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Bachelor of Creative Production in Music and Sound Design Bachelor of International Studies (Honours)

at University of Technology Sydney · Sydney, New South Wales

CRICOS course code

106928D

CRICOS provider code

00099F

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

5 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$252,325 total

Per year

A$50,465/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Creative Production in Music and Sound Design Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) at the University of Technology Sydney offers a distinctive blend of artistic, technical, and cross-cultural expertise. Delivered in Sydney's thriving creative hub, the program provides students with a comprehensive education in music composition, audio production, sound design, and critical listening alongside advanced international studies and language learning.

This double degree is structured over five years and includes a mix of theoretical coursework and hands-on studio practice. Students typically study across ten semesters, completing core and elective units totalling the necessary credit points for graduation. The music component covers digital production, interactive media, and collaborative creative projects, while the international studies stream includes an additional honours year featuring a substantial research thesis and an in-country immersion experience where language and cultural skills are developed. Industry engagement is fostered through work-integrated learning opportunities embedded in the curriculum, connecting students with Sydney's extensive creative industries.

Graduates gain advanced skills in music and sound production, project management, intercultural communication, research, and critical analysis. The program is well-suited to those who are passionate about music and sound, eager to work in international or multicultural environments, and interested in developing both creative and academic research capabilities. Unique to the Australian context, students benefit from Sydney's diverse creative sector and global networks.

As a public Australian university degree, this qualification sits at AQF Level 8 (Honours) and supports eligibility for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. International students can also work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying. For admission and official details, applicants should confirm requirements with the university.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.
International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

  • Music producer in recording studios or media companies
  • Sound designer for film, television, and games
  • Audio engineer in live and studio environments
  • International project coordinator or cultural liaison
  • Academic researcher in contemporary music and global studies
  • Roles in Australia’s arts and creative industries, broadcasting, or international organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Creative Production in Music and Sound Design Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) at University of Technology Sydney?

It typically takes 5 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$252,325 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Music producer in recording studios or media companiesSound designer for film, television, and gamesAudio engineer in live and studio environmentsInternational project coordinator or cultural liaisonAcademic researcher in contemporary music and global studiesRoles in Australia’s...

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