Bachelor of Audio
SAE Creative Media Institute
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About
SAE has a range of approaches to learning and teaching that can be activated to provide flexibility in the face of changing circumstances as required, to support student progression regardless of external factors.
SAE Audio graduates have been involved with many outstanding production companies, studios, live venues and radio broadcasters, including Forester Savile, Count Bounce, Michael Stavrou, Labsonics, Post Studio, Black Pearl Studios, Sing Studios, Woodstock Studios, Prince of Wales Hotel, Revolver, J-Air Community Radio Station and Soundcorp.
In the Bachelor of Audio, you’ll apply theoretical knowledge and best practices while accessing studios to amplify your talents on cutting-edge equipment like the Neve, or an SSL, or an Audient console. All the while you will gain proficiencies on software like Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, and Ableton Live.
In preparation for an industry that commands agility and adaptability, you’ll cut your creative teeth on projects initially in partnership with your course peers. As your skills develop and you work on more dynamic projects, you’ll apply your capabilities to cross-discipline projects in games, film, music, and animation. By the end of your course, you could be collaborating with fellow students across all SAE disciplines.
Areas of study
Audio for screen, audio industry best practices, audio technology, audio terminology, business and leadership skills, critical listening, digital audio workstations (DAW), emerging technology, employability skills in audio industry contexts, immersive audio, interactive audio, live sound reinforcement and av systems, microphone theory, mixing techniques, music principles, project management, recording studio signal flow, signal processing, sound theory, techniques and practical application.
Career opportunities
Studio engineer, music producer, game audio specialist, sound editor, staging crew, audio/visual technician, sound designer, live sound engineer/operator, radio broadcasting.
Practical experience
SAE offers extensive hands-on training with industry work placements, to provide practical experience and help build a professional network. This is the proven and best way for students to develop the communication, self-promotion and employability skills they need to start a successful career in the creative media industries.
Fees and charges
SAE offers a range of options to help students fund their studies. Current SAE fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Interview: In addition to applying through UAC, all applicants are required to complete an informal interview, either in person or over the telephone. The interview helps us understand your motivations, discuss your previous study and relevant experience and career goals. Applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview time, and interviews are ongoing throughout the year.
Identification: Applicants are required to upload documentation in their application to show photo identification and proof of citizenship. Accepted forms of identification include a passport, driver's licence, birth certificate and/or citizenship certificate.
Admission criteria
SAE courses do not have an ATAR requirement. Refer to the SAE general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
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Course updates
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