Bachelor of Music and Sound Design Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Application Fee: AUD $50

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for undergraduate programs typically require a minimum academic achievement of 70% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall band score of 6.0 or 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 93 with a minimum of 21 in each section.
• PTE (Pearson Test of English): Overall score of 64 with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) offers a range of scholarships and grants to assist students with the cost of their education. These scholarships are available to both domestic and international students and cover a range of academic fields.

UTS President's Scholarship: This is a prestigious scholarship that is awarded to high-achieving students. The scholarship covers the full tuition fees for the duration of the recipient's course.

UTS Global Ambassador Scholarship: This scholarship is available to both undergraduate and postgraduate international students who demonstrate academic excellence and a commitment to promoting UTS overseas. The scholarship covers 50% of the recipient's tuition fees.

UTS Women in Engineering and IT Scholarship: This scholarship is available to female students who are enrolled in an engineering or IT course at UTS. The scholarship provides financial assistance to cover the recipient's tuition fees and living expenses.

UTS Business School Scholarship: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students who are enrolled in a business course at UTS. The scholarship provides financial assistance to cover the recipient's tuition fees.

UTS Graduate School of Health Scholarship: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students who are enrolled in a health course at UTS. The scholarship provides financial assistance to cover the recipient's tuition fees.

UTS Faculty of Law Equity Scholarship: This scholarship is available to both domestic and international students who are enrolled in a law course at UTS. The scholarship provides financial assistance to cover the recipient's tuition fees and living expenses.

Graduates of the Bachelor of Music and Sound Design Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation program from UTS possess a unique skill set combining technical proficiency in music and sound design with creative problem-solving and innovation capabilities. 

Music Producer/Composer: Graduates can pursue careers as music producers or composers, creating original music compositions, arranging tracks, and overseeing the production process. They collaborate with artists, filmmakers, game developers, and advertising agencies to create soundtracks, albums, jingles, and multimedia content.

Sound Designer/Engineer: Graduates may work as sound designers or engineers, specializing in designing and implementing sound effects, audio textures, and immersive soundscapes for films, games, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and interactive media projects. They utilize advanced audio technologies and software tools to enhance user experiences.

Audiovisual Technician: Graduates can pursue roles as audiovisual technicians, responsible for setting up and operating sound systems, recording equipment, and lighting for live events, concerts, theater productions, and broadcast studios. They ensure high-quality audiovisual presentations and troubleshoot technical issues during performances.

Creative Director/Producer in Multimedia Production: With their expertise in music production and creative innovation, graduates can lead multimedia production teams as creative directors or producers. They oversee the development of multimedia projects, coordinate artistic vision with technical requirements, and manage project timelines and budgets.

Music Entrepreneur/Startup Founder: Graduates with entrepreneurial ambitions can launch their own music production studios, sound design firms, or music technology startups. They innovate new music products, software applications, or digital platforms, leveraging their creative and technical skills to disrupt the music industry and meet evolving market demands.

Interactive Experience Designer: Graduates may specialize as interactive experience designers, creating immersive audio experiences for VR, AR, interactive installations, and experiential marketing campaigns. They conceptualize and execute interactive projects that engage audiences through innovative use of sound, music, and technology.

Music Technologist/Researcher: Graduates interested in research can work as music technologists or researchers, exploring advancements in music technology, acoustics, digital signal processing, and sound synthesis. They contribute to academic research, collaborate on industry projects, and innovate new technologies that shape the future of music production and sound design.

Educator/Instructor in Music Technology: Graduates may pursue careers as educators or instructors in music technology programs, teaching courses on sound design, music production techniques, digital audio workstations (DAWs), and multimedia integration. They mentor aspiring musicians and sound engineers, sharing their expertise and nurturing the next generation of creative professionals.