Music Recording and Production Techniques introduces students to the theoretical and practical fundamentals of professional-level music recording in a large studio environment. Techniques of music recording and production differ according to musical intention and aesthetic direction, and as such, students are provided with the opportunity to develop their individual music production skill sets within the course and project parameters. Students are taught a range of perspectives on capturing, routing, processing, editing and mixing music. Additionally, students learn to critically engage in discussions and debates on current issues affecting music and recording. Learning and teaching activities include lectures, tutorials, studio workshops, discussions, practical lab workshops and critical listening seminars.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- understand and define key theoretical concepts and principles pertaining to music production in a recording studio environment;
- critically reflect on music industry debates on music recording technologies and techniques;
- analyse the sonic characteristics of music using correct technical terminologies; and
- demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively and inclusively in a group context in a recording studio environment.
Work Integrated Learning
Simulation/Virtual
This course gives students real world experience working in a professional recording studio on a series of projects preparing them for potential placement or employment.
Indicative Assessment
- Exegesis (30) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Music Recording Project (40) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Quiz (30) [LO 1,2,3]
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Workload
130 hours of total student learning time made up from:
a) 36 hours of contact over 12 weeks of lectures, studio/laboratory workshops and seminars; and
b) 94 hours of independent student research, reading and writing.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
Available via Wattle
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 12
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are a domestic graduate coursework student with a Domestic Tuition Fee (DTF) place or international student you will be required to pay course tuition fees (see below). Course tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $4020 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $5580 |
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Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7502 | 21 Jul 2025 | 28 Jul 2025 | 31 Aug 2025 | 24 Oct 2025 | In Person | N/A |