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Study Music

If you're down to create it, study Music at SAE.

We’ll provide you with the tech, the music gurus, and the creative environment for you to truly thrive. Your creative career starts here.
Enrol for MAY 2024
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The Future of Music is You

Do you see yourself on stage in front of thousands? Producing beats and EDM hits? Working in a studio producing records? Building and designing your own live events?

At SAE, our music courses are designed to build the essential skills for creating a successful career in today’s modern music industry. You’ll learn and apply theoretical knowledge and best practices while accessing studios with cutting-edge equipment.

Our small, hands-on classes combined with online study in collaboration with your fellow creatives will ensure you get the support you deserve. Learn from the best in the biz and pick the brains of our industry-experienced mentors.

You’ll gain proficiencies in songwriting, composition, music business and industry, stagecraft, recording techniques, electronic music and studio music production.

If you choose to study an Associate Degree or the Bachelor of Music at SAE you'll have the option to drill down into your chosen area of interest by studying electives in your chosen specialist pathway.
Duration(s)
6 Trimesters Full Time (Fast Track)
8 Trimesters Full Time
9 Trimesters Full Time
Part-time option available
We understand that things can change, so you'll have the flexibility to change your study load throughout your course if you need to.
Qualification Bachelor
Available to Domestic Students International Students
Campus

Adelaide, 

Brisbane, 

Byron Bay, 

Melbourne, 

Perth, 

Sydney
Music

Bachelor of Music

The Bachelor of Music will provide you a unique opportunity to build all the essential skills for creating a successful career in today’s modern music industry. You’ll learn and apply theoretical knowledge and best practices while accessing studios with cutting-edge equipment.

You’ll gain proficiencies in songwriting, composition, music business and industry, stagecraft, recording techniques and electronic music production and studio music production.

Building on the core skills of a working music professional, the Bachelor of Music at SAE is completely unique and allows you to either choose from a pool of electives and complete a Bachelor of Music or dive deeper and specialise in one of four different pathways.

• Songwriting and Music Production
• Electronic Music Production
• Music Industry and Business
• Creative Musicianship

Your growth and development as a creative practitioner will be assessed through the completion of industry-based projects and work placement. This will ultimately help you build a body of work and portfolio to share with potential employers or your first client.

Potential career paths may include --> Songwriter • Music Producer • Artist Manager • Artist / Musician • Live Musician • Studio Musician • DJ • Electronic Producer • Content Creator • Music Entrepreneur

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Duration(s)
4 Trimesters Full Time (Fast Track)
6 Trimesters Full Time
Part-time option available
We understand that things can change, so you'll have the flexibility to change your study load throughout your course if you need to.
Qualification Associate Degree
Available to Domestic Students International Students
Campus

Adelaide, 

Brisbane, 

Byron Bay, 

Melbourne, 

Perth, 

Sydney
Music

Associate Degree of Music

The Associate Degree of Music, nested within the Bachelor of Music, builds the essential skills for creating a successful career in today’s modern music industry. You’ll learn and apply theoretical knowledge and best practices while accessing studios with cutting-edge equipment.

You’ll gain proficiencies in songwriting, composition, music business and industry, stagecraft, recording techniques and electronic music production and studio music production.

Building on the core skills of a working music professional, the Associate Degree of Music at SAE allows you a unique opportunity to dive deeper into your chosen area of interest by studying three specialisation electives in one of the following four different pathways.

• Songwriting and Music Production
• Electronic Music Production
• Music Industry and Business
• Creative Musicianship

Your growth and development as a creative practitioner will be assessed through the completion of industry-based projects. As your skills develop and you work on more dynamic projects, you’ll apply your capabilities to cross-discipline projects in audio, film, games and animation.

Potential career paths may include --> Studio Composer • Music Producer • Music Technician • Artist and Repertoire Scout • Music and Sound Designer • Live Music Performer • Studio Musician • Songwriter • Commercial Music Composer/Producer • Music Technician • Music Supervisor • Music Library Curator • Music for film and games and other media

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Duration(s)
2 Trimesters Full Time (Fast Track)
3 Trimesters Full Time
Part-time option available
We understand that things can change, so you'll have the flexibility to change your study load throughout your course if you need to.
Qualification Undergraduate Diploma
Available to Domestic Students International Students
Campus

Adelaide, 

Brisbane, 

Byron Bay, 

Melbourne, 

Perth, 

Sydney
Music

Diploma of Music

The Diploma of Music, nested within the Bachelor of Music, builds the foundational skills underpinning a successful career in today’s modern music industry. You’ll learn and apply theoretical knowledge and best practices while accessing studios with cutting-edge equipment.

You’ll develop foundational and generalised skills in songwriting, music production, electronic music production, music industry and collaborative music making.

Through hands-on training, we’ll help you amplify your talents, refine your skills and sharpen your craft in a matter of months. You’ll be guided by master lecturers who will mentor you in all key areas, while also giving you great insight into the music industry.

Upon completion, you will be eligible for up to 80 credit points toward the Bachelor of Music.

Potential career paths may include --> Studio Assistant • Festival Coordinator • Junior Sound Editor • Independent Music Producer • Voice over Recordist/Engineer • Entry level DJ • Radio/Broadcast Personnel • Junior Studio Administrator or Sound Designer

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SAE MUSIC ALUMNI, BECKI WHITTON

“SAE really provided me with the technical vocabulary that I needed and it also surrounded me with a bunch of collaborators working in a heap of different musical genres. Learning from them has given me strategies that still help me to this day.”

Hear more about Becki’s journey with SAE and how she got prepared for a career as a mixing/mastering/vocal engineer, songwriter and producer.
Girl sits on rolling chair in a recording studio space - lit with purple LEDs on the floor. SAE MUSIC ALUMNI, BECKI WHITTON
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Download the Industry Infopack

Our Music Industry Infopack contains exclusive content including:
  • Our top 5 must-have talents to ensure you thrive in the Music biz
  • What the future of the industry looks like and where your dream role will fit into it
  • The key areas you’ll master at SAE that’ll take your skillset to the next level
  • Career opportunities in the Music industry

You’ll also snag a copy of our Course Guide (PDF) and our Fee Schedule (PDF).

WHY STUDY MUSIC AT SAE?

SAE prepares students for a bright future in the music industry. These courses provide a unique and practical learning experience that’s tailored to interests and aspirations, allowing a seamless transition into a career in music.

Creative collaboration
Work with peers in audio, design, film, games, music and animation.
Learn now, pay later
FEE-HELP available.
Get career ready
Project work, industry placements and mentoring.
Online and on-campus
Small class sizes, flexible study schedule. Study full time or part time.
Industry mentors
Learn from experienced creative practitioners.
Enhanced reputation
SAE's University College status gives you a competitive edge in the industry.
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CAREER OUTCOMES

Some careers you could pursue with a Music qualification from SAE:
  • Songwriter
  • Music Producer
  • Artist Manager
  • Artist / Musician
  • Live Musician
  • Studio Musician
  • DJ
  • Electronic Music Producer
  • Content Creator
  • Music Entrepreneur

What graduates say about SAE

Man stands on stage, with headphones. Hands crossed in front of mixing console SAE Bachelor of Music graduate | Callum Peutrill
“Studying at SAE provided me with a structure, and connected a lot of the dots, so when I went out into the industry and an engineer started talking about live sound, I was able to understand that because of the rounded education I got from my time at SAE.”

Bill Day

SAE Alumni | Current Job: DJ Bill Day AKA Mr Bill
Man is standing with arms crossed across chest. He wears a black tee shirt and looks into the distance. SAE graduate and music producer | Charles Inopiquez
"Studying at SAE is probably the best thing I’ve ever done. I’ve met so many talented people, and it’s awesome to share ideas and collaborate on projects with them."

Charles Inopiquez

SAE Alumni | Current Job: Signed Music Producer
Profile portrait of woman with green curly hair. She wears red lipstick. Producer, Vocalist, Performer, DJ and SAE graduate Isabella Piper. Profile portrait of woman with green curly hair. She wears red lipstick.
"SAE gave me the tools to understand how to create the sounds I wanted, but I also found that the environment and the energy of the people I met and made friends with made it fun and exciting."

Isabella Piper

SAE Alumni | Current Job: Producer, Vocalist, Performer and DJ

What you can study at SAE

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Animation Animation Animation courses that will render the career you want.
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Group Audio Audio courses that will give your audio career some serious noise.
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CI Dark Creative Industries Multidisciplinary courses that’ll allow you to be creative with your career.
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Group 3 Design Design courses that have the path to your design career laid out.
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Group 4 Film Film courses that have everything from concept to the final cut.
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Group 5 Games Game development and design courses to get your career ahead of the game.
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Group 6 Music Music courses that will get your music career on track.
Person working with a 3D printed dog
Animation Animation Animation courses that will render the career you want.
Two students operating an audio desk
Group Audio Audio courses that will give your audio career some serious noise.
Student adjusting the lighting on set
CI Dark Creative Industries Multidisciplinary courses that’ll allow you to be creative with your career.
Student standing and drawing
Group 3 Design Design courses that have the path to your design career laid out.
Man operating camera with green screen in background
Group 4 Film Film courses that have everything from concept to the final cut.
Two students playing video games. Left person has arms up
Group 5 Games Game development and design courses to get your career ahead of the game.
Sound technician fixing a microphone
Group 6 Music Music courses that will get your music career on track.
Person working with a 3D printed dog

Animation

Overview

Let your imagination run wild as you build on your technical dexterity and practical experience with our accredited Animation courses. With state-of-the-art technology, software (think Autodesk 3DS Max, Maya, Adobe Creative Suite), and professional animators at your side, a career of bringing life to your very own world and characters is yours for the taking.

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Audio

Overview

Be the boss of beats and carve out your future as an in-demand master of sound and audio through our hands-on internationally accredited training, knowledge transfer, and access to collaboration with our community of artists across industries. You’ll benefit from having the best in the biz leading your classes using top DAWS, and state-of-the-art tech in world-class studios and facilities.

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Creative Industries

Overview

Choose your own adventure with Creative Industries where you'll level-up your game across Animation, Audio, Design, Film, Games, and Music. From screenwriting to game design, music production and more, develop your artistic voice across these fields, so you not only find your niche but gain the skills and experience to have multiple choices in an exciting career where you design your destiny.

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Design

Overview

Rethink the norm and challenge how design affects human behaviour, emotion, and the way we see the world. Master your craft in conceptualizing, illustration, and design in a way where you’ll rise to the top as a business-savvy creative entrepreneur. With our tech and latest software, including the Adobe Creative Suite, you'll be turning your ideas into reality and laying out your path to success.

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Film

Overview

Combine your passion for film with our technology and industry professionals as your mentors, because you are the driving force of our cinematic future. Start practising your Oscar acceptance speech as you’ll thrive within our community of creatives and graduate with award-winning cinematography, screenwriting, and direction skills. The practical experience, technical knowledge, and connections you’ll gain will bring you to the forefront of future filmmaking.

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Games

Overview

Level up your skills in driving the future of the gaming phenomenon. Our courses will ensure you’ll have what it takes to build a successful career bringing life to new worlds, characters and challenges for billions to get addicted to playing on a range of different platforms. Our industry-based teachers will have you mastering advanced techniques and methodologies you can apply with software like Unreal Engine, Unity 3D, and more so you can unlock all levels and win.

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Music

Overview

Master your musical talents and increase your range of skills, knowledge, and technological dexterity to make it big in this industry. You'll gain a competitive edge by immersing yourself in our collaborative creative environment. Get a leg up with the all-important connections and mentors to guide you through fine-tuning your producing, composing, and recording skills whilst building a dynamic portfolio to put you on the map.

NOT SURE IF MUSIC IS FOR YOU?

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