Diploma in Music Production and Audio Engineering is a programme that arms you with the necessary skills needed to navigate and excel in the music industry holistically. The extensive programme will train you in the art of production across various contemporary genres such as pop and rock music. Reviews are conducted regularly during the programme through a mix of projects and formative assessments. At the end of the programme, you will graduate with a broad portfolio of works that showcase a good range of your creative abilities. Extremely good. Must not be missed!
Foundation Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering – Students first explore the fundamentals of audio and how sound is produced and transmitted. They will develop both technical and creative skills that lay the groundwork for producing, recording and mixing.
Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering – Students apply their foundational skills and competencies in authentic studio-based production projects while gaining exposure to different aspects of the sound and audio industry. They will develop an understanding of elements of forging a strategy for success in the music industry and map out their own professional/artistic journey.
Students who complete the Diploma in Communication Design after the 1st Year can choose to start working or progress to a Bachelor’s Degree programme in our partner universities.
Bachelor’s Degrees – Students will be able to progress on and select a Bachelor’s Degree programme and graduate within 2 years.
By the end of the Foundation Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering, students will be able to write, arrange and produce simple music tracks in a variety of music styles.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to progress to the Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering and, thereafter, enrol in a Bachelor’s Degree with our partner universities (subject to the university’s entry requirements).
The maximum teacher to student ratio for the course is 1:18. The average class size is 12.
Full-Time: 6 months
Part-Time: 12 months
There are 4 intakes per year:
Minimum Age
At least 16 years old.
Academic Qualifications
Completed GCE ‘O’ Level (with minimum 3 grades of C6) or equivalent; or
NITEC/Higher Nitec; or
Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years’ work experience).
English Language Requirement
GCE ‘O’ level English (with minimum grade of D7); or
IELTS score of 5.5 (with no single band less than 5.0); or
An equivalent English language qualification.
Singaporean/PR
Course Fees S$6,600.00
Course Admin Fee S$250.00
Total Course Fees S$6,850.00
International Student
Course Fee S$7,700.00
Course Admin Fee S$450.00
Total Course Fees S$8,150.00
All fees are inclusive of 8% GST
Singaporean/PR
Non-Refundable Application Fee of S$50.00 (inclusive of 8% GST).
International Student
Non-Refundable Application Fee S$100.00 (inclusive of 8% GST).
By the end of the Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering, students will be able to plan and execute multi-track recordings in a professional studio environment and produce mixed tracks in a wide range of music styles. They will also be able to record, edit and mix audio for post-production and live events settings.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to progress to a Bachelor’s Degree programme with our partner universities (subject to the university’s entry requirements).
The maximum teacher to student ratio for the course is 1:18. The average class size is 10.
Full-Time: 6 months
Part-Time: 12 months
There are 4 intakes per year:
Minimum Age
At least 16 years old.
Academic Qualifications
Completed GCE ‘A’ Level (with minimum 2 subjects at H2 level) or equivalent and possess course-related qualifications; or
Foundation Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering from Orita Sinclair; or
Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years relevant work experience).
English Language Requirement
GCE ‘O’ level English (with minimum grade of C6); or
IELTS score of 5.5 (with no single band less than 5.0); or
An equivalent English language qualification.
Singaporean/PR
Course Fees S$9,650.00
Course Admin Fee S$250.00 (Waived for students progressing from Foundation Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering)
Total Course Fees S$9,900.00
International Student
Course Fee S$11,650.00
Course Admin Fee S$450.00 (Waived for students progressing from Foundation Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering)
Total Course Fees S$12,100.00
All fees are inclusive of 8% GST
Singaporean/PR
Non-Refundable Application Fee of S$50.00 (inclusive of 8% GST).
Waived for students progressing from Foundation Diploma in Music Production & Audio
International Student
Non-Refundable Application Fee S$100.00 (inclusive of 8% GST).
Waived for students progressing from Foundation Diploma in Music Production & Audio Engineering.
Audio Post-Production Professional | Broadcast Engineer | Recording Artist | Studio Manager | Mastering Engineering |
Recording Engineer | Mixing Engineer | Session Supervisor | Music Producer | |
Graduated from School of Music
Graduated from School of Music