Bachelor of Audio Engineering & Entertainment Business (Double Degree)

The Bachelor of Audio Engineering and Entertainment Business is a specialized double degree designed for students who want to master the technical craft of sound while gaining the strategic skills to manage businesses within the global creative industries. By combining two full degrees into an accelerated three-year timeline, JMC Academy prepares you to work on both sides of the glass—as a professional engineer and a commercial leader. 

What You Will Study

In this program, you will dive deep into the science of sound and the strategy of the entertainment market. You will learn to operate professional-grade recording consoles and software, covering everything from studio recording and live sound mixing to post-production for film and television. Simultaneously, your business units will teach you the mechanics of the industry, including artist management, event production, digital marketing, and entertainment law. You will study how to launch a creative enterprise and manage talent, ensuring you understand the financial and legal frameworks that drive the music and media worlds. 

The Student Experience

Being a student in this double degree is an intensive, hands-on journey. You won't just sit in a lecture hall; you will spend a significant portion of your time in Brisbane’s industry-standard studios and production suites. The pace is fast-moving and collaborative. You might be mixing a band’s EP in the morning and developing a marketing plan for a music festival in the afternoon. This dual focus requires a high level of organization and a genuine passion for both the creative and corporate aspects of the field. 

Campus Life and Studio Culture

The Brisbane campus fosters a tight-knit community of creators. You will learn in an environment that mimics the professional world, where the "classroom" often feels more like a working studio or a production office. The culture is built on collaboration; you will often find yourself working with film students on sound design or music students to record their latest tracks. This immersive atmosphere ensures you are comfortable in high-pressure technical environments and professional business settings alike. 

Career Pathways and Future Impact

This course uniquely prepares you for a versatile career where you can pivot between technical and managerial roles. Graduates are equipped to become studio owners, tour managers, senior audio engineers, or talent agents. By holding a double degree, you gain a competitive edge, possessing the technical language to talk to artists and the commercial acumen to talk to investors. Whether your goal is to manage a global record label or lead the sound team for a major production house, this program provides the diverse skill set needed to thrive.