Course overview
This is more than a traditional audio engineering program. You will go beyond the recording studio combining proven theory with practical experience as you record and create music in unique ways, helping you become a successful audio practitioner and to launch a fulfilling career.
You will learn the technical theory and skills around capturing sound. But this specialisation is not just about learning to use the technology. It provides a structured learning environment in which you can apply your knowledge and skills creatively.
The course can be completed in either two or three years of study.
Course record
Other Information
Practical experience
Collaboration projects with AIM students from other disciplines give you practical experience in producing and recording.
Fees and charges
Refer to Australian Institute of Music current fee information.
Majors
Areas of study
Audio delivery, capturing and creating sound, DAWs and mixing consoles, editing sound for other media, post-production, production process, recording techniques, sound system design.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Recording & mixing, mastering engineer, electronic music programmer, audio-visual technician, broadcast engineer, film and games sound designer, live concert engineer, location sound recordist, music producer, post producer – foley & sound effects, ADR, stage sound designer.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
- Applicants with recent secondary education Completion of an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent), including the International Baccalaureate (IB). AIM courses do not have an ATAR requirement. All applicants Refer to AIM’s entry requirements .
Student profile
No de-identified past offer cases are available for this course yet.
Campuses & intake dates
Upcoming intakes
- Sydney CampusNSW14 Sept 2026
- Sydney CampusNSW