Creative Media
A course by
SIT
Advance your skills in audio engineering and production with theory and hands-on learning, preparing you for a professional career in the industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 2 years

Learn to record, mix and master a wide variety of material, achieving a professional level of music and audio production.

Utilize creative and technical engineering techniques and processes to produce music and sound works.

Develop skills in producing, manipulating and creating music, recordings, and other sound-related works to a professional standard.
The New Zealand Diploma in Audio Engineering and Production (Level 6) is an advanced, one-year diploma that deepens theoretical and practical expertise in audio engineering and production. Students learn to record, mix, master, and produce music and sound works to a professional standard, with study covering a range of creative, technical, and industry-focused topics designed to prepare graduates for diverse roles within the audio sector.
What you need to know first
University Entrance (NCEA Level 3) with preference for Merit or Excellence in Physics, Mathematics and Music
Successful completion of the NZ Diploma in Audio Engineering and Production (Level 5)

Music Industry
Audio Production
Media and Entertainment

Professional audio engineer
Independent operator in audio industry
Audio producer
Creative Media
A course by
SIT
Advance your skills in audio engineering and production with theory and hands-on learning, preparing you for a professional career in the industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 2 years

Learn to record, mix and master a wide variety of material, achieving a professional level of music and audio production.

Utilize creative and technical engineering techniques and processes to produce music and sound works.

Develop skills in producing, manipulating and creating music, recordings, and other sound-related works to a professional standard.
The New Zealand Diploma in Audio Engineering and Production (Level 6) is an advanced, one-year diploma that deepens theoretical and practical expertise in audio engineering and production. Students learn to record, mix, master, and produce music and sound works to a professional standard, with study covering a range of creative, technical, and industry-focused topics designed to prepare graduates for diverse roles within the audio sector.
What you need to know first
University Entrance (NCEA Level 3) with preference for Merit or Excellence in Physics, Mathematics and Music
Successful completion of the NZ Diploma in Audio Engineering and Production (Level 5)

Music Industry
Audio Production
Media and Entertainment

Professional audio engineer
Independent operator in audio industry
Audio producer
Special admission: Mature candidates (20+) with industry experience
Portfolio or interview may be required
Audio-visual installer and operator
Digital audio workstation operator
Studio operator/set-up consultant
Audio editor
Sound designer
Electronic music artist
Commercial music producer
Live sound engineer
Special admission: Mature candidates (20+) with industry experience
Portfolio or interview may be required
Audio-visual installer and operator
Digital audio workstation operator
Studio operator/set-up consultant
Audio editor
Sound designer
Electronic music artist
Commercial music producer
Live sound engineer