Pathway to
Diploma of Music (Creation and Composition)

CRICOS Code: 110848C | National Code: CUA30920

The Certificate III in Music (Sound Production) will give you an introduction to the music industry and teach you the principles of sound engineering. Learn about studio recording and live sound as you gain experience performing live mixing and recording a finished song.

Develop basic audio skills and knowledge, assist with sound recordings, perform basic sound editing and mix sound. Learn how to incorporate technology into music making and make a music demo.

During the course, you'll work in a recording studio using industry-standard software and recording equipment to create music. You'll also have access to specialty music computer labs, industry-standard speakers for listening to music, and instruments to help you to practise your craft.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Academic Requirements:

• Year 10 or equivalent

English Language Requirements:

• Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent

TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you require may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.

COURSE INTAKES

for 2025

for 2026

CRICOS Code: 110849B | National Code: CUA50820

The Diploma of Music (Creation and Composition) has a focus on electronic music production. This course is designed to take your career in sound design, music production and distribution to the next level. Strengthen your technical skills to compose, record, create albums, work on live shows and explore the world of audio post-production.

Refine your skills in music production as you create original music using your computer, develop your freelance business skills and gain an understanding of copyright. Work on beats, toplines and remixes, and become a producer, songwriter, DJ, recording engineer or live sound mixer.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Academic Requirements:

• Year 12 or equivalent

English Language Requirements:

• Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent

Additional Requirement:

• Submission of video or audio files and attend an interview demonstrating your Music Creation and Composition ability. The interview will take place via an online video conferencing platform such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.

OR

• Complete a CUA30920 Certificate III in Music (Performance) or CUA30920 Certificate III in Music (Sound Production)

TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you need may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.

COURSE INTAKES

for 2025

for 2026