2015 International prospectus
business Our vision is to be Contents Why Study at SAE Institute 1 the world leader Connections in Creative Media 3 in private post Success in Creative Media 4 programs for success in the 5 secondary education creative media industries Student Spotlight 7 for creative media Campuses worldwide 9 Programs 11 technologies. ex'pression college 13 Australian Courses 17 2 New Zealand Courses 25 0 United States of America Courses 29 1 United Kingdom Courses 35 South African Courses 43 united arab emirates Courses 47 5 Singapore Courses 49 Academic Entry Criteria 55 English Language Entry Criteria 56 Our five strategic priorities are: Enrolment 57 Worldwide Location Contact Details 59 Excellence in our courses and the quality of the student experience
Support for our students to achieve industry relevant skills and employment
Sustainable organisational growth and development
Making our global links benefit students, staf and the Institute
Commitment to quality, efciency and improvement in all our operations Navitas is a leading global education provider that offers an extensive range of educational services through three major Divisions to students and professionals including university programs, creative media education, professional education, English language training and settlement services. , students become a part of a global Why Study at SAE Institute?
With over 50 campuses across 26 countries community of aspiring and established creative media professionals. Our students are given exclusive access to state-of-the-art flm, audio and on the latest equipment and industry software enables students to be fully digital equipment, enabling them to gain technical mastery and advance their skills to industry standard upon completion of their course.
-on practical training Hands allows students. to complete their Bachelor degree within a two-year prepared for the exciting challenges and opportunities in the Creative Media world.
allowing us to facilitate unique work Our accelerated learning format timeframe*, enabling students to be qualifed and out into the industry that much sooner
strong industry partnerships We have many experience and networking opportunities. Our Alumni Association is focused on enhancing career opportunities for our graduates.
* The Bachelor Degree is delivered in a two-year format in the majority of locations globally where we offer the program. In some locations, however, local regulatory environments mean that we offer the program in a three-year format. Check the program pages for details.
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SAE Institute has over 35 years of experience in preparing students for exciting career opportunities in the Creative Media world. In addition to the outstanding equipment and the very latest in industry standard software we provide, Alumni our students can also beneft from strong industry The SAE Alumni Association offers graduates information partnerships and connections: and services related to furthering their education and establishing industry contacts.
It encourages the career development of graduates and offers support in this development • Our academic staff all have strong industry ties - from being active music through the Alumni Association services, activities and the relationship with the Institution’s industry partners. producers and games developers to holding positions on infuential industry bodies and judging at prestigious flm festivals. We focus on the exchange of knowledge amongst association members, the identifcation and advertising of career opportunities and projects available to graduates, the establishment • Master-classes are a feature of all our campuses worldwide where of connections to the industry, and the provision of support which helps to ease the transition respected and infuential experts in their feld – animators, audio engineers, from study to entry into the digital media industry. flm-makers, games designers – are invited to give seminars and workshops for our students and alumni.
• Industry events also feature in our calendar. Industry partners are invited to review our students’ work at our graduation events and they will also often provide opportunities to review their new products and services.
• Formal and informal internship or work experience opportunities are available for our students through our numerous connections with Creative Media partners from design studios and production companies through to music, flm and games festivals. In 2014, for example, we sponsored Success in Flickerfest, Splendour in the Grass, Games Jam and Producers Live amongst many more.
• Our Alumni Association provides on-going networking and career Creative Media advancement opportunities through events, updates and special offers. Our talented graduates and staff have made their mark • SAE Institute is also proud to be associated with Energy Groove – a global radio station broadcasting over the internet from a number of SAE campuses on the global Creative Media scene with a collection of and featuring our very own student DJs: www.energy-groove.com awards including Grammys, Emmys, BAFTAs and an Oscar!
Early in 2013, for example, we were very proud to announce that SAE Institute graduate Mark Paterson had gone on to achieve outstanding success in his feld collecting the Oscar for Best Soundtrack for his work on Les Miserables While recognition at this level is something that most people can only dream about, our students have gone on to achieve huge success and enjoyed rewarding careers in many areas of the Creative Media industry. SAE Institute graduates have worked on numerous audio projects with highly respected artists, for example, including: Christina Aguilera; Backstreet Boys; George Clinton; Beck; Beyoncé; Björk; Mary J. Blige; James Brown; Bush; Mariah Carey; Phil Collins; Eurythmics; Godsmack; Macy Gray; Guns n Roses; plus many more. In flm, animation and visual effects our graduates have worked on Pirates of the Caribbean 3; Transformers; Almost Famous; Blood Diamond; Harry Potter; Batman Begins; Charlie and the Chocolate Factory; The Brothers Grimm; Constantine; The Legend of Zorro; Thunderbirds; Kingdom of Heaven; and Lord of the Rings to mention just a few. SAE Institute can help you make the connections, inspire your creative confdence and open up a whole world of opportunities.
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animation As the games and moving image industries continue to grow, so too does Programs for Success in the the demand for highly skilled creative animators. From simple animations to complex 3D modelling and VFX, interactive animation is all around us in TV, advertising, movies, web content and games. Creative Media Industries Working on industry standard software such as Maya, Autodesk 3D MAX and the Adobe Creative Suite, you will encounter a variety of essential subjects, Across the world, the Creative Industries represent some of the most exciting and dynamic sectors of economy. Driven by fast- including performance capture, advanced modelling and integrated post- paced technological change – and worth billions of dollars - the Creative Industries sector is also one of the fastest growing areas of production techniques. employment, offering enormously satisfying and rewarding career opportunities. At SAE Institute we offer practical, hands-on Bachelor You will also have the opportunity to explore a particular area of interest within your major projects such as 3D modelling, character animation, rigging, Degree programs (and Diplomas) in seven key areas of Creative Media giving you the opportunity to develop your talent and really stand textures, project management, teamwork, lighting, rendering and compositing. out from the crowd.
Audio Production games design and programming Whether you want to work in a music production studio, in post- From the latest RPG or massively multiplayer online game, to mobile games production for flm or TV, live sound, radio broadcasting, sound and or social media apps, there is a real demand for talented, technically able plugin design, game sound or in one of the many different areas of graduates who can turn ideas into reality. Our emphasis on practical hands-on the music business, our Audio Production Bachelor degree programs training, allows you to work on various projects throughout your studies to provide you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge you need learn the essential tools and techniques for games development and build for a successful career. your portfolio. We will help you develop your skills and knowledge using industry- During your time at SAE you will work with industry standard software such as standard software and large-scale audio desks from industry giants such Unreal Engine 4, Unity3D, Autodesk 3D Studio Max and Maya. As a student as Neve, SSL, Audient and others. During your time at SAE you will learn in Games Development you will also work with technologies such as Oculus on a variety of industry-standard software including Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Rift, Android, iOS and use industry standard programming languages such as Ableton Live and more. C++, Javascript and C#.
music business interactive technology/ The Music Business Bachelor programs have been developed to encompass innovative business models for a digital age - with an emphasis web development on entrepreneurship. They provide graduates with a solid foundation of The web is the world’s information sharing community and commerce tool. knowledge and skills in key aspects of the music industry, where change As the market in web design has evolved and matured, so the importance of equals opportunity! a strong web strategy and user engagement has come to be recognised by large corporations and freelance professionals alike. Any business intent on The Music Business program covers core aspects of the music industry growing and servicing our increasingly connected world needs design-literate ranging from cultural and historical perspectives, analysis and forecasting, web developers. legal frameworks and revenue streams - to planning, budgeting, marketing and digital media skills across a wide variety of industry scenarios such as Students on our Bachelor programs in Interactive Technologies / Web artist management, publishing, e-music and event management. Development will be taught a mixture of contemporary design and project management processes together with the use of advanced tools for building and articulating design ideas such as 3D printing, human computer interaction, agile project management, mechatronics and web & mobile programming.
film production graphic/web design Our Film Production Bachelor degree programs explore the creative and With the Bachelor of Design (Graphic / Web Design) at SAE, you can start technical aspects of flm making within a variety of settings. With an emphasis your career in the limitless world of the design industry. Explore all areas of on practical hands-on training, you will have access to industry standard design including interaction and interface design for web, typography, pre- digital cameras and flm production equipment - and individual tutorial support. press and design for print media - depending on your choice of major. New forms of flm distribution have changed the flm-viewing environment but The focus is on the creation of visual imagery and development of a the foundation skills needed to create flms are still core to the future of flm broad understanding in all areas of the design industry. You will undertake production. From script development and pre-production through to the set specialised units designed for students to participate in real-world projects where you will be in charge of your very own productions, you will develop the under the guidance of expert SAE staff. With this unique teaching style, you essential skills and theoretical knowledge used in digital flm production across will demonstrate your skills and technical knowledge in a collaborative and a range of independent and collaborative projects. creative studio-based learning environment where you are encouraged to network with other creative media students studying other disciplines. 5 6 Student Spotlight... We’d like to introduce you to Jeremy Smith. He is currently studying the Bachelor of Audio Production at SAE Institute Perth, Australia. Here’s what he has to say about his experience at SAE Institute.
To start off the week, I squeeze in some study in the morning, before getting the train to school for Music Styles in the afternoon. Monday Tuesday morning is my favourite class - MIDI and Electronic Music. I'm working on my next assignment, which is an electronic remix. tuesday My day off! I usually start the morning either surfng or boating because I live close to the ocean, or I ride my bike. I'll spend the afternoon studying or working on assignments, and then do some prep for work tonight, like putting together a few playlists for my DJ residency set at a nightclub in the city. wednesday Thursday mornings I'll get a sleep in, then head to the campus for my Studio Production class in the afternoon. I'll spend the evening in the studio either recording a band or working on mixing assignments. thursday After Creative Project 1 in the morning, I'll stay on campus to do some study in the library. My classmates and I usually wind down in the afternoon at a nearby pub before I head to work for my DJ set at 9pm. My timetable
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Jeremy Friday SAE Institute Australia I'll mostly take it easy on Saturdays by going for a surf or bike ride. Saturday nights I play at various Morning BAP150 Relax BAP170 nightclubs supporting some of my favourite artists. Study MIDI & Electronic Study I really like the environment. Creative Project Midday Music Production There are plenty of talented people Study BAP140 BAP160 at SAE Institute doing some really Saturday Afternoon Relax Study cool things – Music Styles Studio Production I usually sleep in on Sundays, then spend the afternoon studying in the sun in my back yard. staff and students included. Evening Relax Studio session Work Studio session Work
7 Sunday 8 Campuses worldwide SAE Institute operates over 50 campuses in 26 countries giving you a world of choice. In this brochure, we’re featuring our major English-speaking destinations but details of all our campuses can be found in the inside back cover.
Glasgow Liverpool Chicago Oxford London
San Francisco New York
Los Angeles Nashville Atlanta
Miamimiami Dubai
Singapore
Perth Brisbane Cape Town Byron Bay Sydney Melbourne Auckland
A number of SAE Institute campuses in Europe now offer programs taught in English. Amsterdam, Berlin, Rotterdam and Stockholm currently offer programs and our Vienna campus is planning to offer these from 2015. A separate brochure for these programs will be available shortly but for further information please check our website at: www.sae.edu or if you have a question, please email: [email protected]
Featured in the 2015 SAE Institute International Prospectus – All programs taught in English Campuses offering selected programs in English – Berlin, Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Stockholm Additional SAE Institute locations Ex’pression College San Franciso - For more info see pages 13-14
9 10 programs San San Perth Miami Dubai Perth Miami Dubai Sydney Oxford London Sydney Atlanta Oxford London Atlanta Brisbane Chicago New York Glasgow Brisbane Chicago nashville Auckland New York Byron Bay Byron Glasgow Liverpool nashville Auckland Melbourne Singapore Cape Town Francisco Byron Bay Byron Liverpool Melbourne Singapore Cape Town Francisco Los Angeles Los Los Angeles Los Audio Production Design
Bachelor of Audio majoring in Studio Production / Post Bachelor of Design majoring in Web Design / Graphic Design Production Bachelor of Recording Arts Web Development
BA/BSc (Hons) Audio Production Bachelor of Interactive Technologies majoring in Web Development / Mobile Development Bachelor of Arts in Sound Production BA/BSc (Hons) Web Development
Diploma of Sound Production Diploma of Interactive Digital Media
Diploma in Audio Engineering Animation Diploma in Audio Technology Bachelor of Animation majoring in 3D Modelling / Character Animation / Visual Effects Higher Certifcate in Sound Production BA/BSc (Hons) Interactive Animation
fIlm Production Diploma of Screen and Media Majoring in Animation
Bachelor of Film majoring in Production / Post Production Higher Certifcate in Animation & Visual Effects
BA/BSc (Hons) Digital Film Making Diploma of Screen Media (Animation)
Bachelor of Arts in Film Production Games Programming Diploma of Screen and Media majoring in Digital Video Production Bachelor of Games Development Majoring in Games Design / Games Programming Diploma in Film Making BSc (Hons) Games Programming
Higher Certifcate in Digital Film Production Diploma of I.T. (Games Programming)
Diploma in Digital Film Production
Music Business
Diploma/Associates in Music Business Multi Campus Options BA/BSc (Hons) Music Business Our Bachelor programs are confgured so that in many cases it is possible to study one year in one campus and complete your program in another! The Bachelor programs offered in Australia include a compulsory internship (80 hours in total) that must be completed in the fnal trimester. Option to complete with an associate degree after the frst 16 units of study of the Degree programs. Why not start in Los Angeles and graduate in London? – or how about commencing in In Australia, the Australian Government accredits the SAE courses. Sydney and completing your degree in Singapore? For further information please contact the campus where you wish to commence your studies or email: [email protected]
11 12 Digital Film Making Digital is here to stay, and it has changed the workfow of flmmakers around the world. Ex’pression has been a digital arts college since 1999 and our flmmaking program is built from the ground up around the digital realm. You’ll be writing, producing, directing and editing as well as collaborating with other students, working in teams as a crew member by the time you graduate. We’ll also teach you how to deal with funding and (digital) distribution to get your projects seen.
The San Francisco Bay Area is home to ground- Game Art & Design breaking innovation in cinema, sound, music, and The Game Art & Design program prepares students for careers in video game technology and Ex’pression College is right there art design, production, and development. Learn skills in design, asset creation, environmental design, character design in playable worlds, and graphical scripting in the middle of it. With campuses in Emeryville focused to familiarize students with key processes of game creation. and San Jose, Ex’pression College is close by names like Pixar, Lucasflm, EA, DreamWorks, Animation and Visual Efects Google, Facebook and Apple! You want to be an artist? We’ll start with a foundation of traditional art, like drawing, and we’ll cover some physics, anatomy, and color theory because you have to The equipment and the facilities at Ex’pression are know how to mimic the real world. With that knowledge you’ll get in to computer professional-grade, and are regularly updated to stay animation courses where you’ll use 3D software to create digital characters, objects, and environments. You’ll use software to create Visual Effects, as well as motion current with the quickly-evolving industry - and there’s capture technology, where the actions of artists wearing a sensor sensitive body suit always something exciting going on at Ex’pression College: are being translated into data and used in your project to create even more life-like performances by awesome bands, talks given by industry characters. leaders, tours, meet-and-greets, and workshops. For more information, download the brochure at: www.expression.edu or email [email protected]
As of June 2014 Ex’pression College became part of Graphic Design & Motion SAE Institute adding an outstanding range of accelerated Bachelor degree programs A program that combines graphic design principles with animation in an environment of flmmaking and technology. You’ll work with Adobe After Effects, 3D (F1 visa) to our portfolio software like Cinema4D, HD cameras, DSLRs, Photoshop and much more. We’ve in the USA: seen graduates go on to work at advertising agencies, motion picture production companies, tv/broadcast studios, design studios, game developers, app developers and other visual production companies in the creative industry. What better place to learn this than the San Francisco bay area? Graphic Design & Motion Interactive Audio Animation & Visual Efects Music and sound no longer only lives on a CD or DVD. It’s used in games, apps, ATM’s, toys and much, much more. This program prepares you for the future of sound design. We’ll teach you scripting and programming for interactive audio platforms, creative sound design, the process of creating sound elements for Digital Filmmaking games, how to use infrared cameras and sensors to detect movement and translate it into sound. We’ll use Pro Tools, Ableton Live, MaxMSP, and use synthesis software and Arduino to create experimental sound environments and more. Game Art & Design Sound Arts Interactive Audio We’ll teach you the tricks of recording, while you are hands-on with a console during actual recording sessions with artists - we’ve even had international acts such as 30 Seconds to Mars, Fitz and the Tantrums and Florence + the Machine perform live on campus, engineered by students like you! You’ll work with post-production audio for Sound Arts Complete your flm and television projects on our digital workstations an work on the big consoles 12 months accelerated to mix sound effects for video games or flm projects. And you’ll get to know both OPT available Bachelor program digital and analog tools as you work in the studio to produce your own music. To on graduation in just 32 months prepare you for the real world we even have a studio-etiquette class; how to deal with demanding clients! 13 14 15 16 Australia
Whether you’re looking at studying creative media in a brisbane
fast-paced city environment or perhaps in a more relaxed perth byron bay
beachside location, SAE Institute is the place for you. sydney
melbourne We have campuses all around Australia and you can even study at more than one location if you want to explore different parts of the country.
Accommodation Streamlined Visa Processing (SVP) SAE Institute Byron Bay is the only Australian campus In March 2014, SAE Institute was given approval by that offers onsite and offsite private accommodation for the Australian Department of Immigration and Border students. For those considering accomodation at other Protection (DIPB) to participate in Streamlined Visa campuses please contact student services to assist in Processing (SVP) Arrangements. organising rental properties. For more information please You are eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing (SVP) if visit: www.sae.edu.au you are enrolled in an SAE Bachelor Degree. More information can be found at: www.sae.edu.au/mystudentvisa Health cover It is an Australian requirement that all student visa holders must maintain overseas student Health Cover for the Applying for a student visa full duration of their study in Australia. SAE Institute SAE must issue you with a Confrmation of Enrolment and Qantm College Student Administration will assist (CoE) before you are able to apply for your student visa. students to obtain appropriate Health Cover. It is also At SAE, a CoE is only issued after you have accepted recommended that students obtain accident and travel your offer. insurance prior to leaving their home country. If you are studying outside of Australia, check with your agent. To accept your offer, students must: • Sign and return the ‘Student Admission Your Pathway Working in Australia Agreement’ • Make payment of the frst trimester tuition fees. As an international student on a student visa in There are several ways to study at SAE Institute, Australia, the Australian government allows you to work • Successfully complete the Genuine temporary depending on your background. up to 20 hours a week, and unlimited hours during entrant assessment (only applicable to SVP university vacation periods. You and your dependent students) • Vocational Education & Training (VET) family members will already have Permission to Work • Arrange Overseas Student Health cover (OSHC) • Higher Education (HE) automatically included with your visa: www.immi.gov.au/students Once you have been issued your eCOE you must then submit it to the Australian Immigration Offce with your Creative Media application for a student visa. All student visas have VET Employment ESOS ACT mandatory conditions, including: that you must remain Diploma Opportunities Australia’s laws promote quality education and consumer enrolled; you cannot undertake work until you commence High protection for overseas students. The Education Services your studies and you cannot change institution within the School for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act) and related frst six calendar months of your program. It is important Certificate legislation is designed to protect the interests of students to contact your Agent and fnd out more information, coming to Australia on student visas. The legislation aims should you require it. HE Bachelor Post Graduate to protect and enhance Australia’s reputation for quality Degree education, to provide tuition protection and support More information can be found at: the integrity of the student visa program. For further www.sae.edu.au/mystudentvisa information, visit: www.aei.gov.au Creative Media Employment Opportunities
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Brisbane byron bay sydney melbourne perth
Situated on the meandering Brisbane River, The beachside town of Byron Bay Sydney, Australia’s famous harbor city, With an eclectic combination of Stretched out along the Swan River, Perth is a Queensland’s capital is a modern, exciting and is renowned for its relaxed, laidback boasts world-renowned architecture, sophisticated chic and urban grittiness fast-growing, cosmopolitan and multicultural multicultural city. Experiencing enviably long atmosphere, beautiful beaches, creative beautiful beaches, impressive restaurants, Melbourne is a creative, exciting and city. Within close proximity to the thriving city summers and warm-to-mild winters, Brisbane local community, mild-subtropical climate eminent cultural institutions and the odd dynamic city. Expect to be enthralled and centre you will fnd pristine beaches, beautiful offers you a relaxed lifestyle centered on the and unrivalled quality of life. There’s celebrity or two. Admired for its natural surprised by what Melbourne has on offer. parks and impressive native forests. The water and the great outdoors. no doubt that Byron Bay offers up the beauty, climate, and lifestyle, Sydney is a Located on the south coast of Australia, weather and sunshine provide for an enviably quintessential creative, coastal lifestyle. truly world-class destination. Melbourne experiences a variable climate relaxed, outdoor lifestyle – making Perth a year Studying in Brisbane offers: of four distinct seasons with warm, dry round holiday destination for visitors, and an • Jump on a city-cycle and explore the culturally rich (and Studying in Byron Bay offers: Studying in Sydney offers: summers and cool, crisp winters. amazing place to live for the locals. cycle friendly!) inner suburbs of Brisbane • Experience the great inner-city cafes and good eats • Head to the beach for a swim, surf, or walk to the • Get on a bus or train and visit the beautiful beaches and – from Harry’s Singapore Chilli Crab to Harry’s Café Studying in Melbourne offers: Studying in Perth offers: lighthouse – keep a look out for our majestic and de Wheels (no relation!) hinterlands of the Sunshine and Gold Coasts playful resident dolphins. • Head to the MCG in footy season to experience all • Head out to Fremantle, Perth’s cultural hub, for great • Catch a ferry along the Brisbane river to the Queensland • Overload your senses in Chinatown – Yum Cha is • Visit the quaint and eclectic hinterland villages. the fun and fervor of an AFL game. cafes, restaurants, fea markets and all things arty, hip Museum in South Bank a defnite must • Grab your hiking boots and explore the surrounding and cool • Strut your stuff with the beautiful people on Bondi • Check out the amazing street art and good eats in • Check out the inspiring and sometimes controversial National Parks, waterfalls and waterholes. inner city street art Beach (and remember to swim between the fags) Hosier Lane. • Get your evening groove on in Northbridge, renowned • Feed your belly and catch up with friends in Byron’s • Get touristy in and around Circular Quay and for its clubs, pubs and kebabs • Head to The Valley for some great eats and enjoy the • Hang out in the buzzing cafes and bars on buzzing cafes and bars. Darling Harbour – make a day of it, there’s heaps cool vibes of the local pub scene Brunswick Street. • Check out an art house movie at Luna Cinema • Take up yoga, learn how to surf, swing on a fying to do trapeze, or join a meditation group… • Check out one of the exceptional productions at the • Hop on the tram to historic St Kilda – Melbourne’s • On a warm Summer’s day make your way to Hillarys Campus acclaimed Belvoir Street Theatre colourful and eclectic beachside playground. Boat Harbour – Perth’s beachside playground • The campus is an architecturally designed and award- Campus winning building • Take a weekend drive along the famously • Walk in the treetops at Kings Park; take a picnic and panoramic Great Ocean Road. make a day of it • Alumni have gone onto be the founders of Halfbrick in • Exceptional studios and equipment including a Campus Custom Series 75 console powered by Neve and 2001, Australia’s leading games development company. • The new Sydney campus has over 30 learning the SSL 9000K studio, the only one of its kind in an spaces, being big enough to feel like a community, • Outstanding professional development opportunities at educational facility in the world. Campus Campus Halfbrick, Splendour in the Grass and Byron Blues and but still small enough for you to feel like an Roots Festival. • On-campus, secure and affordable student individual. • Campus radio show The Lunch Drop on Kiss FM in • Multiple purpose built studios including a large green accommodation. • Links with Studios 301 (Australia’s premier collaboration with SAE students. screen FX room, surround sound studios and the latest • Outstanding professional development recording facility) software opportunities including Byron Bay Bluesfest, Byron • Outstanding professional development • An active and welcoming Student Representative Bay Writers’ Festival, Byron Bay Film Festival and opportunities including Laneway Festival. • Outstanding professional development opportunities Council Splendour in the Grass. including Laneway Festival and Emergence Festival • - Strong ties to IGDA, the peak games development body
19 20 courses Australia
2 2 Bachelor of Animation years Bachelor of design years
Qualifcation Career Options Specialisations Qualifcation Career Options Specialisations Bachelor of Animation (3D Modelling) 2D/3D animator, Modeller, Rigger, Visual effects artist, Learn the fundamentals, then choose your specialisation Bachelor of Design (Graphic Design) Graphic designer, Web designer, Web developer, Motion Learn the fundamentals, then choose your specialisation Bachelor of Animation (Character Animation) Environment artist, Game asset artist, Technical artist, in trimester 4: Bachelor of Design (Web Design) graphics designer, Creative director, Art director, Content in trimester 2: Bachelor of Animation (Visual Effects) Character artist, Concept artist, Post-production for manager, Search engine optimizer, Pre press operator, broadcast media, Architectural visualizer, Product 3D Modelling Duration Finished artist. Graphic Design Duration visualizer, Spatial GIS data processor, Educational media 24 months (Fast-track) • Typography • Advanced 3D modeling What Subjects Are Covered 24 months (Fast-track) production, Motion graphics designer, Art director, Creative • Technical art pipelines 30 months (Standard) • Design for print media 30 months (Standard) director, Project manager, Team leader • Digital environments • Practical design skills • Pre press Intakes • Visual thinking Intakes February | May | September Web Design* Character Animation • Design for web February | May | September What Subjects Are Covered • Rigging • Digital publishing • Interaction design Locations • Interface design Locations • Storytelling • Advanced 2D animation • Design for print Brisbane | Byron Bay | Sydney | Melbourne | Perth • Design for content management systems Brisbane | Sydney | Melbourne | Perth • Drawing • Advanced character animation • Social media campaigns • 3D graphics Course Information • Interface design Course Information • 2D & 3D animation Visual Effects • Interaction design The SAE Bachelor of Design has been developed in * Web Design specialisation not offered at Byron Bay or • Post production • Content management At SAE we know that practical, hands-on training is the • Dynamics collaboration with our industry partners. Learn practical, Perth proven and best way for you to develop the skills and • Principles of design • Intermediate compositing creative design skills and build visual literacy. Develop • Creative advertising experience you need to start your successful career in the • Industry knowledge • Advanced compositing your business and management skills in practical projects. • Industry knowledge creative media industries. • Studio practice Experience our state-of-the art studio facilities and refne Undertake a Bachelor of Animation at SAE and build • Principles of animation your talents using industry-standard software. your expertise in all facets of animation, from concept • Animation tools design through to production. Gain industry knowledge, • Project management use advanced animation tools, and collaborate across disciplines to produce real-world applications. 2 Bachelor of film years Bachelor of Audio 2 years Qualifcation Career Options Specialisations Bachelor of Film (Production) Video editor, Cinematographer, Director, Producer, Visual Learn the fundamentals, then choose your specialisation Bachelor of Film (Post-Production) effects artist, Colourist. in trimester 3: Qualifcation Career Options Specialisations Duration What Subjects Are Covered Production Bachelor of Audio (Studio Production) Studio engineer, Post production engineer – flm and Learn the fundamentals, then choose your specialisation 24 months (Fast-track) Bachelor of Audio (Post Production) TV, Radio broadcast producer/engineer, Sound location in trimester 3: • Camera techniques • Directing 30 months (Standard) recorder, Mastering engineer, Live sound engineer – F.O.H • Production techniques • Producing Duration and monitors, Music producer. Studio Production • Cinematography Intakes Post Production 24 months (Fast-track) • Advanced studio production techniques February | May | September • Visual effects 30 months (Standard) What Subjects Are Covered • Studio production team dynamics • Production design • Editing Locations • Screen design • Compositing • Studio techniques • Studio projects planning and execution Intakes Brisbane | Byron Bay | Sydney | Melbourne | Perth • Storytelling • Colour grading • Principles of sound February | May | September Post Production • Post production • DAW operation Course Information • Screen writing • Advanced sound for screen techniques • Microphone techniques Explore the creative and technical aspects of flm making • Project management Locations • Audio post production team dynamics • Signal processing whilst developing creative confdence and artistic • Industry knowledge Brisbane | Byron Bay | Sydney | Melbourne | Perth • Studio projects planning and execution • Production techniques independence. Learn from industry professionals in a • Audio engineering principles Course Information hands-on environment with state-of-the-art facilities. • Sound design SAE pioneered contemporary audio training and have been • Live sound delivering outstanding education in this feld for over three • Critical listening decades. Get an internationally recognised qualifcation • Industry knowledge and gain industry-specifc skills and knowledge using world-class audio facilities.
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2 7 Bachelor of games development years diploma of sound production months
Qualifcation Career Options Specialisations Qualifcation Intakes The industry-focused diploma will serve as a direct career Bachelor of Games Development Game designer, Level designer, Analysts, Systems Learn the fundamentals, then choose your specialisation Diploma of Sound Production Intakes: February | May | September pathway, but can also act as a stepping stone into our (Games Programming) designer, Game economy designer, Simulation specialists, in trimester 3: (Studio Production) Bachelor program. Community managers. Locations Bachelor of Games Development Games Programming Diploma of Sound Production Brisbane | Byron Bay | Sydney | Melbourne | Perth Career Options (Games Design) (Live Sound Production) Studio Sound Engineer, Mix Engineer, Live Sound Engineer • Programming Course Information What Subjects Are Covered • Applied mathematics (Music), Live Sound Engineer (Theatre), Studio Assistant, Duration Diploma of Sound Production The Diploma of Sound Production focuses on the Production Assistant, Audio Post Production Engineer, • C++ programming • Game engine architecture (Electronic Music Production) components of audio production and the music industry, 24 months (Fast-track) • Middleware packages • Games technology Composer, OB Engineer, Venue Coordinator, Recording 30 months (Standard) advancing your knowledge and establishing your Artist, Electronic Musician, Music and Dialogue Editor, • Game play scripting • Game play scripting Duration fundamental skill base to facilitate further learning. • Game engine programming • Game engine development Location Recordist, Promoter, Client Liaison. Intakes • Tools development • Tools development 7 months full-time February | May | September • Game design • Artifcial intelligence • Game psychology • Project management & pipeline Locations • Working prototype development Brisbane | Sydney | Melbourne • 3D pipeline Games Design • Level development • Level development Course Information • Maths, statistics & logic • Foundations of 3D graphics diploma of screen and media 7 Developed in collaboration with industry, SAE offers an months • Advanced game design intensive and targeted games course designed to give you • Programming the skills you need to get your dream job in games play • Scripting programming, games engine programming and games • Psychology of play design. Qualifcation Locations The animation specialisation is designed to provide • Games as media Qualifcation: CUF50107 Diploma Brisbane | Byron Bay you with job-ready skills in 3D animation principles and • Serious games of Screen & Media practice including scriptwriting, storyboarding, modelling • Game audio Specialising in Animation Course Information and animating 3D characters and environments. • Project management and pipeline The Diploma of Screen and Media with a specialisation in Duration Animation offers a learning experience that will develop Career Options 7 months full-time your creative talents and technical skill. Profciency 3D Animator, Character Designer, Concept Artist, 3D in industry-standard software compliments hands-on Modeller, Visual Effects Editor, Animation Project Manager. Intakes techniques that will prepare you for an exciting career in 2 February | May | September the animation industry. Bachelor of interactive technologies years
Qualifcation Course Information • Content management systems Bachelor of Interactive Technologies Learn to design and develop interactive content for mobile • Web design 7 (Mobile Development) and emerging platforms. Develop project management • Maths, statistics & logic diploma of screen and media months skills. Get an internationally recognised qualifcation and • Industry knowledge Bachelor of Interactive Technologies become a leader in your feld. (Web Development) Specialisations: Qualifcation Course Information Career Options Duration Career Options Learn the fundamentals, then choose your specialisation in trimester 4: Qualifcation: CUF50107 Diploma The Diploma of Screen and Media (with a specialisation in Assistant Director, Camera Operator, Editor, Special Effects 24 months (Fast-track) Game designer, Level designer, Analysts, Systems of Screen & Media Digital Video Production) is designed to give students the Producer, Sound Designer, Audio Editor, DVD Producer, 30 months (Standard) designer, Game economy designer, Simulation specialists, Mobile Development Specialising in Digital Video Production full experience of digital video production, from concept to Project Manager, Compositor, Web Video Producer, Community managers. fnal production. It is a highly practical qualifcation based Independent Digital Film Maker. Intakes • Programming Duration on units of competency from the nationally recognized What Subjects Are Covered February | May | September • Mobile app development 7 months full-time CUF07 Screen and Media Training Package. Students • Platform design will be instructed in camera use, lighting, video and audio Locations • Programming languages Web Development Intakes editing, motion graphics, flm and video theory, planning Brisbane | Sydney | Melbourne • Industry software applications • Content management systems February | September and managing projects, storyboarding, DVD authoring, • Dynamic development • Design for content management systems scriptwriting, compositing, digital visual effects and • Interface design • Search engine optimisation Locations emerging technologies. • Scripting Brisbane | Byron Bay
23 24 New zealand auckland
Situated on the picturesque North Island, Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city, offering boundless opportunity for work within the creative media industries. Auckland campus The campus is located in Parnell, at the heart of Auckland City with its nightlife, art galleries, designer fashion stores and gourmet food outlets. SAE Auckland prides itself on the quality of the programs offered and Surrounded by breath-taking landscape, the vibrant city is only a short drive from some of on its high levels of student support. We provide continual academic New Zealand’s most beautiful beaches.There is also chance to take time out from study, support through dedicated Course Coordinators and our Lecturers and venture out of Auckland, and explore some of the iconic locations used in the Lord of the Support Staff are readily available to assist our students. Get a real world Rings flm trilogy. perspective and advice from staff who are all active in the creative media industries. Join us for our quarterly ‘In the Mix’ evenings at Juice Bar where staff Your Pathway and students alike hit the stage for a night of music, pool competitions There are several ways to study at SAE Institute depending on your and prizes. background.
Enjoy a wide range of water based leisure activities, from Diploma of Creative Media Dolphin and Whale safaris, an America’s cup sailing Film Making Employment experience to a full of range of Watersports. 1 Year Opportunities Bungee off the Sky Tower (tallest building in Southern High School Equivalent Hemisphere) Diploma of Bachelor of Audio Recording Arts Post Graduate Visit the Waitakere Ranges for Tramping, Mountain biking Engineering 2 Years and check out the Surf beaches nearby. 1 Year Extreme adventure activities like Caving, Canyoning, White-water Heli-rafting, Bungee, Skydiving etc. Creative Media Employment Opportunities
For full entry criteria information: auckland.sae.edu *Completion of the Diploma of Audio engineering course is a pre-requisate for enrolment onto the Bachelor Program SAE Institute in New Zealand is accredited by the New Zealand Qualifcations Authority (NZQA) 26 25 26 courses New zealand
3 12 Bachelor in recording arts years diploma in audio engineering months
Qualifcation It develops the understanding of relevant aspects of What Subjects Are Covered Qualifcation Career Options What Subjects Are Covered Bachelor of Recording Arts business management and legal matters as well as • Academic Research & Writing Techniques Diploma in Audio Engineering Assistant Sound Engineer, Studio Sound Recordist/ • Computer Fundamentals and Graphics communication and research skills. This Degree is a • Industry Perspectives, Issues & Engineer, Mix Engineer, Pro Tools Operator, Live Sound • Introduction to Recording Duration research based degree opening the way to the highest Research Techniques Duration Engineer, Dubbing Engineer, Mastering Engineer, • Digital Theory 24 months full-time levels of academic education • Cultural Perspectives 12 months full-time Broadcast Engineer, Audio Post Production, Music and • Web Design on completion of the Diploma of (Masters and PhD). • Business & Legal Studies Dialogue Editor, Location Recordist, Music Producer, • Sound Design Audio Engineering • Technology & Education Intakes Electronic Musician, Sales and Installation, Consultancy, • Digital Audio (Total 3 years) Career Options • Research Project January | April | June | September Education and Associated Careers, Stage Manager • Microphones Assistant Sound Engineer, Studio Sound Recordist/ • Dynamics Intakes Engineer, Mix Engineer, Pro Tools Operator, Live Sound Course Information • Digital Effects January Engineer, Mastering Engineer, Broadcast Engineer, Audio The Diploma In Audio Engineering forms a natural • Audio Electronics Post Production, Music and Dialogue Editor, Location progression in developing sound recording, editing and • Signal Flow Course Information Recordist, Music Producer, Electronic Musician, Sales mixing skills using various professional media formats and • MIDI and Sampling The Bachelor of Recording Arts Degree incorporates the and Installation, Consultancy, Education and Associated control surfaces. The course focuses on audio engineering • Live Sound development of creative skills and research methods Careers, Studio Manager, A&R Executive, Digital Media skills in Digital Audio Recording-Editing, Professional • Audio Equipment necessary in today’s highly competitive digital media and Entrepreneur. Studio Recording, Live Sound Reinforcement, MIDI- • Studio Equipment infotainment industry. This gives prospective employers Sampling Production, Musicianship, Post Production for • Digital Audio Editing confdence that our graduates will get the job done. This flm and Mastering. • Digital Audio Technology stage furthers the development of music production skills Graduates are able to apply and demonstrate a solid • Fundamental Digital Video Techniques relevant to the commercial and classical music worlds. grounding in all aspects of working with professional • Audio Post Production commercial music and audio within the industry. • Acoustics • Advanced Studio Studies • Musicianship and Theory Studies • Mastering 12 diploma in film making months
Qualifcation The course also incorporates the business aspect of What Subjects Are Covered Diploma in Film Making professional creative media projects, providing graduates • Computer Fundamentals and Graphics the necessary skills to develop their own media-based • Introduction to Recording Duration business in the industry. • Digital Video Techniques 12 months full-time • Digital Theory Career Options • Web Design Intakes Assistant Editor, Editor, Gaffer, Key Grip, • Camera Operation March | September 1st Assistant Director, Art Director, Director of • Digital Film Making Photography, Director, Producer, Camera Assistant, • Production Management Course Information Compositor, Production Manager, Post Production • Video Editing and Compositing The Diploma In Film Making incorporates Technical - Supervisor, Sound Editor, Re-recording Mixer, Sound • DVD Authoring Practical - Creative education which includes: Preparing a Recordist, Steadicam Operator, Sales and installation, • Multimedia and Animation script for the screen, basic and advanced digital editing, Consultancy, Education and Associated Careers, Film • Cinematography and Lighting special effects, working with digital cameras, preparation Studio, Manager, Digital Media Entrepreneur. • Film History of a storyboard, flm production, location shoots and • Script Writing choosing Locations, the making of a music video, • Directing directing a short flm, working with actors, using special • Studio Production effects, television news gathering, framing, working with • Specialised Projects blue screens, flm / video fnancing, digital video editing theory, lighting theory, digital camera theory, video shoot workshops, script writing, budgeting and scheduling, flm project preparation, directing theory and DVD authoring.
27 28 united states of chicago san francisco new york los angeles nashville america atlanta miami From blues and jazz through to hip hop, soul and good old Rock’n’roll, the USA is quite simply home to some of the best music on the planet! The industry is absolutely thriving and SAE USA is right in there in the mix.
We are very proud to boast several Grammy Award winning or nominated staff and alumni - and combined with outstanding equipment and facilities, we will be able to help you make it in the music business.
Access to industry standard studios
Learn Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton, & Komplete
Internship opportunities
Thousands of graduates working all over the world in the audio industry
All students receive an Apple Macbook Pro, audio software, Mbox, headphones and Waves Certifcation Bundle
Numerous professional guest lectures, networking events and workshops
Endless networking opportunities
Cutting edge studios and equipment
Grammy winning Guest speakers and instructors
Ongoing industry & alumni events
Your Pathway There are several ways to study at SAE Institute, depending on your background.
Creative Media High School Diploma Employment Certificate Opportunities
For full entry criteria information: usa.sae.edu 29 30 campuses usa
Atlanta Los angeles miami new york san francisco nashville chicago
Welcome to one of the most SAE Los Angeles is located Recognized for its rich cultural People from around the world The diversity, sophistication and creative SAE Nashville is located in the heart of Music Chicago, Illinois is the biggest, most beautiful dynamic cities in the South... in the iconic former Eastman heritage and diversity, Miami has come to New York City inspired to energy all combine to make San Francisco an Row, the epicenter of Music City. From small town in the world. It is the 3rd largest Atlanta, Georgia! The city boasts a Kodak building on Santa Monica carved out its own space on the fnd expression for their creative epicenter for contemporary art and culture. the moment you step foot on the Nashville city in the USA with a population of 2.7 great mix of people, business and Boulevard and Las Palmas creative media map to become impulses and to join a community Leader of the digital revolution, no other campus, you will know SAE Institute is well million. It has trains to take you almost culture with a touch of southern Avenue. If you want to be a a destination for Art, Fashion, of like minded individuals who can place in the world brings together multimedia equipped to offer you a dynamic education anywhere you want to go and public bicycles hospitality. Music and the arts part of the Audio, Film or Post- Film and Music. Miami offers help them realize their artistic and and technology. Whether you are interested in audio technology and music business. to take you everywhere else. Neighborhoods thrive in this hotbed of creativity. Production industry, then there endless opportunities to mix professional goals. New York is in pursuing a career in music production, Nashville, Tennessee is the 2nd largest music are alive with local clubs, bars, and This vibrant city is home to many is only one place for you…Los and mingle with many industry the intellectual and artistic center video game sound, or post-production, San production center in the U.S., bringing in a restaurants. Concert venues are close enough world-renowned artists. Angeles! insiders. SAE Miami is the of the United States and there Francisco is the perfect launching pad for you! whopping six billion dollars and providing over to walk to, and music festivals fll the streets perfect balance of an academic is everything here to broaden 19,000 jobs per year. The biggest labels in all summer long. Studying in Atlanta offers: Studying in Los Angeles offers: and recreational lifestyle. your view and ultimately impact Studying in SAE San Francisco offers: the recording industry come together to bring Studying in Chicago offers • Atlanta – State of the art school in the • Networking opportunities with your creativity and style. There is • The opportunity to network with audio, gaming and artists, engineers, and producers together to heart of Atlanta. entertainment industry professionals. Studying in Miami offers: nowhere you can’t go after leaving technology professionals. realize their creative visions. • On our 19,000 square foot River North campus, we have 4 pro-quality studios and 4 production suites, all • The campus includes over 20 studios • Multiple Grammy Award winners • Beautiful weather all year around SAE New York. • Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, Palace of Fine Arts, designed by world-renowned studio builder Michael and workstations and a 5.1 surround on staff. Golden Gate Park, De Young, SF Opera, SF Ballet, Studying in Nashville offers: Cronin, 20 individual workstations, a visual studio, and theater featuring an Avid Icon control • Deep latin culture Lucas Arts, Sega, Sony, Pixar, EA and Fantasy Studying in New York offers: an 82-seat theater with 5.1 surround sound. surface and a Pro Tools HD System. • The Getty, MOMA, Venice Beach, studios. • The 15,000 square foot campus includes a visual Santa Monica, Hollywood, Beverly • Energetic nightlife • First & Largest SAE in the US, founded production studio, 10 individual workstations, 3 • House Music was invented in Chicago in the early • Studio designed by world renowned Hills, Rose Bowl, Pasadena, in 1998. • The world-renowned vineyards of Napa Valley. production suites, and 3 studios designed by world- • Winter Music Conference, Calle 1980’s and quickly spread around the world. studio designer Michael Cronin. Numerous live music venues. • Relocated to a brand new campus in renowned studio builder Michael Cronin. Ocho, Art Basel and Latin Billboard • Camping and hiking in Yosemite National Park. June 2013, in the heart of Manhattan’s • Known as the second city, Chicago is an international • Industry networking events. • Stunning beaches and coastlines; Awards, South Beach and Ocean • Nashville is home to hundreds of live sound music burgeoning technology district. hub for fnance, commerce, industry, technology and perfect surfng or sunbathing. Blvd. • An eclectic and sophisticated music scene. venues. • Fox Theater, High Museum of Art, • Neve88R, SSL 4000G+, Icon transportation, with O’Hare Airport being the busiest • Close proximity to Apple, Google, Facebook, Yahoo • Places of interest: Grand Ole Opry, Country Music in the world. Georgia Dome and Turner Field. • Picturesque mountains, perfect for Campus D-Control, Audient ASP8024 Dual skiing or snowboarding. Layer, & Yamaha O2R Consoles. Wide and YouTube corporate headquarters. Hall of Fame and Museum, Music Row, Ryman • Chicago ranks 7th in the world in the 2014 Global • A growing motion picture and flm variety of production & editing suites Auditorium, and numerous famous music studios. • 2 multiple Grammy Award winning Cities Index due to its world infuence, economic industry . with all of the latest software. Instructors opportunities and access to culture. • Very active Alumni Association with free • Corporate headquarters of companies • 3 instructors with a combined 31 monthly events. such as CNN, Turner Broadcasting, Million albums sold Coca-Cola, and Cox Communications. • Highest percentage of international • 1 Instructor who was the frst students of all US SAE campuses. engineer/mixer to create an entire • A multi-cultural experience. SAE also operates recording in a hard disk system via his work on Ricky Martin’s #1 pop • Central Park, Broadway Theater, ex’pression hit “Livin La Vida Loca” Madison Square Garden, Rockefeller Center, Statue of Liberty, Empire State college Building, MOMA, The Met, Grand in san franciso. Central. see page 13-14 for details.
31 32 courses usa
9 12 diploma in audio technology months months
Qualification Career Options • Music Production Diploma in Audio Technology Recording Engineer, Post Production Mixer, Live Sound • Advanced Signal Flow Engineer, Studio Manager, Mastering Engineer or Location Duration Sound Recordist. • Mastering 9/12 months full-time • Mixing Techniques What Subjects Are Covered • Sound for Picture Intakes • Introduction to Audio January | April | June | September | October • Surround Sound • Introduction to Digital Audio Workstations (DAW) • Loudspeakers & Amps Locations • Music Theory Atlanta | Los Angeles | Miami | Nashville • Live Sound • Introduction to MIDI and Sequencing New York | San Francisco • Acoustics • Basic Electronics • System Interface Course Information • Signal Processing (Dynamic & Time Based) The curriculum is based upon a combination of theoretical • Music Business • Microphones and practical instruction, offering hands-on classes and • Broadcast Engineering & Multimedia individual studio time that is supported by traditional • Basic Signal Flow lecture-based theory classes. This approach gives the • Stereo Microphone Techniques SAE student a thorough foundation of knowledge in a broad range of audio related felds. Students will have the • Advanced Sequencing necessary management skills for entry-level management • Synthesis & Sampling positions in the entertainment business. All classes are taught by experienced and qualifed instructors who not • Session Procedures only share their years of technical expertise, but also their • Pro Tools enthusiasm for the magic of audio engineering.
16 diploma in music business months
Qualifcation Course Information What Subjects Are Covered Diploma/Associates in Music Business Passionate about the entertainment industry, but prefer • Introduction to Music Business to stay out of the limelight? Rather be a bigwig than a Duration big-name? Why not make a career out of the business of • Industry Perspectives 16 months full-time entertainment? • Audio Production The Diploma of Music Business provides the multiple skills • The Record Business Intakes necessary for careers in today’s Music Business Industry. January | March | June | October Students will learn promotion, marketing, management, • Music Distribution graphic and web design, video and audio production, and • Music Video Production Locations publishing. Students will also learn about team building • Business & Legal Foundations Nashville and networking. The culmination of the program will utilize all the skills learned during the program in a team project • Contemporary Music Marketing that will include the booking and promotion of a live • Multimedia & Web Development performance of the band or artist chosen by the team. • GE add-on subjects for Associates Career Options Licensing/Copyright Specialist, Record Industry Executive, Artist & Repertoire Coordinators/Administrator, Music Publicist, Concert Tour & Road Managers, Music Publishers, Artist Managers, Music Retail Managers, Music Entrepreneurs, Music Business Consultants, Advertising, Sales and Marketing Executives, Booking or Talent Agent.
33 34 united kingdom
At SAE Institute UK you will fnd inspiring tutors and glasgow lecturers together with unrivalled facilities for the sole purpose of dedicated, creative students coming from liverpool all over the world with one thing on their mind; To Do, oxford Learn and Create surrounded by the atmosphere that london only an SAE Institute campus can offer.
Students study for careers in Sound / Audio Engineering, Music Production, Digital Filmmaking, Web Development, 3D / Interactive Animation and Games Programming.
In the United Kingdom, SAE Institute has 4 campuses in London, Liverpool, Glasgow and the world headquarters in Oxford.
The London campus opened in 1985 and has steadily grown to become one of the largest SAE Campuses in Europe, offering the full portfolio of creative technology subjects.
Located in East London in the heart of London’s creative hub, Shoreditch. It provides the ideal learning ground for tomorrow’s digital creatives.
Opened in 2008 and offcially inaugurated as the World Headquarters in 2012, the Oxford campus offers world-class practical creative media facilities in the ‘The City of Dreaming Spires’.
Oxfordshire has a fast growing reputation for its strong creative digital media economy and creates an ideal professional playground for students to sharpen their skills.
Your Pathway There are several ways to study at SAE Institute, depending on your background.
Batchelors High School Degree Post Graduate Certificate 2 Years
Creative Media Employment Opportunities For full entry criteria information: uk.sae.edu 35 36 campuses uk
oxford london Liverpool glasgow
An iconic city for education and esteemed knowledge, Oxford plays London, a capital city steaming with opportunity. Constantly From the hedonistic riffs of the world’s most powerful EDM force, home to forward thinking minds, which made it the perfect choice for producing the freshest beats, flms, animations and designs; the Cream, to the rocking bass lines of the underground cellar bars, Stylish, edgy and irrepressibly friendly, Glasgow is a city which has SAE’s global headquarters. city never fails to get the creative juices of every student fowing Liverpool’s heart beats with a resonance that fows through the cultural long attracted visitors from across the world. The city offers many when they join SAE London. The campus is based in the uber hip mesh of the city’s creativity and into the veins of every SAE student interesting daytime attractions and a very vibrant and abundant World-renowned bands from Radiohead to Supergrass hail from here, area of Shoreditch and is surrounded by the biggest global online determined to make their mark on the industry. night life. Whether it’s the latest in the EDM scene at The Arches keeping the scene fresh. Look beyond the cobbled streets and you’ll brands and newest start-ups. An epi-centre of world culture, or being inspired within the Centre for Contemporary Arts, fnd a buzzing web of the latest digital innovations used by the city’s inspiration is all around for the taking, offering every student the Studying in Liverpool offers: Glasgow is waiting for you to make your mark on its scene. plethora of independent flm makers, music producers, digital app, right to express and create their own brand of creativity in the • As European Capital of Culture in 2008, Liverpool continues to be important centre for Studying in Glasgow offers: game and design agencies, all applying brilliant minds to achieving digital media world to become legends of the future. culture in the UK, with unique venues such as The Shipping Forecast and MelloMello. exceptional things. • Baltic Triangle; a cutting-edge area of the city where pioneering creatives work and play, • Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre - based in Glasgow since 1996 it has gained a Studying in London offers: including Camp and Furnace and great festivals like Summercamp. reputation as one of the city’s hidden treasures. Studying in Oxford offers: • Feel the the buzz around the startup scene in Tech City UK, an area of East • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum; one of Scotland’s most visited free • Wilderness Festival; set amongst the lakes, forests and parkland of Oxfordshire, this is London which is supports of tech and digital companies, and where the London • Great access to other dynamic cities like Manchester and Leeds. attraction. With 22 themed, state-of-the-art galleries displaying an astonishing an award winning festival of music, food, learning and literature. campus is based. 8000 objects. Campus • Ashmolean Museum; a world class venue which showcases contemporary culture • East End canals - rich in history and in contemporary life – old warehouses • West Highlands - check out some of the most beautiful and inspiring views alongside historic masterpieces. alongside modern architecture – and there’s a real energy in all the new things • A brand new campus with top equipment by the leading manufacturers like Audient, Scotland has to offer, and just a short drive from Glasgow. that are springing up like the cafes, pubs and shops. Neve, SSL, Beringer, C24, Euphonix. • Oxfordshire has a fast growing reputation for its strong creative digital media economy Campus • Work experience opportunities at international events including Liverpool Sound City and creates an ideal professional playground for students to sharpen their skills. • BOXPARK – check out this contemporary shopping and eating mall. festival, Creamfelds, Juice FM, The Cavern Club. • Located just 5 minutes from Clydeside which is home to many media facilities such as the BBC and STV not to mention such iconic buildings as the Science Campus: Campus • Guest lectures each month - visitors in the past include Adlib, AVID, Mike Cave, Danny Centre and the new 12,000 capacity venue, the Hydro. Woodward, Mike Dred. • Opened in 2008 and offcially inaugurated as the World Headquarters in 2012, the • Mark Paterson is SAE Institute London’s high fying Alumnus in 2013 with an • The campus’s audio and flm facilities consist of purpose built classrooms, Oxford campus offers world-class practical creative media facilities. Oscar, BAFTA, CAS and MPSE awards under his belt for sound mixing on Les studios and workstations, professionally ftted with state of the art equipment Miserables. from leading manufacturers. • ‘Live and Let Dine’ – the student café and social area is where students can relax with a coffee or lunch, play a game and chat to other students. • Bankstock Studios comprises the UK’s largest audio recording and production studio facility exclusively for music technology and audio production courses. • Studio 1 – the fagship recording studio of SAE Oxford, featuring a 56 channel custom built Neve Genesys mixing console. • Global Game Jam (GGJ), the world’s largest game jam event, is hosted by SAE London.
SAE Institute in the UK is accredited by Middlesex University, London UK. Students enrolled in a validated programme will received a Middlesex award on successful completion of their studies. All BA/ BSc (Hons) programmes offered at the London and Oxford Campus are validated by Middlesex University. 37 38 courses united kingdom
2 2 bachelor of arts or science (hons) audio production years bachelor of arts or science (hons) web development years
Qualifcation Course Information What Subjects Are Covered Qualifcation Course Information What Subjects Are Covered BA/BSc (Honours) Audio Production Whether you want to work in a recording studio, in post BA/BSc (Honours) Web Development The web is the world’s number one information sharing production for flm or TV, radio, sound design, game sound • Acoustics community and commerce tool. As the market in web • CMS, Web 2.0 & Standards Compliance Duration or applications of sound in business, the Audio Production • Consoles and Audio Signal fow Duration design has evolved and matured, so the importance of • Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash 24 months full-time degree programme comprehensively prepares you with 24 Months full-time a strong web strategy and user engagement has come • Signal Processing (EQ, Dynamics & FX) • XHTML, CSS, XML and HTML5 the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required for to be recognised by large corporations and Freelance Intakes a successful career. The hands-on, practical ethos offers • Microphones and Mic Placement Intakes Professionals alike. It is their shop window and retail • Javascript, ActionScript 3, AJAX September February | May | September individual studio time supported by one to one tutors. • Advanced Recording Techniques space - all accessed by the mighty click. Any business • PHP Server side scripting (depending on campus – please check the website for This enables you to bring the theory, concepts and tools (depending on campus – please check the website for intent on growing and servicing our increasingly connected • Advanced Mixing Techniques • MySQL databases details: www.uk.sae.edu) together with your creativity in a variety of felds; from details: www.uk.sae.edu) world needs web developers. As a student, you will studio recording on large format consoles to sound design • Mastering beneft from a hands-on curriculum where you make your • Human computer interaction Locations and editing, using a variety of platforms including Pro Tools own websites, web applications and mobile phone apps, Locations • MIDI, Samplers and Synthesis Oxford | London | Liverpool | Glasgow • Accessibility Oxford | London | Liverpool | Glasgow and Apple Logic. together with learning the development process and key • Electronic Music Production roles in the industry. With a rewarding job market, you will • Usability Career Options • Pro Tools and Logic graduate with a diverse portfolio to give you the edge to • User-Testing Art Recording Engineer, Mixing Engineer, Mastering Engineer, help create the future of online communication. Live Sound Engineer, Record Producer, Foley Artist, Sound • Post Production for TV and Film • 2D Design Editor, Supervising Sound Editor, Location Recordist, • Project Management Career options • Communication Music and Dialogue Editor, Jingle Producer, Audio Web Designer, Junior Web Developer, Senior Web • Electroacoustic Composition production specialist for business, Audio Brand Producer, Developer (Project manager), PHP Developer • Project Management Music Producer, Pro Tools Operator, FOH Engineer, • Industry Issues (Back End Development ), JavaScript Developer • Industry Issues Monitor Engineer, Theatre Sound, Boom Operator, Sound • Cultural Issues (Front End Developer), Web App Developer, Artist. Mobile App Developer. • Cultural Issues • Business and Legal Studies • Business & Legal Studies • Marketing • Mobile Platforms
2 bachelor of arts or science (hons) interactive animation years 2 bachelor of arts or science (hons) digital film making years Qualifcation Course Information What Subjects Are Covered BA/BSc (Honours) Interactive Animation As the games and moving image industries continue to grow, so too does the demand for highly skilled creative • Hard Surface Modelling Duration Qualifcation Course Information What Subjects Are Covered animators. From simple animations to complex 3D • Digital Sculpting 24 Months full-time BA/BSc (Honours) Digital Film Making The age old human urge to tell stories is nurtured and modelling and VFX, interactive animation in TV shows, • Texture painting • Pre-Production movies, web content and games. Your creative output plus guided within a hands-on practical setting to allow your Intakes Duration • Story Boarding technical skills are key to your success. From the earliest • Anatomy stories to become visual realities. This is the flmmaking September 24 months full-time stages of design through to implementation in various degree with a difference - You will make flms! Our • Cinematography (depending on campus – please check the website for • Storyboarding practical ethos means you will produce flms as part of interactive entertainment platforms, the course allows you • Lighting details: www.uk.sae.edu) • Compositing Intakes your learning, taking you through the pre-production, to grasp both the practical and theoretical elements of September | January production and post production processes. Supported by • Post Production Locations interactive animation through industry standard tools. • Environment Design (depending on campus – please check the website for one to one tutors and with access to industry standard Oxford | London | Liverpool | Glasgow • Character Design • Colour Correction Our practical ethos throws you head frst into real world details: www.uk.sae.edu) digital cameras and flm production equipment, this degree projects supported by one to one tutors, ensuring you • Lighting and Rendering prepares you to enter the flm making industry with a high • Motion Graphics have the opportunity to push your creative limits. You Locations technical and creative ability. • Compositing • Character Rigging Oxford | London | Liverpool | Glasgow graduate with a portfolio that will give you the edge and • Matchmoving and Integration Career Options • Editing a mindset to take on the challenges of the creative media industries. Director, Producer, Production Assistant, Cinematographer, • Continuity • Character Animation Director of Photography, Documentary Film Maker, Film • Directing Career Options • Life Drawing Maker, Colourist, Camera Operator, Camera Assistant, Editor, Grip. Steadicam Operator, Lighting. • DVD Authoring 3D Modeller , 3D Animator, 3D Generalist, Compositor, • Cinematography Texture Artist, Lighting Artist, Rotoscope Artist, • Movement • Multiclip Editing Environment Artists, Matchmover, Character Designer, Visual Effect Artist, Character Rigging, Technical Animator, • Character Clay Modelling Motion Capture Artist. 39 40 courses united kingdom
2 bachelor of science games programming years
Qualifcation Course Information Career options BSc (Honours) Games Programming From the latest RPG or massively multiplayer online game Game Engine Programmer, Graphics Programmer, to mobile games or social media apps, there is a real AI (Artifcial Intelligence) Programmer, Network Duration demand for talented, technically able graduates who can Programmer, Physics Programmer, Audio Programmer, 24 Months full-time turn ideas into reality. From the fundamentals to advanced Lead Programmer. modules that deal with all levels of game production, Intakes graduates of our 2-year programme emerge confdent and September skilled to power one of the largest sectors of the creative What Subjects Are Covered (depending on campus – please check the website media industries.Our practical ethos allows you to work on for details: www.uk.sae.edu) • C++ Programming numerous projects to learn the tools and techniques you’ll Locations need in the industry. Supported by one to one tutors, • C# XNA Game Programming Oxford | London | Liverpool | Glasgow you can develop your experimentation and • Flash Game Development creative output. • Software Engineering Crucially, you graduate with a portfolio to demonstrate • Writing 2D and 3D Games in C++ your ability to hit the ground running and contribute to an industry that is now larger than the flm industry. • Game Level Design • Mathematics for Game Programmers • Artifcial Intelligence for Games • Writing Networked Multiplayer Games • OpenGL • DirectX • Game Audio Programming
2 bachelor of arts or science (hons) music business years
Qualifcation Course Information What Subjects Are Covered BA/BSc (Honours) Music Business The music business programme covers core aspects of the music industry ranging from cultural and historical • Music History Duration perspectives, analysis and forecasting, legal frameworks • Copyright 24 Months full-time and revenue streams to planning, budgeting, marketing • Established Law and Conventions and digital media skills across a wide variety of industry Intakes scenarios such as artist management, publishing, e-music • Contracts and Terminology September and event management. (depending on campus – please check the website for • Music Publishing and Record Companies details: www.uk.sae.edu) Throughout the course you will complete a range • Production Processes aleka of projects that give you the opportunity to explore, Locations • Planning and Budgeting SAE Institute greece implement and innovate within this dynamic and fast Oxford | London paced sector providing you with industry knowledge and • Branding, Marketing and Advertising experience required by employers and those with an • Press-kits and Media Handling SAE was key to gaining an insight entrepreneurial mindset. • Social Media, Web Apps and SEO into the world of sound. Since • Communication and Concept Development then, I’ve been applying all this Career options • Decoding Culture Recording Executive, Promoter, Entertainment Manager, knowledge to my career in the Music Manager, A&R Consultant, Marketing Executive, • Radio/TV campaigns Broadcast Executive, Music Producer, Studio Manager, music industry. Digital Media Entrepreneur.
41 42 South africa SAE in Cape Town is already a brand name recognised in the flm and music industries throughout Africa for its high quality of education provided by its ethical value system, its teachers, its equipment and cape town facilities.
Come to the city that was named The World’s Best Destination in TripAdvisor’s 2011 Travelers’ Choice Awards. Cape Town was also voted World Design Capital 2014. Our Table Mountain is offcially one of the Seven Wonders of the World! For a life-enriching experience, interact with our leading creative media industry practitioners and academics in unrivalled facilities. Join creative students from all over the world to learn and create in an atmosphere that only a world-class campus can offer! cape town In 2014 we moved to our new purpose-built 1000 square meter SAE Institute Cape Town is the frst campus SAE has opened in Africa. campus at www.woodstockexchange.co.za. Our new campus is an architectural and creative tour de force; featuring a triple-volume flm Cape Town is South Africa’s creative capital and home to the famous studio (isolated), 3 large recording studios (foated), a mastering suite Table Mountain which has been named one of the Seven Wonders of the (foated), four mix suites, two colour grading/flm editing suites, 3 lecture World. Our city has also been chosen to be the World Design Capital 2014 theatres, 3 computer labs, and a library on a mezzanine above the flm and so our SAE campus is appropriately located in its heart. studio. Our hub of art and science also employs plenty of space to relax, regroup, and be inspired. The city is the economic centre of the Western Cape Province, as well as the legislative capital of South Africa. Home to 3.5 million people, it is one Your Pathway of the most multi-cultural cities of the world. There are several ways to study at SAE Institute The city has a subtropical Mediterranean climate. It was the highlight of depending on your background. the host cities for the 2010 FIFA World Cup because of its breath-taking scenery, pristine beaches, spectacular and affordable cuisine and a cultural experience bar none. Higher Creative Media Certificate Employment The creative media industries in Africa are currently the fastest growing in 1 Year Opportunities High School the world, where the autonomy to create and be entrepreneurial is alive Certificate and encouraged. For the price of the tuition alone in the major centers Bachelor of of the world you can receive the globally recognised SAE curriculum and Arts Post Graduate facilities. For the same price with us in Cape Town, you also get a cultural 3 Years and sensory experience of the highest order.
Africa is unique, energised, vibrant, welcoming and hard working. Join us. Creative Media Employment Opportunities For full entry criteria information: capetown.sae.edu 43 44 courses south africa
3 12 bachelor of arts in sound production years higher certificate in sound production months
Qualifcation In addition to the focus on the vital knowledge and skills • Music Styles Qualifcation Course Information What Subjects Are Covered Higher Certifcate in Sound Production Students learn the technical and creative aspects of the Bachelor of Arts in Sound Production required from a sound engineer/ producer, students are • Signal Processing • Principles of Sound constantly exposed to the relevant qualities and values recording process by working on complex projects in Duration expected of an individual in the industry with relation to • Electronic Music Production Duration various professional studio environments. The course • Audio Technology 12 months full-time 3 years full-time professional practice, ethics and credibility. Our aim is to • Digital Audio Production covers all aspects of sound production, studio recording • Signal Processing produce graduates who can operate effectively as well and live sound reinforcement techniques, mixing, Intakes • Studio Production Intakes • Applied Music Theory rounded audio professionals and make a meaningful mastering, MIDI and modern music creation, music February February | July contribution to the industry and society. • Audio Post Production business, studio acoustics and the application of current • Electronic Music Production Course Information • Creative Project technology to the music production process. Students • Creative Project Career Options This curriculum addresses the art, science and technology also gain expertise in music and business management, Studio Recording/Mix Engineer, Mastering Engineer, • The Role of Producers • Studio Production of sound production across a wide range of applications, marketing, communications and knowledge of the Broadcast Engineer, Location Sound Mixer, Music from music recording to live concert sound and sound • Acoustics contemporary ‘infotainment’ industry. • Acoustics & Live Sound Producer, Consultancy, Education and Careers, Digital production for Film and Television. Each sub-discipline of Media Entrepreneur. • Live Sound Production • Audio Post Production sound production is covered in detail, in order to ensure all • Research and Project Models • Audio Mastering graduates have the superior theoretical and practical skills What Subjects Are Covered necessary to work in the broad scope of the international • Mastering and Media Preparation entertainment and music industries. • Principles of Sound • Advanced Studio Production • Introduction to Audio Technology • Business and Legal Studies higher certificate in digital film production 12 • Applied Music Theory • Marketing and Promotions months • Information Technologies • Advanced Audio Post Production
Qualifcation Course Information What Subjects Are Covered Higher Certifcate in Digital Film Production This course is designed to provide students with • Digital Film Production experience in all facets of digital flm production, fostering 3 Duration creative confdence and artistic independence in a hands- • Digital Film Post Production bachelor of arts in film production years 12 months full-time on learning environment. The course covers the technical • Digital Imaging and creative components of digital flmmaking, including: Intake • Film Studies conceptualisation, screenwriting, project development, February | July digital camera operation, lighting, production management, • Motion Graphics Qualifcation Course Information What Subjects Are Covered directing, editing, sound design, motion graphics and VFX, Bachelor of Arts in Film Production SAE Institute’s Film Production degree explores all the • Creative Project • Film Studies ultimately giving students a deeply experiential opportunity creative and technical elements of digital flmmaking, with to tell their stories and powerfully translate the stories of • Adaptations Duration an emphasis on developing your practical skills in pre- • Digital Film Production 3 years full-time others. In creating their own projects, students develop • Visual Effects (VFX ) production, production, post production and distribution. • Digital Film Post Production the necessary skills to become profcient flmmakers. Throughout the 3-year course you will gain profciency • TV Commercial Production Intakes • Information Technology in the many departments that make up the production • Documentary Production February process, learning within an innovative and hands-on • Screenwriting and Adaptations environment that boosts your creative confdence and • Audio Production artistic independence through the completion of a range of creative media projects. On completion of the degree, you • Introduction to Digital Imaging will have acquired a holistic knowledge of the flm industry • Television Commercial Production 12 and be thoroughly prepared with the skills and knowledge higher certificate in animation & visual efects months needed to embark on an exciting career in the industry. • Motion Graphics • Creative Project Career Options Editor, Grip, Camera Operator, Lighting Operator, • The Art Department Qualification Course Information What Subjects Are Covered Assistant Director, Screenwriter, Producer, Boom Operator, • Music Video Production Higher Certifcate in Animation & Visual Effects The Animation and Visual Effects (VFX) curriculum is • Fundamentals of Drawing Compositor and Visual Effects Artist. designed for discerning students who know that animation • Visual Effects Duration means more than just cartoons. Students are taken • Scripting & Story Boarding • Research and Project Models 12 months full-time through the entire chronology of character creation • Motion Graphics and development from free-hand drawing to the most • Documentary Production Intakes • Principles of 3D advanced 3D techniques and beyond. Students also delve February | July • Advanced Digital Film Post Production deeply into the intricacies and principles of story-telling • Animation Principles • Business and Legal Studies which is the essence of • Modelling Digital Environments any engaging animation. • Financing and Distribution • 3D Animation • Visual Effects
45 46 united arab emirates dubai SAE Dubai brings expert training and education to the felds of Creative Media in the Middle East, providing a local base for a global outlook on the new media industries.
Since being founded in 2005, we have produced hundreds of graduates, each uniquely prepared to fll emerging opportunities in the creative industries throughout the region. Our course offerings have grown to include Audio, Film, Animation, Multimedia, Games, and Graphic Design and we are always examining new and exciting opportunities as they arise in the region.
dubai bachelor of audio production* Located in the heart of UAE, Dubai is one of the fastest growing economies of the planet; the city offers a safe, multi- bachelor of Film* cultural life with frst-class entertainment and shopping. SAE Dubai is located in Dubai Knowledge Village (DKV), a unique Free Zone initiative to develop bachelor of animation* the region’s talent pool and establish the UAE as a knowledge-based economy. The campus offers outstanding levels of studio equipment and the very latest bachelor of interactive technologies* industry standard software. Your Pathway There are several ways to study at SAE Institute depending on your background. bachelor of games development* Industry standard studios. Industry experienced staff. Bachelors High School Post Degree *All Bachelor degree programs are validated by SAE Institute, Australia – Close industry networking ties. Certificate Graduate please refer to course information in the Australia section. 2 Years Regular opportunities for industry internships and placement. For full entry criteria information: A suite of short courses to Creative Media dubai.sae.edu augment any degree study. Employment Opportunities Powered by TwoFour54 Abu Dhabi. 47 48 singapore singapore
The frst Asian branch within SAE’s international network established in 1989, SAE Institute brings more than 25 years of experience as the pioneer of creative media education in Singapore and is the perfect place to study.
You can enjoy tropical weather all year round, as well as diverse cultures and cuisines, and excellent transport and services — all in this cosmopolitan island nation. SAE Institute students enjoy state-of-the-art facilities in our practically-oriented syllabus. Students studying at SAE Institute Singapore enjoy frst-rate facilities, high calibre staff, innovative teaching methods and strong links with industry practitioners. Our unique theoretical and practical education concept produces career-ready graduates with a passion for life-long learning and commitment to serving the needs of the broader community. When you choose the Singapore Campus you will enjoy quality education together with a variety of cultural experiences unique to the island city. Singapore is renowned for being safe, secure and clean. A dynamic city rich in contrast and colour, you’ll fnd a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture. Brimming with unbridled energy, this little dynamo in South-east Asia embodies the fnest of both East and West. Singapore is well-known in the world as a melting pot of cultures and for its religious tolerance.
Green Screen & Motion Capture Suite with 3D Camera Base Motion Tracking System Your Pathway 4 Fully Equipped Media Lab Rooms There are several ways to study at SAE Avid Learning Partner Institute depending on your background. Industry Professional Monthly Workshop Series Diploma Creative Media Employment City campus – along Singapore River 1 Year Opportunities High School 2-minute walk from Clarke Quay MRT Station Certificate Bachelor of Post Good mix of local and international students Arts Graduate 2 Years State-of-the-art facilities
Operates 7 days a week Creative Media Employment Opportunities Registered with the Council For Private Education with Edutrust award
For full entry criteria information: SAE Institute in Singapore is accredited by Middlesex singapore.sae.edu University, London UK. Students enrolled in a validated programme will received a Middlesex award on successful completion of their studies. 49 50 courses singapore
2 2 bachelor of arts (hons) or diploma in digital film making years bachelor of arts (hons) or diploma in interactive animation years
Qualifcation Course Information Career Options Qualifcation Course Information Career Options Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Audio Production SAE Institute’s Audio Production degree comprehensively Studio Engineer / Manager, Mix Engineering, Mastering Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in SAE Institute’s Interactive Animation degree gives you 2D & 3D Production Animator, Storyboard Artist, Film prepares you with the practical skills and theoretical Engineer, Audio Post Production Engineer, Interactive Animation the confdence to undertake any creative and production Animation Designer, Character Designer, Animation Studio Duration knowledge required for a successful career in the audio Live Sound Engineer, Broadcast Engineer, Consultancy, roles within the animation industries. It equips you with Manager, Concept Artist, Texture & Scenery Designer, 12 months Diploma + 12 months industry. Our commitment to quality and our emphasis Education and Careers, Digital Media Entrepreneur, Music Duration all the creative and technical elements of interactive Digital Media Entrepreneur. Degree full-time on hands-on education guarantee you will receive Producer, Professional Industry Trainer. 12 months Diploma + animation, with an emphasis on creating 2D and 3D vast access to our state-of-the-art audio facilities and 12 months Degree full-time animation, production techniques and design concepts. Qualifcation equipment, providing you with extensive opportunities to It endows you with technological expertise to create Diploma in Audio Engineering Qualifcation advance your skills to a professional level and giving you highly sophisticated animations and the comprehensive 12 months full-time or 18 months part-time Diploma of Screen (Animation) a competitive edge upon graduation. The courses cover understanding of market, management and industry 12 months full-time Intakes all aspects of audio production, studio recording and live contexts to make those animations compelling and March | July | September sound techniques, mixing, mastering, MIDI and modern Intakes effective. music creation, music business, studio acoustics and the March | September application of current technology to the music production Students who successfully complete the frst year process. (14 units – 180 credit points) are eligible to receive an accredited Diploma of Screen (Animation) qualifcation and Students who successfully complete the frst year (13 units may proceed to the one year Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in - 180 credit points), are eligible to receive an accredited Interactive Animation Diploma in Audio Engineering qualifcation and may proceed to the one year Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Audio Production.
2 bachelor of arts (hons) or diploma in games programming 2 bachelor of arts (hons) or diploma in digital film making years years
Qualifcation Course Information Career Options Qualifcation Course Information Career Options Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in SAE Institute’s Digital Film Making degree explores all Director, Executive Producer, Production Manager, Bachelor of Science (Hons) in SAE Institute’s Games Programming degree helps to 2D & 3D Production Animator, Games Programmer, Digital Film Making the creative and technical elements of flm making, Editor, Industry Professional, Manager, Producer, Games Programming put you ahead of the pack when it comes to competitive Games Designer, Games Director, Control Developer with an emphasis on developing your practical skills in Cinematographer, Screen Writer, Visual FX, DVD Author. careers in this industry. Our comprehensive course Character Designer, Scenario Planning, Character Profler, Duration directing, producing and editing. Throughout the intensive Duration structure allows students to combine the fundamental Test Manager/Tester. 12 months Diploma + 2-year course you will gain profciency in all aspects of 12 months Diploma + modules with advanced options that deal specifcally with 12 months Degree full-time the flm making and production process, learning within 12 months Degree full-time all levels of game production including programming, an innovative and hands-on environment that boosts artifcial intelligence and networked games. You will be Qualifcation Qualifcation your creative confdence and artistic independence. On equipped with skills and knowledge in C++ programming Diploma in Digital Film Production Diploma of IT (Games Programming) completion of the degree, you will have acquired a holistic and the confdence to work with mathematical functions 12 months full-time Duration 12 months full-time knowledge of the flm industry, and be thoroughly prepared and artifcial intelligence to design and program games for Intakes with the skills and knowledge needed to embark on an Intakes a variety of devices. March | September exciting career in the industry. March | September Students who successfully complete the frst year (14 units Students who successfully complete the frst year (14 units - 180 credit points), are eligible to receive an accredited – 180 credit points) are eligible to receive an accredited Diploma in IT (Games Programming) qualifcation and may Diploma in Digital Film Production qualifcation and may proceed to the one year Bachelor of Science (Hons) in proceed to the one year Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Digital Games Programming. Film Making.
51 52 53 54 academic entry criteria english language entry criteria Diploma Bachelor
Successful completion of an Australian Senior Successful completion of an Australian Senior Australia Secondary Certifcate of Education Year 12 (SSCE) or Secondary Certifcate of Education Year 12 (SSCE) or Diploma equivalent. Minimum age of 17. equivalent. Minimum age of 17.
5.5 Minimum age of 18. Minimum age of 18. IELTS (Academic) (6.0 NZ / SA) New Zealand NCEA Level 1 Maths and Science or international equivalency SAE Diploma in Audio Engineering of NZ qualifcation. (Total duration to obtain degree: 3 years) 527 (paper based test) 71 (Internet based test) United States For Ex’pression College Bachelor programs, please check: TOEFL USA High School Diploma (Yr 12) equivalency. (550/79 NZ; 500/61 USA) of America www.expression.edu
42 Aus GCE A Level 180 UCAS tariff points (or equivalent Pearson PTE 50 NZ / SA United Kingdom N/A qualifcation) and GCSE Maths and English Language (or (Academic) equivalent) at grade C or above.
Academic English - Level 2 (10 weeks) Navitas English (CRICOS Code 077033K) Senior Certifcate or Matriculation Certifcate Senior Certifcate or Matriculation Certifcate (CRICOS 00289M – Australia only) with a minimum overall of 75% South Africa of the Joint Matriculation Board OR of the Joint Matriculation Board OR (Level 3 NZ / SA) (Bachelor Degree duration: 3 Successful completion of the equivalent academic learning of Successful completion of the equivalent academic learning of years. In general, students must an NQF 4 Qualifcation, or higher OR an NQF 4 Qualifcation or higher OR commence with the Diploma) Successful completion of South African Grade 12, an A-Level Successful completion of South African Grade 12, an A-Level or equivalent. or equivalent. Bachelor (he)
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 (no band lower than 5.5) GCE Advanced Level, Scottish Certifcate of Education Higher GCE Advanced Level, Scottish Certifcate of Education Higher United Arab Grade, Scottish National Courses OR Grade, Scottish National Courses OR Emirates Successful completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Successful completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certifcate of Education (SSCE) or equivalent. Certifcate of Education (SSCE) or equivalent. 550 (paper based test) TOEFL 79 (Internet based test) No longer accepted for UK Tier 4 visa entry
Singapore Completion of at least two GCE O-Level OR Pearson PTE 50 N-Level subjects including English (D7 and above) or ITE No longer accepted for UK Tier 4 visa entry (Bachelor Degree duration: 3 Completion of SAE Diploma or equivalent. (Academic) years. In general, students must Certifcate OR commence with the Diploma) completion of SAE Certifcate. Academic English - Level 3 (10 weeks) Navitas English (CRICOS Code 077033K) 1. In all cases, the International Baccalaureate, IGCE A Levels, European 2. Non-EU students entering the UK have to achieve the points required according (CRICOS 00289M – Australia only) with a minimum overall of 75% Baccalaureate, Advanced International Certifcate of Education will also be to the tier 4 VISA system. considered for entry to Bachelor level programs.Students applying to the USA must www.ukba.homeoffce.gov.uk/visas-immigration/studying/adult-students/ have their high school transcripts evaluated to determine USA high school diploma equivalency. In Australia, SAE Institute works with Navitas English to provide a seamless transition from their English language programs to the SAE Bachelor program.
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Check the entry criteria online at: www.sae.edu or check with your agent representative. Download 1 the application form for the country you are applying to.
Complete and submit your application form together with all your certifcates and transcripts for your academic and English language results to: [email protected] or submit via your agent 2 representative.
3 Accept offer and pay relevant tuition fees.
Make arrangements for your visa, fights and accommodation - and prepare for the start of your 4 career in Creative Media! Please note: enrolment procedures may vary
Accreditation SAE Institute is a quality assured academic institution with a strong tradition of innovation and expertise and a proven track record internationally. SAE Institute not only enjoys recognition in the sector as a leading educator of media professionals, it also enjoys government and institutional accreditation in many of the territories it operates in including a strong collaborative relationship with Middlesex University in the United Kingdom. Many of SAE Institute’s international campuses are Middlesex University validated degree centres. In Australia the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations has approved SAE Institute as a Higher Education Provider, degree awarding body.
We are nationally accredited in the USA by the accrediting bodies ACICS or ACCSC (NY, Nashville) that act under the US Department of Education. Regionally we are Certifed by the State of California Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education; Government licensed in Florida, Tennessee, Georgia and New York State; ACCST approved in Tennessee. In New Zealand we are a government approved and accredited Institution, Case Trust education provider in Singapore; Government approved University in Dubai and SAE Institute is licensed in all other territories as applicable.
Recognition of prior learning If you have previously commenced study elsewhere or have relevant work experience, it may be possible for you to gain Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL), meaning you may get credit for certain units of study. Please contact the Academic Coordinator at your local campus for further information.
Students under 18 years of age In most SAE Institute campuses, international students seeking admission must be at least 18 years of age on or before the frst day of orientation on- campus. Some campuses allow students to commence aged 17 years. In these cases, students must make necessary arrangements to satisfy applicable visa conditions and any local regulatory requirements. Please consult your chose SAE Institute campus or your education agent for further information.
Orientation Prior to the commencement of your course, you are welcomed to campus life and given an orientation.
International education agents SAE Institute has registered international agents around the globe to assist students in applying to study and securing a student visa.
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