Melbourne Polytechnic
Bachelor of Songwriting and Music Production
Preston, Victoria, Australia
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3.0F/P
Campus
Fairfield (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Songwriting and Music Production at Melbourne Polytechnic in Preston, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Music technology graduates work as audio engineers, music producers, sound designers and post-production specialists for recording studios, broadcast, gaming and live events. The convergence of music and technology creates growing demand across the creative industries.
Student life (indicative)
Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Songwriting and Music Production
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Songwriting and Music Production topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Songwriting and Music Production
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the equivalent in your state or territory, or successful completion of the International Baccalaureate.
- Recent Year 12 graduates Educational outcomes considered for selection Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or the equivalent in your state or territory, or successful completion of the International Baccalaureate.
- VTAC Personal Statement Applicants with recent secondary education who wish to provide additional information (such as work experience) to support their application must complete the VTAC Personal Statement.
- Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- VTAC Personal Statement Applicants who wish to provide additional information (such as work experience) to support their application must complete the VTAC Personal Statement.
- Applicants who do not meet prerequisites Applicants who have commenced or successfully completed a higher education qualification will be considered for admission based on satisfactorily meeting the interview requirements.
- Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- VTAC Personal Statement Applicants who wish to provide additional information (such as work experience) to support their application must complete the VTAC Personal Statement.
- Applicants who do not meet prerequisites Applicants who have completed a minimum Certificate IV qualification will be considered for admission.
- Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- VTAC Personal Statement Applicants who wish to provide additional information (such as work experience, qualifications and related achievements) to support their application must complete the VTAC Personal Statement.
- Applicants who do not meet prerequisites Applicants will be considered for admission based on satisfactorily meeting the interview requirements. | Current Year 12 graduates Interview Applicants are encouraged and may be required to attend an interview in person or via Zoom and share recordings of two original songs or musical works.
- Performing live is also welcomed.
- Applicants will be required to demonstrate a clear understanding of both study demands and have a clear purpose for undertaking the course, including future study and/or career ambitions.
- Bookings can be made through our online booking system .
- Bookings will remain open during the application and change of preference periods.
- Please go to Songwriting and Music Production Interview for information on preparing for the interview.
- Recent Year 12 graduates Interview Applicants are encouraged and may be required to attend an interview in person or via Zoom and share recordings of two original songs or musical works.
- Performing live is also welcomed.
- Applicants will be required to demonstrate a clear understanding of both study demands and have a clear purpose for undertaking the course, including future study and/or career ambitions.
- Bookings can be made through our online booking system .
- Bookings will remain open during the application and change of preference periods.
- Please go to Songwriting and Music Production Interview for information on preparing for the interview.
- Applicants with Higher Education study Interview Applicants are encouraged and may be required to attend an interview in person or via Zoom and share recordings of two original songs or musical works.
- Performing live is also welcomed.
- Applicants will be required to demonstrate a clear understanding of both study demands and have a clear purpose for undertaking the course, including future study and/or career ambitions.
- Bookings can be made through our online booking system .
- Bookings will remain open during the application and change of preference periods.
- Please go to Songwriting and Music Production Interview for information on preparing for the interview.
- Applicants with VET study Interview Applicants are encouraged and may be required to attend an interview in person or via Zoom and share recordings of two original songs or musical works.
- Performing live is also welcomed.
- Applicants will be required to demonstrate a clear understanding of both study demands and have a clear purpose for undertaking the course, including future study and/or career ambitions.
- Bookings can be made through our online booking system .
- Bookings will remain open during the application and change of preference periods.
- Please go to Songwriting and Music Production Interview for information on preparing for the interview.
- Applicants with work and life experience Interview Applicants are encouraged and may be required to attend an interview in person or via Zoom and share recordings of two original songs or musical works.
- Performing live is also welcomed.
- Applicants will be required to demonstrate a clear understanding of both study demands and have a clear purpose for undertaking the course, including future study and/or career ambitions.
- Bookings can be made through our online booking system .
- Bookings will remain open during the application and change of preference periods.
- Please go to Songwriting and Music Production Interview for information on preparing for the interview. | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: satisfactory completion of any English.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
- Preston offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£33,970
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Music technology graduates work as audio engineers, music producers, sound designers and post-production specialists for recording studios, broadcast, gaming and live events. The convergence of music and technology creates growing demand across the creative industries.
- Music technology graduates work as audio engineers, music producers, sound designers and post-production specialists for recording studios, broadcast, gaming and live events.
- The convergence of music and technology creates growing demand across the creative industries.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Business
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Preston carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, Preston carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.