Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Audio Arts and Sciences (MAAS) is a one-year, 40-unit program offering specializations in Music Recording Production or Audio System Design. Core courses include Immersive Sound Technologies, Acoustics, Critical Listening, and a Graduate Internship.

Program Structure

• Core (20 units):
  • MUA5175 Immersive Sound Technologies (4 units)
  • MUA5174 Acoustics (4 units)
  • MUA5170 Critical Listening Laboratory (4 units)
  • MUA5176 Graduate Internship in Audio Arts and Sciences (8 units)
• Specialization in Music Recording Production (20 units):
  • MUA5171 Advanced Multitrack Recording Techniques (8 units)
  • MUA5172 Advanced Classical Music Recording Production (8 units)
  • MUA5179 Critical Listening in Studio Work for Conductors and Producers (4 units)
• Specialization in Audio System Design (20 units):
  • MUA5173 Audio System Tuning (8 units)
  • MUA5177 Electroacoustics for Vehicles (8 units)
  • MUA5178 Audio System Market and Industry (4 units)

Admission Requirements

Admission requires a relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience, along with a strong background in music or engineering depending on the chosen specialization.

Continuation Requirements

• Good = GPA is 3.0 and above in any semester
• Probation/Warning = GPA is below 3.0 in any semester
• Dismissal = GPA is below 2.5 for 2 consecutive semesters
• Dismissal = GPA is between 2.5 and 2.9 for 3 consecutive semesters

Graduation Requirements

Students will be required to have a minimum 3.00 or higher GPA result to be eligible to graduate.

Fees and Funding

The Master of Audio Arts & Sciences is a self-funded programme with no scholarship or SSG subsidy/SkillsFuture Credit available. Please refer to Cost of Attendance for more information.