Diploma of Audio Engineering and Sound Production
JMC Academy
CRICOS provider number: 01259J TEQSA provider ID: PRV12029
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Do you get inspired by the little sounds no-one else stops to hear? Start studying within a world class studio environment from day one, collaborate with your peers, intern on real industry practical projects, build your portfolio and be mentored by connected industry professionals through Australia's leading Audio Engineering course.
Audio Engineering and Sound Production is a hands-on production- based course that is directly in sync with the audio industry.
In line with our commitment to helping you curate your sound, your course and your future, after studying a base of core audio and sound fundamentals in trimester 1, you will then have the choice to specialise in one of four elective streams; live events, electronic music production, sound and media or studio recording and mixing enabling you to engage with the content and path that best suits and interests you.
We take Audio seriously at JMC, with our Sydney campus boasting some of the best recording studios in the southern hemisphere. Our studios are full of the best tech in the trade including high-end equipment and recording studios fitted with 5.1 surround sound and all the latest gear, including: Consoles: SSL Duality 48 Channel, Avid C24 control surface, Pro Tools HD with Avid HDX conversion Mics: Neumann U87, FET 47, U89, Royer 121, AKG C414 and many more Plugins: Full Universal Audio Plugin Suite, Waves Mercury Bundle Outboard: Avalon 2022, Universal Audio 2x610, Empirical Labs Distressors.
With advanced design campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, a dedicated team of academics and industry professional lecturers, and the opportunity to participate in international masterclasses and study abroad programs, JMC Academy is committed to ensuring our graduates make their own indelible mark on industry.
Extend your studies with our new double degree! JMC Academy's Bachelor of Creative Technology (Audio Engineering and Sound Production) and Bachelor of Entertainment Business Management offers you a new way to pair technical skills in audio and sound with the essential business know-how required to succeed in the ever-evolving entertainment industry. This unique blend of artistry and business acumen allows audio engineers to
seamlessly navigate both the audio and the music business world, gaining the expertise to manage their own business or freelance career.
All JMC, bachelor degree graduates are eligible to apply for entry into JMC Academy's Master of Creative Industries, or relevant post- grad qualifications at any Australian university.
Areas of study
Acoustic design, acoustics theory, audio, audio and sound theory, audio engineering, audio industry, audio post production, audio system design, electronic music, electronics, foley, history of Western recording, live sound, music business, music history, music production, music production analysis, musical instrument digital interface (MIDI), recording, research project, sound art, sound design, sound recording, spacial recording, studio recording, TV, radio and film audio.
Career opportunities
Music producer, mix engineer, production coordinator, recording engineer, studio manager/owner, AV specialist, location sound engineer, sound designer, stage technician, live sound engineer, postproduction engineer, acoustician/environmental acoustics.
Practical experience
At JMC we have a dedicated Internship Program as well as work placement opportunities designed to have students apply their learning and gain hands-on experience in real industry roles.
Fees and charges
Refer to JMC Academy latest fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Interview: All applicants must attend an interview. Once we've received your application, we'll give you a call and organise for you to come in for a consultation with one of our student recruitment advisers. During this appointment they'll be able to confirm your application details, assess the best course & study options for you.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Satisfactory completion of Year 12 or equivalent. No ATAR required. Minimum age 17.
All applicants
Interview: Once we've received your application, we'll give you a call and organise for you to come in for a consultation with one of our student recruitment advisers. During this appointment they'll be able to confirm your application details, assess the best course study options for you.
Refer to JMC Academy general admission criteria.
Advanced standing
You may be entitled to credit for prior learning, whether formal or informal. Formal learning can include previous study in higher education, vocational education, or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning or various kinds of work and life experience. Credit can reduce the amount of study needed to complete a degree.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2025 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
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