Bachelor of Arts (Music: Electronic Music and Sound Design)

Electronic Music and Sound Design is a creative-focused major where students develop expertise in electronic music composition, sound design and production, programming, and software/hardware instrument design – all skills that are applicable to a range of creative and technical professions.

Studio and lab-based units allow students to think creatively, to invent and to innovate, while they explore and develop ideas toward the formation of new electronic music and sound art works. The Electronic Music and Sound Design major culminates in a major project of your choosing, such as an album of electronic works, sound installation, film score or live performance.

Why study this course?

• Learn how to use the latest technology from a diverse team of industry specialists to write and produce music for settings such as film, video games, audio installations and electronic music
• A flexible program that allows you to combine your music and creativity with other subjects

What you'll learn

• Compositional techniques using rhythm, harmony and form
• Historical perspectives and critical engagement on electronic music and sound art
• How to produce and present original electronic music and sound artworks
• Specialised sound design techniques applicable in key industries of film/TV, documentary, commercials and video gaming
• Transferable skills in creative and critical thinking, research, project planning and presentation