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Get a fully accredited Cert IV in Music and specialise in Entertainment Business Management, Studio Music Production or Live Music Performance.

Graduate with a nationally recognised qualification designed to get you industry-ready.

✅ Choose Your Path:

- Music Production (Studio) - Blended (online + face-to-face.)
- Entertainment Business Management - 100% Online or Blended.
- Live Music Performance - Blended (online + face-to-face.)

✅ Learn in partnership with Oxford Art Factory, one of Sydney’s most iconic live music venues.

✅ Our signature 'Define Artistic Direction' unit is designed for artists or managers seeking to refine sonic identity and build creative artistic judgement. Explore artistic integrity vs commercial viability in one powerful subject that isn't offered anywhere else!

✅ Get Real-World Experience – Refine your skills using industry-standard equipment within a fully operating recording studio and live music venue.

✅ Flexible Payment Options – Pay upfront or as you go. Austudy and Abstudy approved!

Master Entertainment Business

Our Entertainment Business Management course will give you the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricate landscape of the music industry. Whether you dream of working for a record label, managing artists, curating live events, or driving the success of music-related ventures, this course is for you.

Developed in consultation with industry, this course focuses on project-based learning aligned with real-world applications. Develop an entrepreneurial mindset and apply skills and knowledge across the five music industry sectors: Creation, Distribution, Publishing, Management, & Events.

Graduate with a nationally recognised qualification - Cert IV in Music (Entertainment Business Management).

Master The Recording Studio

Our Music Production (Studio) course offers a blend of theory and hands-on experience in the art of editing and mixing sound using industry-standard software, including Pro Tools, Alberton, Logic, and Reaper, within diverse musical contexts.

This course teaches you the intricate process of recording, editing, and mixing music. Whether you're a budding producer, audio engineer, musician, or songwriter, you'll find a wealth of knowledge and practical skills to fuel your passion.

Graduate with a nationally recognised qualification - Cert IV in Music (Music Production).

Master Live Performance

Our Live Music Performance course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to excel in live performance. Whether you're a budding musician seeking to hone your talents or a seasoned performer looking to refine your craft, this course is for you!

Developed in close consultation with industry professionals, and using Oxford Art Factory as your campus, this course is not just about theory. Learn intonation, tuning, blend and balance, tone, style, dynamics, articulation, phrasing, expression, and posture.

Graduate with a nationally recognised qualification - Cert IV in Music (Performance).

Every Oxford Creative Academy student can access music industry resources in our 360-degree creative hub designed for artists, bands, managers, music entrepreneurs, producers, and songwriters.

Regardless of which speciality you choose, all students have the opportunity to:

PERFORM - Perform in our bi-monthly emerging artist showcase held at Oxford Art Factory. If you’re more of a behind-the-scenes person, work on any aspect of this event, from promotion to event management.

PRODUCE - Define your sound with hands-on artist development & learn how to produce your strongest work in the studio.

RELEASE - Access label and distribution services to release your music or work with emerging artists to release theirs with no upfront costs.

LEARN - Study a fully accredited, nationally recognised Cert IV in Music.

NETWORK - You’ll also get free entry to 4 gigs at Oxford Art Factory every month because we know how being amongst the action is super important for your professional development and networking opportunities.