Program Overview

Bachelor of Audio (Australia Pathway)

Overview

The Bachelor of Audio at SAE is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the audio industry. The program covers various aspects of audio production, including studio production, post-production, and live sound, using industry-standard software and equipment.

During their time at SAE, students will learn on a variety of industry-standard software, including Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, and Ableton Live. They will also participate in real-world projects under the guidance of expert SAE staff, demonstrating their skills and technical knowledge in a collaborative studio-based learning environment.

Careers

Graduates of the Bachelor of Audio program can pursue a range of career opportunities, including:

• Audio Engineer
• Post Production Engineer
• Mixing Engineer
• Live-sound Engineer
• Music Producer
• Audio Post-production
• Mastering Engineer
• Broadcast Engineer
• Professional Industry Trainer
• Entertainment Manager
• Studio Manager
• Music Industry Consultant
• Digital Media Entrepreneur
• Educator

Employers

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 Sing Studios
• Woodstock Studios
• Prince of Wales Hotel
• Revolver
• J-Air Community radio station

Modules

The program is structured into several semesters, with the following modules:

Semester 1

• Communication Skills (3 SCU)
• Principles of Sound and Sound Production (6 SCU)
• Introduction to Audio Technology (6 SCU)
• Applied Music Theory (6 SCU)

Semester 2

• Signal Processing and Aural Perception (6 SCU)
• Fundamentals of Digital Audio (6 SCU)
• DAW Production (6 SCU)
• Studio Production (6 SCU)

Option 1: Standard 20 Months

• Trimester 1-3:
  • Audio Studio 1 (3 SCU)
  • Media Studies (3 SCU)
  • Audio Studio 2 (Studio Production) (3 SCU)
  • Audio Studio 3 (Studio Production) (3 SCU)
• Trimester 4:
  • Cultural Perspectives (3 SCU)
  • Major Project Development (3 SCU)
  • Overview of Industry (3 SCU)
• Trimester 5:
  • Major Project Production (3 SCU)
  • Work Placement (3 SCU)

Option 2: Intensives 16 Months

• Trimester 1-2:
  • Overview of Industry (3 SCU)
  • Audio Studio (3 SCU)
  • Media Studies (3 SCU)
  • Audio Studio 2 (Studio Production)
• Trimester 3:
  • Major Project Development (3 SCU)
  • Audio Studio 3 (Studio Production) (3 SCU)
• Trimester 4:
  • Cultural Perspectives (3 SCU)
  • Work Placement (3 SCU)
  • Major Project Production

Key Info

• Duration: 12 months in SAE Jakarta, 24 months in SAE Australia
• Course Type: Bachelor
• Registration: Open until August 2023, intake in September 2023
• Requirements:
  • Completed High School or equivalent
  • English language proficiency of IELTS: 6.0 overall score, with no band score below 5.5
  • Successfully completed Intensive Course on Indonesian Units in 12 months
  • Minimum of 18 years of age
• Intake: September 2023, and continue in Australia commencing in February, May/June, September (Campuses: Brisbane, Byron Bay, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth)