Audio Engineering
Learn how sound works and how to shape it.
This 9-month intensive program is designed for emerging sound engineers ready to build strong technical skills across recording, editing, post-production and studio workflows. Combining audio fundamentals, music industry knowledge, DAW-based production and hands-on collaborative practice, the program offers a complete pathway into contemporary sound engineering.
Duration
9 months
Start
Oct 2026
Difficulty
Career
Award
Professional Development Certificate
Course overview
This Audio Engineering program is built for aspiring audio professionals who want to master the technical, practical and collaborative sides of music production. You’ll progress from core audio principles, Pro Tools and studio recording to mixing, mastering and applied project work in Portfolio Studio, where you’ll use your skills in real creative collaboration with students from other pathways. The course offers a comprehensive foundation in professional audio workflows — preparing you for studio practice, production support and entry-level work in contemporary music and audio environments.
How will you learn
Train in acoustically treated studios with professional analog/digital equipment
Get hands-on with outboard gear and audio signal routing
Practice through guided exercises and mix/master sessions
Collaborate on real studio projects and develop a technical ear
Receive 1:1 feedback from engineers and producers
Learning outcomes
- Understand the core principles of audio, signal flow and studio electronics used in professional recording environments.
- Use Pro Tools and related studio software to record, edit, organize and manage professional audio sessions.
- Apply microphone techniques, routing knowledge and studio workflow skills to record vocals, drums and instruments effectively.
- Create clear, balanced and professional mixes using EQ, dynamics, effects, automation and other mixing tools.
- Prepare stereo masters for release using core mastering techniques, loudness control and delivery standards.
- Apply sound engineering skills in collaborative project settings and communicate effectively within professional studio and production workflows.
Upon successful completion, you will receive a Professional Development Certificate, verifying your professional skillset.
Course Structure
| Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Technologies 10 lessons, 30 hours | Studio Recording 10 lessons, 30 hours | Music Industry 10 lessons, 30 hours |
| Pro Tools 10 lessons, 30 hours | Mixing 10 lessons, 30 hours | Portfolio Project 10 lessons, 30 hours |
| Live Sound 10 lessons, 30 hours | Mastering 10 lessons, 30 hours | Internship |
Contents of modules
Build a foundation in the science and tools of sound. Learn how sound behaves, how it's captured and processed, and how equipment choices impact creative outcomes.
- The Physics of Sound & Acoustics
- Human Perception of Sound (incl. Binaural)
- Recording & Playback
- Audio Processing 1. Balance, EQ, Dynamics
- Audio Processing 2. FX: Sends & Returns, Delay, Reverb, Modulation
- Live Sound Fundamentals and Signal Flow
- FOH and Monitor System Setup + FOH Mixing Fundamentals & Feedback Control
- Mixing & Mastering Essentials
- Monitor Mixing: Wedges & IEMs, Talkback Systems, Stage Communication
- Final Assessment
Learn professional recording workflows in Pro Tools — from audio and MIDI recording to editing, mixing and final delivery.
- Introduction to Pro Tools Interface
- Pro Tools Signal Routing Basics
- Advanced Pro Tools Session Navigation
- Recording Audio
- Editing Basics
- MIDI and Instrument Tracks
- Automation in Pro Tools
- MIxing and Mastering in Pro Tools & Final Medium Delivery
- Workshop: Recording & Editing the Full Band Using Pro Tools
- Final Assignment: Finished Song
Take a live performance from stage setup to professional sound delivery, learning to mix for the audience and craft clear, feedback-free monitor mixes that enhance every show’s clarity, balance, and impact.
- Live Sound Fundamentals and Signal Flow
- FOH and Monitor System Setup
- FOH Mixing Fundamentals
- EQ, Dynamics and Feedback Control
- Reverb, Delay and FX Techniques
- Monitor Mixing: Wedges & IEMs
- Scene Management and Show Automation
- Talkback Systems and Stage Communication
- Tech Riders and Venue Adaptation
- Final Live Sound Project
Learn the art of professional studio recording — from signal flow and microphone techniques to recording vocals, drums, instruments and live sessions in a real studio environment.
- Introduction to the Recording Studio Environment
- Signal Flow, Studio Routing and Session Setup
- Microphones: Types, Characteristics and Applications
- Recording Vocals: Microphone Placement and Performance Capture
- Recording Drums: Multi-Microphone Techniques and Session Setup
- Recording Guitars, Bass and Keyboards
- Recording Acoustic Instruments and Small Ensembles
- Consoles, Preamps and Outboard Equipment
- Headphone Mixes, Communication and Session Management
- Final Recording Project: Full Studio Session
Learn how to shape a clear, expressive and professional mix — from balance, EQ and dynamics to effects, automation and final mix delivery.
- Mixing Foundations: Balance, Session Preparation and Critical Listening
- Song Structure and Mix Planning
- Tone Control: EQs, Filters and Frequency Balance
- Dynamic Processing: Compression, Gating and Expansion
- Spatial Effects: Reverb, Delay and Depth
- Saturation, Modulation and Creative Processing
- Automation I: Level Riding, Sends and Movement
- Automation II: Transitions, Detail Work and Expressive Control
- Parallel Processing and Mix Enhancement Techniques
- Final Mix Project: Review and Delivery
Master the final stage of audio production — from stereo processing and tonal refinement to loudness control, sequencing and release-ready delivery.
- Introduction to Mastering: Goals, Workflow and Critical Listening
- Preparing the Stereo Mix for Mastering
- Tonal Balance in Mastering: EQing the Stereo Mix
- Dynamics in Mastering: Compression, Limiting and Control
- Loudness Strategies and Level Optimization
- Stereo Field and Spatial Enhancement
- Harmonic Processing and Mastering Color
- Sequencing, Consistency and EP/Album Flow
- Delivery Formats, Technical Standards and Final Checks
- Final Mastering Project: EP Master Review and Delivery
Master the business of music — from industry fundamentals to release strategy, marketing and launching your career.
- Music Industry Ecosystem: Labels, Distributors, Publishers & Aggregators
- Revenue Streams & Business Models for Artists
- Digital Distribution & Streaming Platforms
- Release Strategy: Planning Your First Release
- Artist Branding & Marketing Fundamentals
- Audience Building & Playlist Pitching
- Social Media Strategy for Musicians
- Content Creation & Community Engagement
- Release Execution: From Preparation to Launch
- Career Development & Industry Networking
Apply your recording, editing, mixing and mastering skills in real collaborative projects while working on music created across different program pathways.
- Introduction to Collaborative Project Practice
- Project Brief Analysis and Production Planning
- Workflow Design and Role Distribution in Studio Projects
- Applying Recording Techniques in Project Context
- Applying Editing Skills in Project Development
- Mid-Term Project Review and Technical Feedback
- Applying Mixing Strategies in Collaborative Production
- Applying Mastering and Delivery Standards
- Pre-Assessment: Project Refinement and Finalization
- Summative Assessment: Project Presentation
Apply your sound engineering skills in a real professional setting through an internship with one of our industry partners.
Requirements
No prior professional experience is required. The program is open to applicants with a strong interest in sound, music production and studio work, and a motivation to develop both technical and practical skills in audio engineering. Basic familiarity with music technology or recording is welcome, but the course is suitable for beginners who are ready to learn in a professional and practice-based environment.
Fees & scholarships
Academic Year 2026
| Membership fee | AED 3,000 |
| Tuition fee | AED 7,000 |
| Total cost | AED 10,000 |
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All prices listed are exclusive of VAT.
From time to time, we offer individual scholarships to newly admitted students. These scholarships are awarded through a competitive application process and may cover either partial or full tuition fees.
How to apply
Step-by-step process
Ready to apply? Here’s how the process works:
- Complete the online application form below.
- Pay the course fees upfront to reserve your spot.
- Receive a confirmation email with your schedule and all the necessary instructions.
- Attend your first class!