Certificate III in Music (Creation and Composition stream with electronic music production focus)

This program is unique in that it provides music creation with an electronic music production focus. Industry experience shows this is in line with current workplace practices, and is a focal point for students.

This program enables students to apply a broad range of knowledge and skills in varied work contexts within the music industry. This course prepares students for work in the music industry in areas such as performance, critical listening, music management and music promotions.

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Enrolment Type VE1

Places available

Consider this course if.....

Have some music theory knowledge
Are flexible and able to adapt in a team setting
Have an interest in composition
Are creative
Have an interest in music technology
Are willing to learn about various aspects of the music industry

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/INFORMATION

There are no prerequisites, however, some musical and computer experience are an asset, as is a willingness to learn about electronic music composition, production and performance techniques. Students will be required to provide headphones, a USB stick to save work, and books and pens to take notes. Access to all work is available via Google Classroom. Please note, this course is designed to be delivered over two years.

Program Content

Sample competencies covered in both the first and second year of the program include:

Perform basic sound editing
Use advance features of computer applications
Incorporate music technology into performance
Develop simple musical pieces using electronic media
Provide event staging support

Career opportunities

Music Producer
Film/Game Music Composer
Electronic Music Artist
Electronic Music Performer

Work placement

Work placement is recommended.

Contribution to VCE/VCAL/Vocational Major

VCE/VCAL/VM: Students may be eligible to receive recognition of at least two units of credit at the Units 1 & 2 level and a VCE VET Units 3 & 4 sequence.

ATAR: This subject does not have a study score and therefore cannot contribute towards the student’s primary four. Where available a Unit 3 & 4 sequence may be awarded on satisfactory completion of a minimum of 180 nominal hours at AQF level III, according to the guidelines published by VCAA. VTAC may award students who receive a Units 3 & 4 sequence through Block Credit Recognition, an increment. Not offering the scored assessment is a provider decision for this specific offering.