SAE Institute Sydney - Audio Engineering, Digital Film Making, and Electronic Music Production

For full information on the programs offered at SAE Institute, please click the course headings below:

Audio Engineering Courses

These courses provide students with the practical skills necessary to work in the entertainment and music industries. Students learn the technical and creative aspects of the recording process by working on complex projects in various professional studio environments. The courses cover all aspects of audio production, studio recording and live sound techniques, mixing, mastering, MIDI and modern music creation, music business, studio acoustics and the application of current technology to the music production process. Students can also go on to gain expertise in music and business management, marketing, communications, and knowledge of the contemporary 'infotainment' industry.

  • Diploma of Music Industry (Technical Production)

    • Vocational Education & Training (VET) Course - NTIS Code CUS50201
    Duration : 12 months full-time / 24 months part-time
    Delivery : Face-to-face on campus (Internal)
    Available at : Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth

  • Diploma & Bachelor of Audio Production

    • Higher Education Diploma & Degree
    Duration : 12 or 24 months full-time
    Delivery : Face-to-face on campus (Internal)
    Available at : Byron Bay, Sydney

Filmmaking Courses

These courses are designed to provide students with experience in all facets of digital filmmaking and production; they foster creative confidence and artistic independence in a hands-on learning environment. The courses cover the technical and creative components of filmmaking including: concept development, screen writing, camera operation, production management, directing, editing and sound design. Students create their own projects to develop skills as directors, producers and editors with the aim to become proficient filmmakers. Students can also go on to gain expertise in digital film production, business management, marketing, communications and knowledge of the contemporary 'infotainment' industry.

  • Diploma of Screen (Majoring in Film)

    • Vocational Education & Training (VET) Course - NTIS Code CUS50401
    Duration : 12 months full-time / 24 months part-time
    Delivery : Face-to-face on campus (Internal)
    Available at : Melbourne and Perth

  • Diploma & Bachelor of Film Production

    • Higher Education Diploma & Degree
    Duration : 12 or 24 months full-time
    Delivery : Face-to-face on campus (Internal)
    Available at : Byron Bay, Sydney

Electronic Music Production Course

The Electronic Music Production (EMP) course is intended for musicians and DJs who enjoy experimenting as well as people with a distinct interest in electronic music.

  • Certificate III in Music Industry (Technical Production)

    • Vocational Education & Training (VET) Course - NTIS Code CUS30201
    Duration : 6 months part-time
    Delivery : Face-to-face on campus (Internal)
    Available at : Byron Bay, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth

Short Courses



  • Ableton (Live - Create & Destroy With Ableton Live)

  • Apple Logic (Music Production With Logic Pro)

  • Pro Tools (Recording & Mixing With Pro Tools)

  • Reason (Beats, Bass & Synths Using Reason)

  • Final Cut Pro (Video Editing With Final Cut Pro)

  • Color (Professional Color Grading)


A summary of the employability skills developed through this qualification can be downloaded from http://employabilityskills.training.com.au/