Entry requirements

Applicants for Diploma courses must satisfy one of the following minimum entry criteria:

• Provide a copy of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) that has been awarded by an agency or authority of a State of Territory for the student's completion of year 12;  OR
• alternative entry for applicants who do not meet the requirements above.

Under section 6.8 of the Student Progression, Exclusion and Graduation Policy, SAE reserves the right to apply conditional enrollments to students who apply to SAE via alternative entry. The Academic Coordinator will determine an appropriate set of support mechanisms for each student, based on individual experience and merit.

Applicants for the Diploma of Music Production - see below.

Alternative Entry

SAE recognise that preparation for study is not restricted to formal educational attainment and that valuable cognitive and skills development can be gained through experience. SAE will review applications on a case by case basis if you:

• are at least 18 years of age;
• do not have formal qualifications for entry;
• seek admission to courses on the basis of your aptitude for higher learning and skills development through professional, work, life experience and non- accredited study

To apply via alternative entry, students are required to undertake an interview with an assigned representative of SAE and provide supporting evidence that may include:

• records of any formal qualifications attained;
• evidence of any informal studies undertaken;
• references relating to work history relevant to the chosen field of study (if applicable);
• resume or curriculum vitae; AND
• a portfolio of relevant materials that demonstrates creative aptitude, knowledge, technical skills and abilities

In addition, candidates may also be asked to undertake an exam or written assignment to satisfactorily demonstrate capacity to meet the program requirements.

In all cases alternative entry into any HE diploma program will only be granted to students with at least a Year 10 level of schooling.

Diploma of Music Production

In addition to the above requirements, students wishing to enrol in the Music Production Diploma will also be invited to participate in an interview and audition process. This process will help to establish underlying music skills and knowledge as well as program suitability. Remote interviews can be arranged for international students. Students can submit a portfolio of work as an alternative to the audition.

Portfolios may include;

• Links to your music or musical performances Youtube, Soundcloud etc.
• Links to online portfolio pages
• Statement providing an overview of existing skills and knowledge in music production, including examples from senior secondary music classes, AMEB & CPM certification, appointment in school orchestra’s or bands etc.

Fees and Payments

Fees: view our current Fee Schedule for information on SAE course fees.

Payment options: Fee-Help, or upfront trimester instalments.