Course Structure: Bachelor of Music Production

The Bachelor of Music Production course is delivered over six trimesters and is designed to progressively develop students' creative, technical, and entrepreneurial skills for success in the music industry. Students will engage in hands-on music production, collaboration, music theory, ear training, and industry-relevant elective subjects.

Trimester One & Two

• Production Major 1 - PSP209

• Music Collaboration Stream 1 (student-selected)

• Music Theory 1 - PSP203

• Ear Training 1 - PSP204

• History of Popular Music - PSP201

• Introduction to Music Technology - PSP202

• Production Major 2 - PSP219

• Music Collaboration Stream 2 (student-selected)

• Music Theory 2 - PSP213

• Ear Training 2 - PSP214

• Composition and Arranging - PSP212

• Introduction to Music Business - PSP211

Trimester Three & Four

• Production Major 3 - PSP309

• Music Collaboration Stream 3 (student-selected)

• Music Theory 3 - PSP303

• Ear Training 3 - PSP304

• Music and Media - PSP310

• 1 Elective Subject (student-selected)

• Production Major 4 - PSP319

• Music Collaboration Stream 4 (student-selected)

• Music Theory 4 - PSP313

• Ear Training 4 - PSP314

• 2 Elective Subjects (student-selected)

Trimester Five & Six

• Large Project: Performance & Recording Folio 1 - PSP405

• 2 Elective Subjects (student-selected)

• Entrepreneurship in Music - PSP401

• Large Project: Performance & Recording Folio 2 - PSP415

• 2 Elective Subjects (student-selected)

This course structure ensures that graduates leave with a robust foundation in contemporary music production, a diverse portfolio of original work, and essential skills for career sustainability in the global music industry.

Admission Requirements

Minimum Age to Apply Applicants must be a minimum of 17 years of age at the commencement of the course.

Academic Entry Requirements

• Completion of Year 12 in the Australian school system; OR

• Equivalent qualification with a Senior Secondary Certificate including a pass in General English; OR

• A similar qualification:

  • Certificate IV (or above) – for Bachelor applicants

  • Certificate III (or above) – for Diploma applicants

Language Requirements

• IELTS: An overall score of 6.5 with no individual band score below 6.0

• TOEFL iBT: A total score of 73 with a minimum writing score of 18

• PTE Academic: Score between 50–57

• Cambridge English (C1 Advanced): Overall score of 169

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Music Production program will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to pursue a wide range of roles within the music and audio production industries. Potential career opportunities include:

• DJ

• Music Editor

• Screen Composer

• Music Producer

• Composer

Internships and Industry Placements

Throughout your studies at JMC Academy, you will have access to a variety of international learning experiences and practical industry engagement opportunities. These include:

• Participation in global masterclasses led by industry professionals

• Involvement in study tours and intensive music and songwriting camps

• Eligibility to apply for prestigious international programs such as:

  • The International Songwriters Camp at Haarlem Conservatory, Netherlands

  • Nando’s Music Exchange, London

  • JPop Study Tour, Japan

These experiences are designed to enhance your creative development, broaden your industry networks, and prepare you for a successful career in the dynamic field of music production.