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.
→ Bachelor of Arts (Music Production) -2 Years: 095133A
→ Bachelor of Arts (Music Production)- 3 Years: 104505K
→ Diploma of Arts (Music Production) -2 Trimesters: 095135K
→ Diploma of Arts (Music Production) - 3 Trimesters: 104438E
→ 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 mixed*, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities
→ Get real-life experience through 60 hours of industry placement in the Bachelor course
*To transfer from online to on-campus, terms and conditions apply, including meeting GTE criteria. Contact international@collarts.edu.au for more information.
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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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Music Production Graduate
Music Production Graduate
Music Production Graduate
Apply online via the Apply Now button on the page. Soon afterwards, our International Team will contact you.
Organise and submit the requested documentation for your application, ensuring all details are correct.
Book and attend an interview and/or audition, where you will meet our friendly International Team.
If your application is successful, Collarts will issue a Letter of Offer and invoice directly to you.
To accept your offer, you must return a signed Student Agreement with receipt of payment.
Once your offer is accepted and your payment received, Collarts will issue an Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE) as evidence of your enrolment.
Once you have your eCoE you must purchase your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
To prepare for your studies in Australia, you must apply for your Visa.
Congratulations! You're ready to start studying at Collarts.
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 fast-tracked over six trimesters (2 years) of full-time study or standard over nine trimesters (3 years) of full-time study.
→ 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 mixed*, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities
→ Get real-life experience through 60 hours of industry placement in the Bachelor course
The Bachelor and Diploma of Arts (Music Production) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code: 095133A (2 years)/104505K (3 years), 095135K (2 trimesters)/104438E (3 trimesters)
*To transfer from online to on-campus, terms and conditions apply, including meeting GTE criteria.
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 fast-tracked over two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study or standard over three trimesters (12 months) of full-time study. You also have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor Degree (subject to academic performance).
→ 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 mixed*, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities
The Bachelor and Diploma of Arts (Music Production) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code: 095133A (2 years)/104505K (3 years), 095135K (2 trimesters)/104438E (3 trimesters)
*To transfer from online to on-campus, terms and conditions apply, including meeting GTE criteria.
→ 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
You will also need to supply the following documentation to support your application, including:
→ A certified copy of transcripts and high school certificate (translated if necessary)
→ English test results or alternative evidence of English proficiency
→ A certified copy of your passport
→ A current visa (if applicable)
→ Proof of GTE and financials (if applicable)
International students must meet the following criteria:
→ Applicants must be at least 18-years-old at course commencement
→ Successful completion of a senior secondary school certificate equivalent to Australian Year 12
→ English Proficiency (see below)
→ Interview
Our English requirement is an overall IELTS score of 6.0 (with no single band score below 6.0) for all the courses, except Entertainment Journalism and Creative Writing, where students are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no single band score below 6.0)
Applicants may also provide the following as evidence of their English proficiency:
→ Results of English subjects in a range of countries’ secondary school certificate, ALevel or the International Baccalaureate. Please contact international@collarts.edu.au if you have any questions
→ Successful completion of an English course at any of our pathway providers
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 fast-tracked over six trimesters (2 years) of full-time study or standard over nine trimesters (3 years) of full-time study.
→ 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 mixed*, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities
→ Get real-life experience through 60 hours of industry placement in the Bachelor course
The Bachelor and Diploma of Arts (Music Production) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code: 095133A (2 years)/104505K (3 years), 095135K (2 trimesters)/104438E (3 trimesters)
*To transfer from online to on-campus, terms and conditions apply, including meeting GTE criteria.
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 fast-tracked over two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study or standard over three trimesters (12 months) of full-time study. You also have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor Degree (subject to academic performance).
→ 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 mixed*, with access to all of Collarts’ campus facilities
The Bachelor and Diploma of Arts (Music Production) are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code: 095133A (2 years)/104505K (3 years), 095135K (2 trimesters)/104438E (3 trimesters)
*To transfer from online to on-campus, terms and conditions apply, including meeting GTE criteria.
→ 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
You will also need to supply the following documentation to support your application, including:
→ A certified copy of transcripts and high school certificate (translated if necessary)
→ English test results or alternative evidence of English proficiency
→ A certified copy of your passport
→ A current visa (if applicable)
→ Proof of GTE and financials (if applicable)
International students must meet the following criteria:
→ Applicants must be at least 18-years-old at course commencement
→ Successful completion of a senior secondary school certificate equivalent to Australian Year 12
→ English Proficiency (see below)
→ Interview
Our English requirement is an overall IELTS score of 6.0 (with no single band score below 6.0) for all the courses, except Entertainment Journalism and Creative Writing, where students are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5 (with no single band score below 6.0)
Applicants may also provide the following as evidence of their English proficiency:
→ Results of English subjects in a range of countries’ secondary school certificate, ALevel or the International Baccalaureate. Please contact international@collarts.edu.au if you have any questions
→ Successful completion of an English course at any of our pathway providers
* To transfer from online to on campus, students must meet certain conditions, such as meeting GTE criteria.
Contact international@collarts.edu.au for more information.
FIRST YEAR | RECORDING STUDIO TECHNIQUES | MUSIC PERFORMANCE & DIRECTION | MUSIC PRODUCTION & COMPOSITION TECHNOLOGY | AUDIO, MUSIC & BUSINESS THEORY (PRODUCTION THEORY) | INDUSTRY AWARENESS |
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Trimester 1 | Recording Studio Techniques 1: Mixing & Studio Foundations | Ensemble Rehearsal & Direction 1 | Composing & Sequencing | Critical Thinking | |
Trimester 2 | Technology in Performance 1 | Creative Software Practices | The Fundamentals of Sound & Music | Critical Survey | |
Trimester 3 | Recording Studio Techniques 2: Recording Foundations | Microphone and Music: Theory and History | |||
SECOND YEAR | RECORDING STUDIO TECHNIQUES | MUSIC PERFORMANCE & DIRECTION | MUSIC PRODUCTION & COMPOSITION TECHNOLOGY | AUDIO, MUSIC & BUSINESS THEORY (PRODUCTION THEORY) | INDUSTRY AWARENESS |
Trimester 1 | Recording Studio Techniques 3: Small Group Recording | Ensemble Rehearsal & Direction 2 | Advanced Critical Listening | BLS - Basic Live Sound | |
Trimester 2 | Recording Studio Techniques 4: Mastering | Technology in Performance 2 | Sound Design: Music for Image | Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship | |
Trimester 3 | Instrumental Performance 1 or Electronic Performance 1 | Remixing & Arranging | Entertainment Industry Practises + Elective 1 | ||
THIRD YEAR | RECORDING STUDIO TECHNIQUES | MUSIC PERFORMANCE & DIRECTION | MUSIC PRODUCTION & COMPOSITION TECHNOLOGY | AUDIO, MUSIC & BUSINESS THEORY (PRODUCTION THEORY) | INDUSTRY AWARENESS |
Trimester 1 | Recording Studio Techniques 5: Large Scale Production | Producing Different Styles | Creativity and Intellectual Property Management | Elective 2 | |
Trimester 2 | Instrumental Performance 2 or Electronic Performance 2 | Self-Directed Production Project | Client Relations and Psychology for Producers and Musicians | Group Project + Elective 3 | |
Trimester 3 | Recording Studio Techniques 6 | Industry Placement |
TO SEE THE 2-YEAR ACCELERATED COURSE MATRIX, CLICK HERE.
Need more information on the units above? Click here for a unit outline.
* To transfer from online to on campus, students must meet certain conditions, such as meeting GTE criteria. Contact international@collarts.edu.au for more information.
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