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Audio Engineering Degrees

A Solid Foundation for a Sound Future

Audio engineers create magic behind the scenes to make music, film and television productions come alive. To join their ranks, you need extensive, professional-level understanding of technologies, techniques and the entertainment industry itself.

JMC Academy's audio engineering courses get you there, with state-of-the-art facilities, outstanding hands-on instruction and a highly supportive environment - just steps away from Australia's major studios.

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Quick Course Guide
Qualification Associate Degree or Bachelor Degree Start dates Two intakes per year - contact a SEEK Learning consultant for upcoming start dates.
Course length 2 years (Associate)
3 years (Bachelor)
Pre-requisites Year 12 or equivalent
Delivery method On campus Delivered by JMC Academy
Financial support FEE-HELP and Austudy Recognition Nationally recognised

Learn Both the Craft and the Business

JMC Academy's audio engineering degree courses provide you with in-depth knowledge of the audio production industry, including production, editing, recording and mixing.

Both the Bachelor of Creative Technology (Audio Engineering and Sound Production) and the Associate Degree of Audio Engineering and Sound Production provide you with skills in:

  • Analogue and digital recording
  • Live PA
  • Surround sound
  • Post production for television and video
  • Acoustic design
  • Electronics
  • Music editing
  • Midi sequencing
  • Location recording

JMC Academy's audio engineering courses also cover the business aspects of the industry through studies in copyright law, music literacy, communication and music publishing, so you graduate with the business principles required in the real world.

JMC Academy is also a certified training provider for the industry-standard Digidesign Pro Tools software system, offering 100- and 200-level courses for Pro Tools certification.

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Audio Engineering Course Modules

  • Introduction to the Audio Industry
  • Audio and Acoustic Theory
  • Electronics
  • Studio I
  • Acoustic Design
  • Introduction to Sound Design
  • Music Production Analysis
  • Studio II
  • Electronic Theory and Practice
  • Producing Live Sound
  • Introduction to TV, Radio and Film Audio
  • Studio III (Integration I)
  • Advanced Music Production Analysis
  • Copyright and Publishing
  • Professional Studio Operations
  • Studio IV
  • A History of Western Sound Recording and Mediums with Sound Conservation and Restoration*
  • Advanced Studio Recording Techniques*
  • Audio Senior Seminar*
  • Studio V (Integration II)*
  • Sound Aesthetics*
  • Post Production Audio for Film and TV*
  • Advanced Audio System Design*
  • Studio VI (Integration II)*
Course modules

* Bachelor Degree only


Train in Professional-grade Studios with State-of-the-art Equipment

Through JMC Academy, you gain priority access to superior equipment and professional facilities to enhance your learning experience:

  • Professional recording studios
  • Digital mixing and sound studios
  • Post-production and editing suites
  • Digital media and animation labs
  • Professional fully-fitted rehearsal studios
  • Digital television studios
  • Green screen studios for digital film and television
  • Digital television editing suites
  • Professional HD and mini DV cameras and lighting
Real-world Experience

I have been lucky enough to work while studying, with bands like the Whitlams, the Cruel Sea, and with Disney's production of Toy Story on Ice. It's pretty full-on but excellent fun.

Gareth Stuckey

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Not Ready for a Full Degree Program?

If you are not yet ready to start a full degree program in audio engineering, you can choose to start your studies in the Diploma of Audio Engineering & Sound Production . Also eligible for FEE-HELP and Austudy, the Diploma of Audio Engineering & Sound Production program leads directly in to the Associate and Bachelor degree programs - so you can choose to continue your studies at degree level.


Progress to Master's Level

Students who complete the JMC Academy Bachelor Degree qualify for entry into postgraduate degree courses at Australian universities, and can articulate directly into the Master of Design Science (Audio Engineering) at the University of Sydney and the Master of Recording Arts at Macquarie University.

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Locations & Start Dates

JMC Academy has three campuses:

Each campus has professional facilities and is centrally located, providing easy access. All JMC Academy campuses are situated in creative arts precincts, close to major recording studios and film and television production studios.

There are two intakes every year for the audio engineering course. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant for upcoming start dates.

Places are limited, so enrol now to book your spot.


About JMC Academy

JMC Academy is Australia's leading provider of entertainment technology education. With over 25 years' experience, the Academy thoroughly understands the needs of the audio engineering industry, and is committed to providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in your chosen career.

All JMC Academy courses are nationally recognised and are eligible for FEE-HELP and the Austudy government allowance for students.

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