Diploma in
Audio Technology

The qualification is designed to cater to the needs of school-leaving students who want to enter the audio technology field, as well as individuals with relevant industry experience who wish to formalise and further develop their existing knowledge and skills.

The qualification is intended for school-leaving students who want to enter the audio technology field, as well as individuals with relevant industry experience who wish to formalise and further develop their existing knowledge and skills.

The Diploma provides an industry-responsive pathway into a range of professional environments where audio technology competencies are required, while also providing a foundation for further learning and career development.

What will I learn?

Students develop integrated knowledge and applied competencies in:

• Digital Audio Workstations

• Audio Technology

• Audio Post-Production

• Broadcasting

• Music Theory and Recording

• Live Sound Production

• Electronics for Audio

• Entertainment Industry Business, Law and Copyright

Students learn to apply theoretical principles, established sound engineering practices, technical skills and creative approaches to plan and execute audio productions across studio, live, broadcast and other professional environments, with increasing levels of independence.

Through work-integrated learning, practical productions, projects and specialised capstone activities, students bring together their theoretical knowledge and practical skills in authentic or simulated industry environments. These experiences provide students with opportunities to develop a portfolio of work that will facilitate their ability to find gainful employment and prepare them for further learning.​

Professional Skills and Attributes

Throughout the Diploma, students also develop important graduate attributes, including problem-solving, effective communication, collaboration and teamwork, self-management, ethical and professional conduct, health and safety awareness, and the responsible use of technology.

These attributes support students in participating effectively in professional audio technology environments, while also preparing them for further learning and lifelong career development.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Diploma in Audio Technology may pursue careers as mastering engineers, audio technicians, sound engineers, live sound technicians, broadcast audio technicians, audio post-production technicians, music producers, mixing engineers, front-of-house engineers and recording technicians, reflecting the qualification's broad focus areas.

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Students graduating with this qualification may find employment in a variety of environments, depending on their area of specialisation, including live music venues, recording studios, recording companies, advertising agencies, radio broadcasters, television and film production companies, churches, theatres and sporting venues.