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Diploma of Music [Sound Production]

  • Diploma

Advance your music skills with this qualification. Learn how to set up and operate for live sound, record and mix bands in a recording studio, and edit sound using the latest digital audio workstations (DAW).

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Course Code
CUA50820, 108207K
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$12,480 per year / $13,730 total
International Fees
$12,480 per year / $13,730 total

About this course

Advance your music skills with this qualification. Learn how to set up and operate for live sound, record and mix bands in a recording studio, and edit sound using the latest digital audio workstations (DAW). In addition you will acquire skills to work with audio and video for social media content development and learn about basic lighting systems.

This course is closely aligned with current industry standard. It's practical content concentrates on teaching you the skills and ability to set up your own studio and get your career started in this fast paced industry. You will learn from industry experienced lecturers, and have an opportunity to network with sound production professionals, boosting your chances of employment during or after study.

Entry requirements

  • An IELTS score (academic) of 6.0 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.

  • Completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 10.

  • Students will be required to participate in an interview with the North Metropolitan TAFE Head of Program for Music to discuss their Resume which outlines musical skills and experience.

Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.

Study locations

Leederville

Career pathways

Career opportunities
  • Sound Designer
Career opportunities
  • Sound Designer
  • Sound Designer
  • Course structure

    To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 16 units. These 16 are comprised of 4 core units and 12 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

    Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

    Core units
      National ID
      Unit title
    • CUACMP511
      Manage copyright arrangements
    • CUAIND412
      Provide freelance services
    • CUAIND512
      Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge
    • CUAMWB401
      Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries
    Elective units
      National ID
      Unit title
    • BSBMKG546
      Develop social media engagement plans
    • CUALGT413
      Set up and operate lighting cues and effects
    • CUAMCP511
      Compose music using music technology
    • CUAMGT411
      Manage distribution of music and associated products
    • CUAPOS211
      Perform basic vision and sound editing
    • CUASOU412
      Manage audio input sources
    • CUASOU415 Record sound
    • CUASOU417 Edit sound
    • CUASOU419 Mix recorded music
    • CUASOU421 Mix audio for live productions
    • CUASOU504 Produce sound recordings
    • CUASOU512 Manage operation of stage monitor systems