJI COLBOURNE

For the synthesiser lover, Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio (MESS) is heaven. But when Music Production student Benji Colbourne started visiting every week thanks to his discounted Collarts session rate, he didn't expect to befriend the facilitators or discover Red Bull's week-long synthesis masterclass.

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INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS

“Collarts has really helped me up my skills. My favourite thing is the inclusive community that I’ve found here: I’ve made a bunch of friends and the teachers are great.”

QUINN ELLIS

Music Production student

"I needed the hands-on experience and that's the benefit of this school. The accessibility to the tutors and the fact they are just around the corner is great too. There’s no divide."

BENJI COLBOURNE

Music Production student

"Collarts has a real "yes" mentality and if you’re putting in the work, Collarts is there to help you. What’s most rewarding for me is that I get to be a part of this machine and in doing so, I am experiencing rapid growth as a producer and artist."

TOYAH HOETZEL

Music Production student

BACHELOR

BACHELOR OF ARTS (MUSIC PRODUCTION)

The Bachelor of Arts (Music Production) combines performance, technology, composition, audio and industry skills to deliver a multifaceted music education.

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 comprehensive knowledge about music production

→ Learn practical skills in software applications Ableton Live, Logic X and Pro Tools

→ Collaborate with other students and perform live

→ Explore new and emerging music production techniques and technologies

→ Enhance songwriting, recording and performance skills

→ Create a portfolio of music with artistic direction

→ Learn business and entrepreneurial skills for the music industry

→ Master studio recording techniques

→ Learn from industry experts and collaborate with students from other creative courses

→ Study on-campus, online, 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 and Diploma of Arts (Music Production) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code: 095133A & 095135K.

Course Admission Criteria

DIPLOMA

DIPLOMA OF ARTS (MUSIC PRODUCTION)

The Diploma of Arts (Music Production) combines performance, technology, composition, audio and industry skills to deliver a multifaceted music education.

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

THROUGHOUT THE DIPLOMA, YOU WILL

→ Gain fundamental knowledge about music production

→ Learn practical skills in software applications Ableton Live, Logic X and Pro Tools

→ Collaborate with other students and perform live

→ Explore new and emerging music production techniques and technologies

→ Develop songwriting, recording and performance skills

→ Create professional-quality music

→ Learn from industry experts and collaborate with students from other creative courses

→ Study on-campus, online, 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 and Diploma of Arts (Music Production) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code: 095133A & 095135K.

COURSE ADMISSION CRITERIA

ELIGIBILITY & ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

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

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

KEY INFORMATION

Start Dates

February, May, and September

Number of Units

10 in Diploma

30 in Bachelor

Duration

Diploma 8 Months

Bachelor 2 Years

Or Part-Time Equivalent

Study Mode

On-Campus, Online, or Blended

Student Support

Free Access to Wellbeing & Academic Support

Industry Experience

Industry Placement

Or Portfolio

FEE-HELP

Available

Transparent Fees

$2,430 per unit

International Fees

Available

Course structure

Delivery Mode - On-Campus, Online, Blended

FIRST YEAR	RECORDING STUDIO TECHNIQUES	MUSIC PERFORMANCE & DIRECTION	MUSIC PRODUCTION & COMPOSITION TECHNOLOGY	AUDIO, MUSIC & BUSINESS THEORY (PRODUCTION THEORY)	INDUSTRY AWARENESS
Trimester 1	Mixing & Studio Foundations	Ensemble Rehearsal & Direction 1	Composing & Sequencing	The Fundamentals of Sound & Music	Critical Thinking
Trimester 2	Solo Recording & Working with Musicians	Technology in Performance 1	Creative Software Practice	Microphone & Music: Theory & History	Critical Survey
Trimester 3	Small Group Recording	Ensemble Rehearsal & Direction 2	Sound Design: Music for Image	Advanced Critical Listening	Basic Live Sound + Elective 1
SECOND YEAR	RECORDING STUDIO TECHNIQUES	MUSIC PERFORMANCE & DIRECTION	MUSIC PRODUCTION & COMPOSITION TECHNOLOGY	AUDIO, MUSIC & BUSINESS THEORY (PRODUCTION THEORY)	INDUSTRY AWARENESS
Trimester 1	Mastering	Technology in Performance 2	Remixing & Arranging	Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship	Entertainment Industry Practices + Elective 2
Trimester 2	Large-Scale Production	Instrumental Performance 1 + Electronic Music Performance 1	Producing Different Styles	Creativity & Intellectual Property Management	Group Project + Elective 3
Trimester 3	Recording Studio Techniques: Self-Directed Project	Instrumental Performance 1 + Electronic Music Performance 2	Music & Composition Technology: Self-Directed Production	Client Relations & Psychology for Producers & Musicians	Industry Placement or Portfolio