

Why choose this course?
Advance your music skills with this qualification. Learn how to set up and operate for live sound, record and mix bands in a recording studio, and edit sound using the latest digital audio workstations (DAW). In addition you will acquire skills to work with audio and video for social media content development and learn about basic lighting systems.
This course is closely aligned with current industry standard. It’s practical content concentrates on teaching you the skills and ability to set up your own studio and get your career started in this fast paced industry. You will learn from industry experienced lecturers, and have an opportunity to network with sound production professionals, boosting your chances of employment during or after study.
Career opportunities
- Sound Designer
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An IELTS score (academic) of 5.5 with no band score less than 5.0 or equivalent.
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Completion of the equivalent of Australian Year 10.
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Students will be required to participate in an interview with the North Metropolitan TAFE Head of Program for Music to discuss their Resume which outlines musical skills and experience.
There may be further semester intakes available for enrolment. You can view any further intakes when you submit your online application(opens in a new tab).
For information about pathways from TAFE to university, view our Pathways to university page.
How to apply
Apply to study at TAFE in six steps:
- find a course;
- check entry requirements;
- submit an application;
- accept your offer and pay;
- apply for your student visa; and
- receive your visa and come to Australia for your studies.
View our TAFE application process for detailed advice
Cutoff dates to apply for TAFE Semester 2, 2023:
- Students not in Australia: applications close Friday 19 May 2023.
- Students already in Australia: applications will be assessed depending on availability.
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TAFE International Western Australia (TIWA) is the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) provider, for the delivery of training to international students, enrolled in a TAFE course in Western Australia. This nationally recognised course is delivered by a Western Australian TAFE college on TIWA's behalf. TIWA retains responsibility for the quality of the training and assessment delivered by the TAFE colleges and for the issue of certification documentation to students.