Bachelor of Audio
MAKE SERIOUS NOISE IN THE AUDIO INDUSTRY
Campuses
Belgrade
Fees
Duration(s)
6 Trimesters Full Time (Fast Track)
Complete your course faster by studying through 6 trimesters across 2 years.
Bachelor of Audio
Course Durations
6 Trimesters Full Time (Fast Track)
Complete your course faster by studying through 6 trimesters across 2 years.
Start Date(s)
Belgrade
May 2024
September 2024
Bachelor of Audio
Start Dates
Belgrade
May 2024
September 2024
Entry Requirements
Bachelor of Audio
Domestic Entry Requirements
Both domestic and international students must meet one of the following criteria:
Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (your Year 12 certificate) or equivalent; OR
at least 21 years old and demonstrated experience.
English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, any CEFR certificate) showing B2 level competence.
Bachelor of Audio
International Entry Requirements
International Entry Requirements
Both domestic and international students must meet one of the following criteria:
Completion of a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (your Year 12 certificate) or equivalent; OR
at least 21 years old and demonstrated experience.
English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, any CEFR certificate) showing B2 level competence.
YOUR CAREER IN AUDIO BEGINS NOW
Master your craft on small and large format consoles and record the music genres you're interested in.
Get practical experience in live sound, electronic music, audio post-production and audio for screen.
Learn in world class studio environments
Yamaha, SSL, Audient consoles and Pro Tools, Logic Pro.
Practical, immersive training
All work is project-based, with no exams.
Creative collaboration
Work on projects with songwriters, designers, game developers, filmmakers and animators.
Expand your career
Graduate with a portfolio, work experience, employability and entrepreneurial skills and a network of fellow creatives.
SAE courses are structured in an integrated course framework.
This means that when you complete an SAE Bachelor Degree you will be awarded the maximum credit points available, providing you with the opportunity to seamlessly transition into the higher-level postgraduate qualification if you choose to do so.
This Audio Engineering & Sound Production course covers:
Studio Production
Post Production
Mastering
Sound Principals
Working with Artists
Live Sound
Course Structure
The Bachelor of Audio is broken up into three distinct stages, each designed to develop different skills.
Stage 1: Foundations
Develop the essential technical audio skills and the knowledge required to collaborate with other creative media students and professionals.
The aims of this module are to introduce students to the concept of sound as a physical phenomenon and to enable them to predict its behaviour in different situations. Students will also be introduced to the fundamental concepts of audio production (recording and editing), signal routing, microphones and loudspeakers.
Module outcomes are achieved through a portfolio of artefacts, including macro and micro edits to a series of audio files, using basic audio editing tools with a DAW; and the setup and operation of a simple sound reinforcement system.
A typical topic list for this module includes the following:
Sound Theory and Psychoacoustics
Introduction to Digital Audio
Cabling and Connections
Basic Microphones and Loudspeakers
Live Sound Setups
Basic Audio Editing and Basic Digital Audio Workstation Operation
Soldering and Electronics Time Management
Module outcomes are achieved through a portfolio of artefacts, including macro and micro edits to a series of audio files, using basic audio editing tools with a DAW; and the setup and operation of a simple sound reinforcement system.
A typical topic list for this module includes the following:
Sound Theory and Psychoacoustics
Introduction to Digital Audio
Cabling and Connections
Basic Microphones and Loudspeakers
Live Sound Setups
Basic Audio Editing and Basic Digital Audio Workstation Operation
Soldering and Electronics Time Management
The aims of this module are to enable students to create computer-based music productions, through the introduction of the key tools and workflows used. Students will learn the concepts and application of synthesis, sampling, arrangement, effects processing and mixing.
In ‘Desktop Music Production,’ students will learn to design sounds with synthesis and sampling techniques within a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). They will compile and arrange music production(s), taking into account a basic understanding of music theory and of intellectual property. They will also apply EQ and Dynamics processing to a creative production, work with effects in-the-box, apply DAW-based mixing techniques to their productions, and effectively present their work.
In ‘Desktop Music Production,’ students will learn to design sounds with synthesis and sampling techniques within a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). They will compile and arrange music production(s), taking into account a basic understanding of music theory and of intellectual property. They will also apply EQ and Dynamics processing to a creative production, work with effects in-the-box, apply DAW-based mixing techniques to their productions, and effectively present their work.
The aims of this module are to enable students to work in a studio-based recording environment. They will build the theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are necessary to operate modern professional studio environments so they can arrange and engineer recording sessions.
Recording Techniques introduces students to a studio-based recording environment. They will build the theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are necessary to operate modern professional studio environments and demonstrate this through arranging and engineering recording sessions.
A typical topic list for this module includes the following:
Applied Microphones and Stereo Microphone Techniques
Console Layouts
Control Room / Live Room Layouts
Recording and Mixing Signal Flow for Small Studios
DAW Recording Workflow for Small Studios
Basic Studio Acoustics o Instrumental Recording Techniques
Location Recording
Studio Etiquette
Integration of Hardware Effects
Basic Project Management
Recording Techniques introduces students to a studio-based recording environment. They will build the theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are necessary to operate modern professional studio environments and demonstrate this through arranging and engineering recording sessions.
A typical topic list for this module includes the following:
Applied Microphones and Stereo Microphone Techniques
Console Layouts
Control Room / Live Room Layouts
Recording and Mixing Signal Flow for Small Studios
DAW Recording Workflow for Small Studios
Basic Studio Acoustics o Instrumental Recording Techniques
Location Recording
Studio Etiquette
Integration of Hardware Effects
Basic Project Management
The aims of this module are to enable students to focus on production workflows and techniques that are common across various audio fields, such as music and multimedia. Students will be introduced to the music and multimedia industries and explore the roles within them.
The ‘Audio Production Industries’ module focuses on production workflows and techniques that are common across various audio fields, such as music and multimedia. Students will be introduced to the music and multimedia industries and explore the roles within them. Students will enhance their skill set in audio editing by investigating sound restoration, pitch & time correction and multitrack drum editing. They will also look at mixing techniques for both multimedia and music applications, within a studio environment. Finally, they will research and write about a relevant area of the audio industries.
A typical topic list for this module includes the following:
Introduction to the music industry, production and roles
Introduction to multimedia industries and the role of sound
Production planning o Listening analysis (songs / film soundtracks)
Advanced editing (sound restoration / drum editing / pitch and timing correction)
Media formats (sound formats / synchronisation / frame rates / design)
Studio mixing techniques
Research
Academic writing
The ‘Audio Production Industries’ module focuses on production workflows and techniques that are common across various audio fields, such as music and multimedia. Students will be introduced to the music and multimedia industries and explore the roles within them. Students will enhance their skill set in audio editing by investigating sound restoration, pitch & time correction and multitrack drum editing. They will also look at mixing techniques for both multimedia and music applications, within a studio environment. Finally, they will research and write about a relevant area of the audio industries.
A typical topic list for this module includes the following:
Introduction to the music industry, production and roles
Introduction to multimedia industries and the role of sound
Production planning o Listening analysis (songs / film soundtracks)
Advanced editing (sound restoration / drum editing / pitch and timing correction)
Media formats (sound formats / synchronisation / frame rates / design)
Studio mixing techniques
Research
Academic writing
Stage 2: Advanced: Refine & Expand
Broaden your scope to work on complex multidisciplinary projects in accordance with industry-standard practices.
The aims of this module are to enable students to utilise complex and industry-relevant workflows for producing media projects in a simulated workplace setting. They will explore best-practice project planning, production techniques and project execution methods as they complete studio work. Throughout this module students will be encouraged to engage in self-reflective processes to improve their creative and collaborative work practices and to build the core skills necessary for a successful career in the creative industries. With the guidance of studio facilitators, students will complete set project briefs designed to build on the foundation skills acquired in Level 4 and to further enhance their competencies within their discipline area.
The aims of this module are to enable students to develop their knowledge and skills in creative media business practices. They will begin to build expertise in the tools needed to work effectively on creative business projects, to undertake marketing roles within the sector and to apply an entrepreneurial mindset. The module will introduce key differences between production strategies for the arts or sciences, preparing students to develop their own specialization at Level 6. With an understanding of the interdependency between members of a creative project team, students will contribute their specialised knowledge in an assigned role to collaborate on a project with their peers. An essential aspect of Creative Studio 2 is the teamwork required to assign tasks based on the strengths of individual team members, to plan and manage the project from a business perspective, and to work collaboratively to complete the project on time and to specification.
The aims of this module are to enable students to identify an area of professional interest and undertake research to develop a deep and sound knowledge in that area. This research will inform their final Major Project and their stated professional development goals. The module will also establish key differences between methodologies in the arts and sciences, to enable students to consciously position their work within either the arts of sciences.
The aims of this module are to enable students to develop their professional practice through the planning and development of an independent activity, which may have a practical or theoretical focus, and may be individual or collaborative. Students will develop a stronger awareness of their professional interests through focus on an area of specialization
Module outcomes are achieved through the development of a learning contract, the production of an advanced, specialized project, and a presentation and reflection on the work undertaken. Students may undertake industry-based ‘live projects’ as a part of their learning, and should seek advice from the module leader.
A typical list of topics for the module will include:
Project planning and management
Resource allocation
Self-assessment and reflection
Workplace engagement and integration
Communication and networking
Time management
Reporting and presentation
Communication and networking
Module outcomes are achieved through the development of a learning contract, the production of an advanced, specialized project, and a presentation and reflection on the work undertaken. Students may undertake industry-based ‘live projects’ as a part of their learning, and should seek advice from the module leader.
A typical list of topics for the module will include:
Project planning and management
Resource allocation
Self-assessment and reflection
Workplace engagement and integration
Communication and networking
Time management
Reporting and presentation
Communication and networking
Stage 3: Showcase
Execute a project of your own design which is of a high quality and externally published, with the knowledge to commercialise if you choose. You'll also apply your skills through industry work placement.
The aims of this module are to enable students pursuing the Audio Production award to demonstrate their skills in a large scale, advanced level project. There are two options for the Major Project: a practice-based project (realisation of a creative art project- BA), or a research-based project (BSc). The module will lead to the final award of a Bachelor of Arts.
UCAS Course Codes
BA/BSc (Hons) Audio Production
AUD (6 TRIMESTERS)
We consult closely with industry professionals so you can expect a course that’s highly relevant and equips you with sought-after skills.
What jobs will this course lead me into?
Studio Engineer
Music Producer
Game Audio Specialist
Sound Editor
Staging Crew
Audio/Visual Technician
Sound Designer
Live Sound Engineer/Operator
Radio Broadcasting
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Course FAQs
All SAE courses have a focus on practical, hands-on delivery. The amount of practical time you experience during your studies does vary, depending on your course. You will also have opportunities to access campus resources and facilities outside of class time, during campus opening hours.
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CREDIT AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
SAE may recognise your prior learning and may grant credit towards satisfying the requirements for a VET or a higher-level program. This is applied where previous learning is considered equivalent to the content and learning outcomes prescribed for units within the program.
For full details, please refer to SAE's policy on recognition of prior learning and credit transfers.
SAE may recognise your prior learning and may grant credit towards satisfying the requirements for a VET or a higher-level program. This is applied where previous learning is considered equivalent to the content and learning outcomes prescribed for units within the program.
For full details, please refer to SAE's policy on recognition of prior learning and credit transfers.
