Bachelor of Creative production in Music and Sound design

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Technology Sydney

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Creative Production in Music and Sound Design at the University of Technology Sydney is ideal for creative students who want to turn their passion for music, sound and technology into a professional career. The course combines hands-on learning in music production, songwriting, sound design, recording and creative technologies, helping students develop both technical skills and their own creative style.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Build a strong foundation in music and sound through subjects such as Introduction to the Recording Studio, Introduction to Songwriting and Composition, and Exploring Audio Culture, developing essential recording, production and composition skills.

Year 2: Move into more creative and collaborative work with subjects such as Screen Sound Design, Real-time Creation and Collaborative Production, and Creative Production: Sound and Moving Image, exploring sound for screen and multimedia projects.

Year 3: Bring everything together through Screen Soundtrack Production, Music Business: 450 Records, and Music and Sound Project, creating portfolio-ready work while gaining an understanding of the professional and business side of the music industry.

Focus Areas: Music production, songwriting, composition, recording, sound engineering, screen sound design, soundtrack production, creative technologies, music business and digital media.

Learning Outcomes: Develop the creative and technical skills to produce music, compose original work, record and design sound, create audio for screen and digital media, collaborate on creative projects and build a strong professional portfolio.

Professional Alignment: UTS Music and Sound Design is a member of the International Association of Film and Television Schools (CILECT). Students also benefit from industry connections, including opportunities linked to the student-run 450 Records, which provides exposure to real-world music industry practices.

Reputation: UTS is a globally recognised university, ranked among the world’s top 100 universities in the QS World University Rankings, with a strong reputation for practical, industry-connected education and graduate employability.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At UTS, learning goes well beyond the classroom. Music and Sound Design students spend plenty of time creating, recording and experimenting with sound using professional studios, production spaces and industry-standard technology. They also work on collaborative projects and build a strong portfolio of original work, giving them valuable practical experience before they graduate:

Professional Recording Studios: Record vocals, instruments, Foley and ADR using purpose-built studios with control rooms, recording spaces and vocal booths.
Industry-Standard Software: Gain hands-on experience with tools such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live and Adobe Creative Suite for music, audio and creative production.
Digital Production Facilities: Work in specialised production spaces equipped with iMacs, MIDI controllers, digital audio workstations and sound editing facilities.
Collaborative Projects: Work with other creative students on projects that encourage experimentation, teamwork and experience across different areas of media and production.
450 Records: Get a taste of the real music industry through 450 Records, UTS’s student-run record label, gaining exposure to areas such as artist development, music production and promotion.
Portfolio Development: Create original music, sound and multimedia projects throughout the degree, building a professional portfolio that can showcase your skills to future employers and collaborators.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Creative Production in Music and Sound Design can build careers across music, film, television, digital media and the wider creative industries. With practical production experience and a portfolio of original work, students can pursue roles such as Music Producer, Sound Designer, Audio Engineer or Composer, with further opportunities supported by UTS’s strong industry connections:

Career Support: UTS Careers provides students with career consultations, job-search support, résumé and application advice, workshops, industry events and access to employment opportunities, helping students prepare for the transition from university into professional work.
Graduate Employability: UTS has a strong reputation for career-focused education and graduate employability. Students graduate with practical production skills and a portfolio that can help demonstrate their creative and technical abilities to employers and clients.
Industry Connections: Students gain valuable industry exposure through initiatives such as 450 Records, UTS’s student-run record label, and its connection with Mushroom Music Group, offering insight into areas such as music production, publishing, artist development and the wider music business.
Professional Recognition: UTS Music and Sound Design is a member of CILECT – the International Association of Film and Television Schools, connecting the discipline with an international network of leading screen and creative education institutions.
Graduation Outcomes: Graduates leave with experience in music production, composition, recording, screen sound and collaborative creative work, preparing them for employment, freelance careers or independent creative projects across the music and media industries.

Further Academic Progression: After completing the bachelor’s degree, students can continue into postgraduate study at UTS in related creative and communication fields. Those interested in developing advanced research expertise may also progress towards higher-degree research pathways, subject to meeting the relevant academic and admission requirements.