COURSE GUIDE 2019 INTERNATIONAL EDITION - Collarts
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME TO COLLARTS 1 INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS 3 INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE 4 COURSE INFORMATION AUDIO ENGINEERING 5-6 COMEDY 7-8 CONTENT CREATION 9 - 10 ENTERTAINMENT JOURNALISM 13 - 14 ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT 15 - 16 FASHION MARKETING 19 - 20 INTERIOR DESIGN 21 - 22 MUSIC PERFORMANCE 23 - 24 MUSIC PRODUCTION 25 - 26 CAMPUS CULTURE 29 - 30 OUR CAMPUSES 31 VISIT US 32 OUR LEADERS 33 - 34 FAQ 37 - 38 EXPERIENCE COLLARTS 39 FEES & COURSES 40 “Without Collarts, I would not be where I am today. The degrees, opportunities and experience the college offers is something I couldn’t have received at any other university.” ⁄ ASH DE LA PLAZA Booking Agent at One Hit Agency, Collarts Entertainment Management Graduate
WELCOME TO COLLARTS Ben O’Hara Collarts Dean Collarts is a dynamic, independent tertiary education college focused on creating real career pathways into the creative sector for students. We aim to provide the best education in the field, with courses delivered by experts who are current industry leaders and practitioners. By offering a hands-on, collaborative approach to learning, our college strives to support those who want to succeed in the creative and entertainment industries, both nationally and internationally. Throughout their education, students are given opportunities to gain industry experience at music and arts festivals, entertainment venues, recording studios, radio stations, and with brands, events and organisations that are at the forefront of contemporary culture. We pride ourselves on creating a comfortable environment and a thriving community for all students. At Collarts, students have access to a range of support services to help them succeed, providing assistance with enrolment, academic skills, and wellbeing and counselling support. “The best thing about studying at Collarts is being surrounded At Collarts we put our students first and we look forward to welcoming you into our community. by a group of people who are all incredibly passionate and eager to learn and improve their skills.” Ben O’Hara ⁄ GABRIELLE PARKER Collarts Dean Music Performance Student 1
INDUSTRY “Collarts has definitely encouraged me to get out in the industry and not be afraid to step forward. INTERNATIONAL “Getting out of home and getting to do things I wouldn’t usually get to do has broadened my PARTNERSHIPS I’ve been able to speak to people who have EXPERIENCE horizons. When it comes to my studies, learning been in the industry a long time and have a lot of things from a different perspective has been experience. ” incredible.” ⁄ RHYS HAUGHTON Audio Engineering Student ⁄ ASHLEE BARR Entertainment Management Student, Drexel Exchange Recipient Collarts provides students with unique opportunities to study abroad, through student exchange programs, international workshops and partnerships. Students are able to network and collaborate with other talented students from all over the world as they come together to rehearse, exchange ideas and create music with their international peers. TAKE YOUR STUDIES ABROAD: ⁄ Spend a trimester studying abroad at Drexel University in Philadelphia, USA Collarts focuses on giving students real-life industry experiences so that they are ⁄ Take part in an intensive International Band and Business Camp career-ready when they graduate. Collarts supports students in a variety of ways, from overseas exchange programs and international summer camps, to interstate conference ⁄ Be selected for Songwriter Week at Popakademie, Germany attendance, sought after internships and hands-on experience at major festivals. ⁄ Participate in exchange experiences with students from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee and Communication University China (CUC) in Beijing ⁄ Join the AV team at the Retail Global Conference in Las Vegas OUR INDUSTRY OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE: ⁄ Having your music professionally recorded and produced with the Collarts Music: Career Meet Mahran Majid and Yazan Saif Start Scholarship Have you ever wondered what it’s like to leave ⁄ Working alongside industry professionals at Melbourne Fashion Week, Falls Festival, your homeland and follow your passions? Groovin The Moo, UNIFY Gathering, Paradise Festival, A Hitch To The Sticks Music Festival and more For Collarts music students Mahran Majid ⁄ Attending the Big Sound Conference in Brisbane and Yazan Saif, moving away from the beauty of the Maldives gave them the courage and ⁄ Broadcasting on Melbourne’s youth radio station, SYN FM inspiration to focus on music in a way they ⁄ Working with Love Police, Australia’s premiere tour merchandising company never knew possible. Performing for Cultural ⁄ Interning at a variety of labels, brands and management companies across Melbourne Diversity Week at Collarts, Zan and Mahran performed a Maldivian song in Dhivehi, the ⁄ Volunteering at The Age Music Victoria Awards language commonly spoken on the islands. ⁄ Live performance opportunities at Groovin The Moo, UNIFY Gathering, Peel Street Festival, A Hitch To The Sticks and more “Collarts has helped me realise my passions… ⁄ Get hands-on experience running fashion shows, coordinating gallery events or working to see everything Collarts has is just as part of decor team for major Melbourne events breathtaking,” shared Mahran. 3 4
AUDIO If you dream of a career as an Audio Producer, Studio Engineer, Studio Manager, Mastering Engineer, Live WHAT YOU ENGINEERING Sound Technician, Radio Producer, or if you want to WILL STUDY work as a Stage Technician or as a Post-Production Specialist for film and television, this course is for you. RECORDING STUDIO LIVE SOUND POST AUDIO INDUSTRY FIRST YEAR TECHNIQUES REINFORCEMENT PRODUCTION THEORY AWARENESS TRIMESTER 1 Mixing Basic Mix with Video Fundamentals Critical Thinking Analogue PA of Audio and Mixing and Sound Diploma 2 Solo Recording Digital Desk Voiceovers, Theory and Critical Survey and Working and PA Sound Design History with Musicians and Studio Etiquette Small Group Medium PA Sound Design Acoustics Fundamentals 3 Recording and Wireless Setups for Computer Games + Alternative DAWs and Critical Listening of Music Performance + Elective 1 Our Audio Engineering degree focuses on teaching students the fundamentals of audio production and then developing their skills in a variety of fields, including live sound, SECOND YEAR recording, producing and post production. TRIMESTER You will be taught and mentored by experienced industry experts who are currently 1 Mastering Large Scale PA Foley, ADR and Audio Entertainment working as live sound technicians, producers, and post-production specialists. You will Design, Audio Repair / Electronics Industry work with analogue and digital equipment in our cutting-edge facilities. You will master Implementation Recovery Practices a variety of software and learn in small-sized classes so that you finish the degree with a and Tuning + Elective 2 Bachelor Degree wealth of hands-on experience. 2 Large Track Large System Surround Audio Group Project Audio Engineering students also work closely with students from other courses to gain a Count Recording Engineering Production Systems + Elective 3 well-rounded understanding of processes involved in the music industry. and Overdubs and Tuning Workflow and Formats OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES 3 Self Directed Self Directed New and Industry ⁄ Get real life experience through our ⁄ Explore new audio and music Project 1 Project 2 Emerging Placement industry partnerships and placements technologies Technologies ⁄ Create professional-quality ⁄ Complete your bachelor degree in recordings two years instead of the standard ⁄ Manage live audio production to a three professional standard ⁄ Study in our world-class recording ⁄ Learn from industry experts and studios, performance spaces and collaborate with students from other classrooms across two campuses, creative courses with online study options soon available ⁄ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard ⁄ FEE-HELP available to eligible three students (no upfront fees) ⁄ Develop specialist studio recording ⁄ Learn more at collarts.edu.au/ and post-production skills audioengineering START YOUR CAREER SOONER WITH AN IMMERSIVE EDUCATION THAT ALLOWS YOU TO GRADUATE WITH A: “What separates Collarts from other music institutions is that it constantly remains ⁄ achelor of Arts (Audio Production) B ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Audio Production) Two years full-time study Two trimesters full-time study current. The facilities are excellent and the contacts you gain are priceless.” ⁄ BILLY PSAROLOGOS Audio Technician at Deluxe Audio, Collarts Audio Engineering Graduate 5 6
COMEDY If you dream of a career as a Stand Up Comedian, Writer or WHAT YOU Producer, working in Film and TV, Radio, Internet, Performing Arts or Podcasting, this course is for you. WILL STUDY MATERIAL INDUSTRY FIRST YEAR THEORY PERFORMANCE CREATION PRODUCTION TRIMESTER 1 Theories of Humour Acting Foundations Devising for Performance Critical Thinking Diploma 2 Intercultural History of Comedy Creating a Character Writing Comedy for Live Solo Performance The Self-Producing Comedian 3 Comedy Genres Live Comedic Acting Writing Comedy Publicity & for Live Ensemble Promotions The Bachelor of Dramatic Arts (Comedy) is ideal for students wanting to work in the Performance comedic side of the arts and entertainment industries. You will be taught and mentored by industry experts who are currently working within SECOND YEAR many sectors of the industry including theatre, film, television, radio and podcasting. With a focus on comedy performance, comedy writing, production, and entrepreneurship, you TRIMESTER 1 will gain the knowledge and skills to develop and manage a career in the entertainment Radical Comedies Directing Comedy Writing Comedy Live Production industry. for Audio Collarts offers students a variety of real-life industry experiences so that they are career Bachelor Degree ready when they graduate. Students have the opportunity to create a comedy portfolio showcase, as well as partaking in overseas exchange programs, sought after internships and hands-on experience. You will also work closely with students from other courses to gain a well-rounded understanding of the arts and entertainment industries. 2 Screen Comedy Comedic Acting for Screen Writing Comedy for Screen Screen Production OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES ⁄ Create, produce and promote shows and live performances ⁄ Collaborate on industry projects with students from other courses 3 Capstone Creative Project Creative Arts Business ⁄ Develop an in-depth understanding ⁄ Complete your degree in two years of comedy creation, production and instead of the standard three publicity ⁄ Study in our world-class creative ⁄ Gain knowledge and experience in spaces and classrooms across four performance and comedic arts campuses ⁄ Get valuable insight into the ⁄ FEE-HELP available to eligible entertainment industry from students experienced teachers, and access (no upfront fees) career pathways through our industry ⁄ Learn more at collarts.edu.au/ partnerships and placements comedy START YOUR CAREER SOONER WITH AN IMMERSIVE EDUCATION THAT ALLOWS YOU TO GRADUATE WITH A: ⁄ achelor of Dramatic Arts (Comedy) B ⁄ Diploma of Dramatic Arts (Comedy) Two years full-time study Two trimesters full-time study 7 8
CONTENT If you dream of a career as an Interactive Media Manager, Videographer, Online Publisher, Media Producer, Social WHAT YOU CREATION Media Manager, Content Marketer or Digital Project WILL STUDY Manager, this course is for you. PROFESSIONAL INDUSTRY FIRST YEAR THEORY PRACTICAL PRACTICE AWARENESS TRIMESTER 1 Digital Design Copywriting Behavioural Critical Thinking + Studio Workshop + Studio Workshop Psychology + Studio Workshop Diploma 2 Information Digital Photography Content Strategy Critical Survey Communication & + Studio Workshop + Studio Workshop Technology + Studio Workshop The Bachelor of Arts (Content Creation) is perfect for students who want to be content 3 designers and creators for the media, arts, music, film, fashion and other creative Narrative and Video Production Brand Experience Applied Media Storytelling + Studio Workshop + Studio Workshop Production 1 industries. + Studio Workshop You will be taught and mentored by industry experts who are currently working as content producers, online media producers, media project managers and digital executives. You will undertake fundamental units in content strategy, web design, SECOND YEAR videography, graphic design, photography and copywriting, alongside subjects in brand TRIMESTER strategy and user experience. Students will work with real clients in a studio environment 1 Contemporary Web Design User Experience Applied Media to develop industry relationships and their own portfolio of work. Art, Design & + Studio Workshop Production 2 + Studio Workshop Cultural History Students will graduate with a well-rounded understanding of the content creation and + Studio Workshop Bachelor Degree marketing industries in Australia and overseas. OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES ⁄ Create professional-quality digital content for a variety of platforms ⁄ Work with real clients in a studio environment and develop industry 2 Design Thinking + Studio Workshop Audio Storytelling + Studio Workshop Project Management + Studio Workshop Group Project + Elective ⁄ Gain an in-depth understanding of relationships 3 Relevant Disruption Mobile Social Media Industry Placement digital marketing and project ⁄ Learn from industry experts and and Global Development & Community (120 hours) management collaborate with students from other Engagement + Studio Workshop Management creative courses + Studio Workshop + Studio Workshop ⁄ Develop an understanding of social media strategy and content ⁄ Complete your bachelor degree in distribution two years instead of the standard ⁄ Learn practical skills in software three applications such as Photoshop and ⁄ Study in our world-class studios, InDesign creative spaces and classrooms ⁄ Develop your own portfolio of video, across three campuses, with online graphic design and photographic study options soon available Meet Mel Kulinski content ⁄ FEE-HELP available to eligible Passionate about working in the industry at a ⁄ Learn how to write and edit students (no upfront fees) professional level, Content Creation student professional online content ⁄ Learn more at collarts.edu.au/ Mel Kulinski loves the variety of opportunities contentcreation available to her at Collarts. START YOUR CAREER SOONER WITH AN IMMERSIVE EDUCATION THAT ALLOWS YOU TO “Content Creation has so many different GRADUATE WITH A: avenues and can take you so many different places, so it’d be hard not to find something ⁄ achelor of Arts (Content Creation) B ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Content Creation) that you want to do. If you’ve already got an Two years full-time study Two trimesters full-time study interest in content, then it’s just about getting in there and start doing what resonates with you.” 9 10
“The best part about studying at Collarts would definitely be working with other passionate people. It’s great to see how projects evolve and how much better they become when you have the feedback of others.” ⁄ MICHAEL BARBAGALLO Collarts Audio Engineering Graduate
ENTERTAINMENT If you dream of a career as a Journalist, Editor, Podcaster, Videographer, Mobile WHAT YOU “Without Collarts, I would not have found the confidence to pursue my passions in journalism. JOURNALISM Journalist. Social Media Manager, Blogger or WILL STUDY Collarts challenged me to go above and beyond, Entertainment Publicist, this course is for you. rewarding me with real life industry experience, newfound career direction and personal flair.” ⁄ ERIN DICK Award-winning Radio Producer/Digital Content Creative, Collarts Entertainment Journalism Graduate The Diploma of Entertainment Journalism is ideal for students wanting to work in journalism and media for the entertainment industries. You will be taught and mentored by industry experts who are currently working as entertainment journalists, bloggers and social media managers. You will also learn from TRIMESTER those who write for print and online entertainment magazines and publications. 1 Foundations of Video and Public Relations Media Industries You will undertake fundamental units such as feature writing, social media, video and Entertainment Digital Practice Today digital journalism, as well as entertainment, lifestyle, fashion, music, performance Journalism Journalism and screen journalism. Collarts also offers students a variety of real-life industry experiences so that they are 2 Entertainment, Social Media Feature Writing Media Law career-ready when they graduate. Students graduate with a well-rounded understanding Lifestyle and and Journalism and Ethics Fashion Journalism of the media industry in Australia and overseas. 3 OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES Freelance Mobile Music, Performance, Industry Journalism and Journalism: Screen and Placement ⁄ Discover journalism across music, ⁄ Get hands-on experience interviewing Entrepreneurship Video and Radio Journalism fashion, film, television and lifestyle musicians, fashion editors and more ⁄ Develop your research, writing and ⁄ Secure valuable insight into the communication skills entertainment industry and access ⁄ Understand best practice in the career pathways current media landscape ⁄ Study in our world-class studios, ⁄ Expand your knowledge and creative spaces and classrooms Meet Jemma Hollway experience in video and digital across three campuses, with online study options soon available As an Entertainment Journalism student, journalism Jemma Hollway has gained hands-on ⁄ Gain an in-depth understanding of ⁄ FEE-HELP available to eligible experience at a range of events and music publicity, social media and feature students (no upfront fees) festivals. writing ⁄ Learn more at collarts.edu.au/ entertainmentjournalism “The beauty of going to Collarts is that there are constant opportunities around you all the START YOUR CAREER SOONER WITH AN IMMERSIVE EDUCATION THAT ALLOWS YOU TO time. All you have to do is rock up to be a GRADUATE WITH A: part of them! I found I was most inspired and produced the best work when I was on board ⁄ Diploma of Entertainment Journalism things like Falls Festival and A Hitch To The Three trimesters full-time study Sticks because I was working in a real industry workplace and learning so much from that.” 13 14
ENTERTAINMENT If you dream of a career as an Artist Manager, Tour Manager, Event Manager, Festival Organiser, WHAT YOU MANAGEMENT Booking Agent, Publicist, Venue Manager or WILL STUDY if you want to work at a record label in A&R, Marketing or Publicity, this course is for you. APPLIED INDUSTRY FIRST YEAR MANAGEMENT MARKETING ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARENESS TRIMESTER 1 Introduction to Introduction to Introduction to Critical Thinking Entertainment Marketing, Entertainment Management Communications Business Law and Branding Diploma 2 Copyright Management Event Management Theory Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship Critical Survey 3 Entertainment Publicity and Applied Event Fundamentals of Economics & Promotions Management Music Performance The Entertainment Management degree is ideal for students wanting to work in the Management + Elective 1 business and management side of the music and entertainment industries. Finance You will be taught and mentored by industry experts who are currently working within many sectors of the industry including management, publicity, music festivals, touring SECOND YEAR companies and record labels. With a focus on the logistical side of the creative industries, you will undertake fundamental units such as business strategy and law, marketing, TRIMESTER 1 economics, finance, publicity, music publishing, and event management. Business Structures Consumer Applied Artist Audio Production and Organisational Behaviour/CRM Management Concepts Collarts offers students a variety of real-life industry experiences so that they are career- Behaviour + Elective 2 ready when they graduate. Through our industry partnerships with Laneway Festival, Bachelor Degree UNIFY Gathering, Paradise Music Festival and more, students have opportunities to 2 apply their business and management studies by partaking in overseas exchange Business Strategy Marketing Research Applied Rights Group Project programs, scholarship opportunities at Bigsound and sought after internships and hands- & Design Thinking Management + Elective 3 on experience at major festivals. You will also work closely with students from other courses to gain a well-rounded understanding of the business side of the entertainment 3 industries. International Music Funding for the Applied Business Industry Placement Business Creative Arts Management / OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES Management New Venture ⁄ Manage, promote and produce events ⁄ Get valuable insight into the ⁄ Develop an in-depth understanding of entertainment industry from publicity, marketing and the media experienced teachers, and access career pathways through our industry ⁄ Gain knowledge and experience in partnerships and placements artist and tour management ⁄ Complete your degree in two years ⁄ Collaborate on industry projects with instead of the standard three students from other courses ⁄ FEE-HELP available to eligible ⁄ Study in our world-class studios, students (no upfront fees) creative spaces and classrooms across three campuses, with online ⁄ Learn more at collarts.edu.au/ study options soon available entertainmentmanagement START YOUR CAREER SOONER WITH AN IMMERSIVE EDUCATION THAT ALLOWS YOU TO “The best part about the diversity of the jobs that I’ve been able to do, is being able GRADUATE WITH A: to apply the professional skills I’ve worked hard to develop, in different ways. I love ⁄ achelor of Applied Business B ⁄ Diploma of Applied Business that each time I enter into a slightly different role within an event or festival, I am able (Entertainment Management) (Entertainment Management) Two years full-time study Two trimesters full-time study to adapt and learn.” ⁄ CLAIRE MCKENZIE Collarts Entertainment Management Graduate 15 16
“Collarts is a great institution that not only offers courses with a diverse range of career pathways, but also gives its students a great sense of community and belonging. Whether it’s a spontaneous jam session or industry experience that motivates and challenges you, Collarts has it all.” ⁄ ERIN BRIDSON Collarts Entertainment Management Graduate
FASHION If you dream of a career as a Fashion Brand Manager, Visual Merchandiser, Buyer, Fashion Blogger, Wholesale WHAT YOU MARKETING Account Manager, Stylist, Fashion Publicist, Event Manager WILL STUDY or Creative Director, this course is for you. FASHION FASHION FASHION INDUSTRY FIRST YEAR FUNDAMENTALS MARKETING ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARENESS TRIMESTER 1 History of Introduction to Introduction to Critical Thinking Fashion Communications Business Basics Movements and Branding Diploma 2 The New Fashion Influencers Introduction to Marketing Business Strategy and Design Thinking Critical Survey 3 Applied Computer-Aided Design Fashion Sales and Marketing – Digital Culture E-commerce and Management Finance Styling 1 The Bachelor of Applied Business (Fashion Marketing) is ideal for anyone who wants to work in the fashion industry in styling, event management, marketing and business. SECOND YEAR You will be taught and mentored by industry experts who are currently working within TRIMESTER 1 major brands, fashion houses and agencies. With an emphasis on fashion business, Fashion Consumer Introduction to Styling 2 you will undertake fundamental units such as the history of fashion, styling, fashion Merchandising 1 Behaviour/CRM Business Law merchandising, entrepreneurship and Marketing & PR. Bachelor Degree Students graduate with a well-rounded understanding of the fashion industry, both 2 in Australia and internationally. Fashion Publicity and PR Introduction to Careers Development Merchandising 2 Creative OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES Entrepreneurship ⁄ Work on industry projects with fashion ⁄ Gain knowledge and experience 3 designers and brands in fashion business and entrepreneurship Merchandising Event Management Entrepreneurship Industry Placement ⁄ Learn practical skills in fashion – Capstone Project – Capstone Project – Capstone Project merchandising, styling and trend ⁄ Develop your own industry-ready forecasting portfolio of creative projects ⁄ Get hands-on experience running ⁄ Complete your degree in two years fashion shows, installations and instead of the standard three gallery events ⁄ Study in our studio-style campus in ⁄ Gain an in-depth understanding of the heart of Melbourne’s fashion marketing, publicity and social media district, with online study options soon ⁄ Get valuable insight into the fashion available industry and access career pathways ⁄ FEE-HELP available to eligible through our industry partnerships and students (no upfront fees) placements ⁄ Learn more at collarts.edu.au/ fashionmarketing START YOUR CAREER SOONER WITH AN IMMERSIVE EDUCATION THAT ALLOWS YOU TO GRADUATE WITH: “I’m really enjoying meeting like-minded people who share the same kind of ideas ⁄ Bachelor of Applied Business ⁄ Diploma of Applied Business as me. I’ve always been interested in Fashion but since doing this course, it’s the first (Fashion Marketing) (Fashion Marketing) Two years full-time study Two trimesters full-time study time I’ve actually envisioned myself working in the industry.” ⁄ KARABO TLOKOTSI Fashion Marketing Student 19 20
INTERIOR If you dream of a career as a Residential or Commercial Interior Designer, Exhibition Designer, Kitchen and Bathroom WHAT YOU DESIGN Designer or Rendering Specialist, this course is for you. WILL STUDY PRACTICAL DESIGN INDUSTRY FIRST YEAR DESIGN THEORY APPLICATION COMMUNICATION AWARENESS TRIMESTER 1 Creative Theory Colour Exploration Design Drawing 1 Critical Thinking Diploma 2 Design Movements Material Exploration Design Drawing 2 Digital Integration The Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design) is ideal for students wanting to work in the interior design industry in spatial design, creative management, communication and business. 3 Regional Design Culture Systems and Assembly Computer Aided Design 1 Design Entrepreneurship Students can study online, on campus or mixed with access to all of Collarts’ campus SECOND YEAR facilities, where you will be taught and mentored by industry experts from Mercer School of Interior of Design (a division of Australian College of the Arts) who are currently TRIMESTER working within major brands, design studios and architectural firms. You will undertake fundamental units such as: the history of design, creative theory, material exploration, entrepreneurship and digital integration. 1 Design for Environments Design Studio 1 Computer Aided Design 2 Global Industry and Careers Bachelor Degree Collarts offers students a variety of real-life industry experiences so that they are 2 career-ready when they graduate. Through our industry partnerships, students have Design for Design Studio 2 Computer Aided Portfolio opportunities to partake in a variety of real-world business experiences, gaining access to Experience Design 3 Development industry connections through internships and placements. Students will graduate with a well-rounded understanding of the interior design industry, both in Australia and internationally. OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES 3 Design for Humanity (Capstone) Design Studio 3 Emerging Design (Capstone) Emerging Technologies (Capstone) Industry Placement (120 hours) ⁄ Work on industry projects with interior ⁄ Gain knowledge and experience designers and brand leaders in interior design practices and ⁄ Learn and apply practical skills in entrepreneurship creative interior design and ⁄ Complete your degree in two years conceptualisation instead of the standard three ⁄ Gain hands-on experience in design ⁄ Study online, on campus, or mixed, technologies, events and installations with access to all of Collarts’ campus ⁄ Acquire an in-depth understanding of facilities design culture, creative theory and ⁄ FEE-HELP available to eligible students history (no upfront fees) ⁄ Develop an industry-relevant portfolio ⁄ Learn more at collarts.edu.au/ IN COLLABORATION WITH MERCER SCHOOL OF INTERIOR DESIGN of creative projects interiordesign Mercer School of Interior Design offers students the opportunity to experience the industry up-close through local and international study experiences, providing all of the essential skills for a successful career in design. START YOUR CAREER SOONER WITH AN IMMERSIVE EDUCATION THAT ALLOWS YOU TO GRADUATE WITH A: Dedicated to creating and shaping the next wave of interior design, their studio-style space and small class sizes guarantee that students receive the first-hand guidance they need for a successful future in the field. ⁄ achelor of Arts (Interior Design) B ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Interior Design) Two years full-time study Two trimesters full-time study The Collarts Bachelor of Interior Design is a recognised course of the Design Institute of Australia (DIA) 21 22
MUSIC If you dream of a career as a Songwriter, Recording Artist, Session Musician, or if you want to work as a WHAT YOU PERFORMANCE Music Director, Composer, Music Teacher or Music WILL STUDY Arranger, this course is for you. TECHNIQUES MUSIC HARMONY AND ENSEMBLE HISTORY AND AURAL INDUSTRY FIRST YEAR STYLES PERFORMANCE AND ANALYSIS STUDIES AWARENESS TRIMESTER 1 Introduction Foundations 1 The Materials Chart Writing Critical Thinking to Music of Music Technology* Diploma 2 Songwriting Skills* Foundations 2 Western Music Harmony Critical Survey The Music Performance degree balances creative, technical and industry-related skills, 3 Improvisation* Music Direction 1 Popular Music 1850 - 1950 Counterpoint Industry Practices + Elective 1 with a focus on contemporary music performance and songwriting. SECOND YEAR Working closely with our ARIA award-winning teaching staff plus a wide range of industry TRIMESTER professionals, you will extensively develop your ability in solo and collaborative music performance, music analysis, songwriting and technical musicianship. Music Performance students choose one area of specialisation: vocal, instrumental or 1 Music Styles* Music Direction 2 Contemporary Music 1950 - Present Arranging for Ensembles Production Concepts + Elective 2 Bachelor Degree singer/songwriter. All students are mentored in this specialisation by industry experts and also receive a one-on-one weekly lesson in their main instrument. You will also work alongside students from other courses to gain a well-rounded understanding of processes involved in the music industry. 2 Pre-Production* Professional Presentation 1 Global Music Studio Arranging Group Project + Elective 3 OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES ⁄ Craft and produce original songs ⁄ Record your own music in our studios 3 Self Directed Project* Professional Presentation 2 Australian Music Writing for the Screen Professional Portfolio or Industry ⁄ Understand and develop performance ⁄ Complete your bachelor degree in *These units include both technical at a professional level two years instead of the standard classes and workshops ⁄ Manage industry-focused projects three ⁄ Get real life experience through our ⁄ Study in our world-class studios, industry partnerships and placements creative spaces and classrooms across two campuses, with online ⁄ Develop analytical skills in relation to study options soon available music and music performance ⁄ FEE-HELP available to eligible ⁄ Learn from industry experts and students (no upfront fees) collaborate with students from other creative courses ⁄ Learn more at collarts.edu.au/ musicperformance START YOUR CAREER SOONER WITH AN IMMERSIVE EDUCATION THAT ALLOWS YOU TO GRADUATE WITH A: “Being surrounded by creatives and people that are passionate about what they do, it reinforces your passion and also momentum. To me, momentum is mindset. ⁄ achelor of Arts (Music) B ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Music) Two years full-time study Two trimesters full-time study Momentum is the head space of creating.” ⁄ NICOLAS DUQUEMIN Music Performance Student 23 24
MUSIC If you dream of a career as a Music Producer, Sound Engineer, Electronic Music Producer, Composer, DJ, WHAT YOU PRODUCTION Performer, Songwriter, Interactive & Mixed Media WILL STUDY AUDIO, MUSIC Specialist or Sound Designer, this course is for you. MUSIC & BUSINESS RECORDING MUSIC PRODUCTION & THEORY STUDIO PERFORMANCE COMPOSITION (PRODUCTION INDUSTRY FIRST YEAR TECHNIQUES AND DIRECTION TECHNOLOGY THEORY) AWARENESS TRIMESTER 1 Mixing and Ensemble Composing The Critical Thinking Studio Rehearsal and Fundamentals of Foundations & Direction 1 Sequencing Sound and Music Diploma 2 Solo Recording Technology in Creative Microphone Critical Survey & Working with Performance 1 Software and Music: Musicians Practice Theory & History The Bachelor of Arts (Music Production) combines performance, technology, 3 composition, audio and industry skills to deliver a multifaceted music education. Whether Small Group Ensemble Sound Design: Advanced Basic Live Sound you are just starting out or you are an experienced producer, songwriter, DJ, performer or Recording Rehearsal Music for image Critical Listening + Elective 1 engineer, this course provides you with comprehensive practical skills and knowledge to & Direction 2 make a career in the industry. You will be trained and mentored by industry experts who are currently working as music SECOND YEAR producers, audio professionals, recording artists and music creators, as well as learning from artist managers, studio engineers, and live sound technicians. You will master a TRIMESTER 1 variety of software applications and be mentored in small sized classes, undertaking Large-Scale Technology in Remixing & Introduction to Management for fundamental units in audio recording, digital audio workstations, music performance, Production Performance 2 Arranging Creative Music Producers Entrepreneurship + Elective 2 digital and electronic instruments, music technology and music business management. Business Bachelor Degree Music Production students also work closely with students from other courses to gain a 2 well-rounded understanding of processes involved in the music industry. Mastering Instrumental Producing Creativity and Group Project Performance 1 + Different Intellectual + Elective 3 OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES Electronic Music Styles Property Performance 1 Management ⁄ Gain comprehensive knowledge ⁄ Master studio recording techniques about music production Recording Studio Instrumental Music and Client Relations Industry Placement 3 ⁄ Learn from industry experts and Techniques: Self- Performance 1 + Composition & Psychology for Portfolio ⁄ Learn practical skills in software collaborate with students from other Directed Project Electronic Music Technology: Producers and applications; Ableton Live, Logic X creative courses Performance 2 Self-Directed Musicians and Pro Tools ⁄ Complete your bachelor degree in Production ⁄ Collaborate with other students and two years instead of the standard perform live with technology three ⁄ Explore new and emerging music ⁄ Study in our world-class recording Meet Ruby Bourne production techniques and studios, performance spaces and We’re always celebrating our students and the work technologies classrooms across two campuses, they create. As part of the Collarts Mix Competition led ⁄ Enhance songwriting, recording and with online study options soon by Tommy Rando (Music Production Program Leader), performance skills available students were encouraged to submit an original track ⁄ Create a portfolio of music with ⁄ FEE-HELP available to eligible of any genre to be judged by a panel. artistic direction students (no upfront fees) ⁄ Learn more at collarts.edu.au/ Music Production student Ruby Bourne won with her ⁄ Learn business and entrepreneurial track ‘Omnipresent’ — recorded under her moniker skills for the music industry musicproduction Ruby Lou — noting, “this wasn’t just a competition, it START YOUR CAREER SOONER WITH AN IMMERSIVE EDUCATION THAT ALLOWS YOU TO was a celebration… it has encouraged me to share my GRADUATE WITH A: music more and the fact that it’s appreciated means the world to me.” ⁄ Bachelor of Arts (Music Production) ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Music Production) Two years full-time study Two trimesters full-time study Ruby has also been selected to represent Collarts at the Popakademie Songwriter Week in Germany. 25 26
“The level of connection I feel at Collarts is overwhelming. I feel truly connected to the community after coming from a traditional university and being one of however many thousands of students.” ⁄ ANNIEMAE GOLDRING Entertainment Management Student
CAMPUS Collarts has a thriving campus culture that is both “Collarts has been an amazing journey for me. The support and encouragement that I have received from staff and students alike is rare and unlike any other community supportive and engaging. By encouraging CULTURE communication and collaboration across courses, that I have been a part of. I am never discouraged whenever I share crazy ideas.” ⁄ SARAH BARADHI Audio Engineering Student students have the opportunity to study with people who share their passion for creativity, and who will form a valuable network throughout their career. ORIENTATION WEEK STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL At Collarts, Orientation Week — better known as O-Week — is the perfect time for new Putting student experiences first, the Collarts Student Representative Council is a self- students to get to know each other. Each course has a dedicated Orientation Day to appointed council that liaise with Collarts staff and board members to give a voice to connect them with their peers and teachers, receive critical information, get their Student the student body. While working to represent all students in the Collarts community, the ID photos taken, learn about support services and understand what they’ll be studying. Student Representative Council also assist with key events and on-campus activations. Our widely celebrated O-Week Party also commemorates the start of a brand new trimester with a night of great live music and entertainment. STUDENT EVENTS COLLARTS RADIO Encouraging students to get involved in life at Collarts, student events are a frequent Collarts Student Radio is a podcast for students by students, featuring interviews occurrence at all campuses. From holding industry talks to charity karaoke matches, with music industry professionals about topical issues in the music industry. Hosted every event focuses on providing invaluable, hands-on industry experience while making and produced by students, Collarts Student Radio also involves the skills of Audio new friends. New students are encouraged to attend and partake in student events, with Engineering students to ensure quality while chatting with the industry’s best. many opportunities to get involved at every stage. 29 30
OUR VISIT US CAMPUSES Students learn across four incredible inner-city campuses located in Fitzroy and Collingwood. WELLINGTON ST CAMPUS BRUNSWICK ST CAMPUS JOHNSTO N STREET 208 Wellington St, Collingwood 209 Brunswick St, Fitzroy BRUNSWICK ST ET MOOR ST REET STANLEY WELLINGTON ST STREET ICK STRE ET TON STRE REET STREET BRUNSW STREET SMITH ST WEBB ST GEORGE REET WELLING GIPPS STRE COLLINGWOOD HODDLE ET STATION LL STREET GEORGE ST GERTRUD Our brand new campus, outfitted with Our Fitzroy-based campus is positioned CROMWE E STREET CROMWELL ST state-of-the-art recording studios and centrally on Brunswick St, deep in the LANGRIDG E STREET performance equipment, as well as an heart of Melbourne’s live music scene. auditorium, computer labs, classrooms, The campus features ultramodern music post-production facilities, rehearsal studios and rehearsal rooms, loaded rooms, library and study areas. with world class recording equipment VICTORIA and instruments. PARADE CROMWELL ST CAMPUS GEORGE ST CAMPUS CAMPUSES 67-69 Cromwell St, Collingwood 2/156 George St, Fitzroy ⁄ Wellington St Campus 208 Wellington St, Collingwood ⁄ Cromwell St Campus TO THE 67-69 Cromwell St, Collingwood CITY ⁄ Brunswick St Campus 209 Brunswick St, Fitzroy ⁄ George St Campus 2/156 George St, Fitzroy PUBLIC TRANSPORT ACCESSIBILITY ⁄ Closest Tram lines: All buildings have wheelchair access Our Cromwell St campus is based in Located in Fitzroy, Melbourne’s creative 11, 12, 86, 96, 109 and in multi-storey buildings, there are the design hub of Melbourne. With hub, our renovated warehouse campus lifts to move between floors ⁄ Closest Train stations: studio-style classroom spaces, this provides excellent classroom spaces and Collingwood, Parliament campus is an inspiring learning facilities. Students can gain inspiration environment with an industry-standard from Fitzroy’s artistic community, with ⁄ Cyclists computer lab and an extensive and picturesque views across the city. All campuses are equipped with current materials library. bicycle racks 31 32
OUR TOMMY RANDO Music Production Program Leader LEADERS Tommy Rando is a chart-topping Australian performer, producer, singer-songwriter and composer. Tommy’s unique voice and impressive guitar skills have seen him work alongside some of the best Australian and international acts. His early education at the National Guitar Summer Workshop New York USA, saw BEN O’HARA Collarts Dean Tommy study with Jazz virtuoso John Scofield, Robben Ford, Lenny Stern and As the Dean of Collarts, Ben O’Hara provides leadership and oversees the academic Ernie Jackson (James Brown). Tommy has written and produced songs for Vanessa and operational running of the College. Ben has taught music industry business at a Amorosi, Australian Idol artists Lee Harding, Anthony Callea, Casey Donavan and UK number of institutions across Australia; his most recent position saw him working as the Pop Idol artist Kirsty Crawford. Head of Higher Education (Music Business) at Box Hill Institute in Melbourne. Ben has a broad range of experience in the music industry, having worked in music JASON TORRENS Audio Engineering Program Leader publishing and licensing as well as event and artist management. Ben also runs As the builder, owner and manager of Debasement Recording Studios, Jason has thebiz.com.au, an online music business resource centre and has published six worked with 100’s of clients including members from Bodyjar, You Am I and Slipknot. textbooks on the music industry. Jason is an in-demand drummer and teacher having taught students in music and DR PAUL DOORNBUSCH Associate Dean audio production across a range of ages and skill levels for over 20 years. As an endorsed drummer, he has played with dozens of artists and is currently playing in at With more than 10 years of international practice and teaching experience, Paul is least three varied musical projects, as well as doing sessions for other Melbourne acts. regarded as one of Australia’s major players in the electronic and computer music Jason is a certified Pro Tools Trainer with Expert Level qualifications for music and also scene. He is a composer, sonologist, researcher and performer who works largely with has an AVID ACSR 400 qualification. algorithmic composition systems for traditional instruments and electronics, and has been presented internationally. While he was composer in residence at the Computer Science department of the PATRICK PRICE Content Creation Program Leader University of Melbourne, Paul reconstructed and documented the music played by Having been part of the creative industries for many years, Patrick has held roles Australia’s first computer (CSIRAC) as part of his major research project. within creative direction, design, production and publishing. During this time he has worked with the Melbourne Fashion Festival, Melbourne TRACEE HUTCHISON Entertainment Journalism Program Leader Spring Fashion Week, the Caulfield Cup Carnival (Melbourne Racing Club), launched Tracee Hutchison is a high-profile Australian arts and media executive, commissioning FJORDE Magazine and FJORDE Bride to worldwide readerships, as well as cultivating editor, broadcast journalist, presenter, multi-platform producer/director and executive brand identities and creative for local and international clients. producer with over 25 years’ experience at the highest level in the Australian and international broadcast media and arts sectors. She is a board member at Music Victoria and has been an integral part of the inaugural Australian Women in Music BRUNO DUVAL Interior Design Program Leader Awards. With over 15 years combined experience in design and design education, Bruno has She has extensive work experience both nationally and internationally at JJJ, Radio held a variety of positions in leading architectural and design firms where he Australia, ABC News Radio, 774/ Melbourne, 702/Sydney, 3RRR.FM and the BBC predominantly focused on the application of design thinking, experience design, World Service. Tracee has also worked in television as a presenter, reporter, producer service design, sustainability and technology within built environments. and writer for the 7.30 Report, Sunday Arts, Rockwiz, Nomad and more. Over the last five years, Bruno specialised in leadership, strategy, learning JESSE HOOPER Music Program Leader technologies, and project management whilst delivering quality education programs in both purely online and blended environments. Jesse is a four-time ARIA award-winning songwriter and performer best known for founding the music groups Killing Heidi and The Verses. Jesse is a multi-skilled writer, producer, performer and mentor and has achieved critical and commercial success DR RACHEL MATTHEWS Fashion Marketing Program Leader internationally, winning the prestigious Australasian Performing Rights Association Rachel’s area of expertise in fashion marketing and communications is with the people, Song Writer of the Year Award and writing eight top 20 hit singles. processes and practices that influence taste in contemporary fashion. Originally from As a guitarist, he has performed in major music festivals and has toured with the likes London, she trained in fashion at Central Saint Martins and Winchester School of Art of Fleetwood Mac, Counting Crows, INXS and Midnight Oil. In the studio, Jesse has before working as a designer for companies such as Whistles, John Lewis, Next and collaborated and worked with iconic producers including Mark Opitz (INXS, AC/CD, Elle. The Divinyls), Mitchell Froom (Crowded House, The Pretenders) and John Travis (Kid As well as having worked as a Design and Marketing Consultant for fashion companies Rock, Social Distortion, Buck Cherry). overseas, Rachel has held academic positions at Chelsea College of Art (UK), Middlesex University (UK), QUT and was head of Melbourne School of Fashion for five CHRISSIE VINCENT Entertainment Management Program Leader years. With almost 40 years of experience in the music and entertainment industry, Chrissie Vincent has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including the likes of The Rolling Stones, Lenny Kravitz, David Bowie, Sex Pistols, and Australian artists and SIMON ASHFORD Animation & VFX Program Leader bands such as The Living End, Pete Murray and Tim Rogers. Simon began his creative practice in the animation film industry in London working Chrissie has worked in publicity, artist management, TV production, record promotion, for industry luminary Richard Williams (Roger Rabbit) on his Magnus Opus ‘The Thief and radio & music television at MTV in Australia and the US. In 1999, she took the and the Cobbler’ for Warner Brothers. His other film credits include Steven Spielberg’s opportunity to branch out on her own as Chrissie Vincent Publicity & Management, ‘Balto’, ‘The Tales of Beatrix Potter’ and ‘The Silver Brumby’ for Media World & where she has worked on successful publicity campaigns for international and local Animation Works, as well as numerous animated commercials and projects in London. artists and events such as Falls Festival, St Kilda Festival, Soundwave Festival and Simon was at the forefront of animation applications in 3D games art with Beam Melbourne Zoo Twilights. Chrissie is the first person to graduate with a Masters of Software / Infogrames (Atari), working on ‘Space Race’ for Warner Brothers amongst a International Music Business. number of other 3D game projects. 33 34
“The chance to volunteer at festivals that I loved - which turned into continuous paid work - and the opportunity to learn from different influential teachers who really push you to achieve your best, is unlike anything else.” ⁄ LOU COSGRAVE Collarts Audio Engineering Graduate
FAQ DO ALL THE COURSES REQUIRE AN INTERVIEW AND AUDITION? Not all our courses require an audition and requirements may vary depending on the course. This has been specified below: ⁄ Audio Engineering, Music Production, Content Creation and Fashion Marketing: You will be required to undertake a 30 minute interview. ⁄ Entertainment Management: You will be required to undertake a 30-minute interview and submit a 300 word essay on your interest in Entertainment Management and your overall goal for the course. ⁄ Interior Design: You will be required to undertake a 30 minute interview and submit a portfolio. ⁄ Entertainment Journalism: You will be required to undertake a 30 minute interview and submit a 200 word essay about your interest in Entertainment Journalism and your overall goal for the course. ⁄ Music Performance: You will be required to undertake an audition and an WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS? interview. The audition will involve performing two pieces (of contrasting music As well as a successful interview and/or audition, you must be able to submit the genres) on your primary instrument. If you are a songwriter, both of your following documents: pieces must be original compositions. After your audition has been completed and uploaded, you will also undertake an interview. You will also be asked to ⁄ A copy of your high school transcript that demonstrates successful completion complete a five-question-written-theory evaluation. This is not a pass/fail of Year 12 or equivalent. These transcripts must be certified and translated (if portion of the process; it is to assess your theory level in order to place you originals are not in English). into the correct theory stream with other students. ⁄ A copy of your English test score results from the last 18 months, evidencing IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 5.5) or equivalent (TOEFL or PTE equivalent can WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE INTERVIEW/AUDITION? also be accepted). Applicants for the Diploma of Entertainment Journalism will If the interview has been successful, students will receive the offer letter within 24 require an IELTS of 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent. Collarts can also hours after finalising the interview. recommend English language colleges with a direct pathway if you need to study English before you start. WHAT IF I LIVE OVERSEAS? ⁄ A certified copy of your passport. If you reside overseas or outside Victoria, the interview/audition can be set up via Skype. ⁄ A certified copy of your current visa if you are currently residing in Australia. * Please note that some countries and citizenships are required to use an Education WHAT STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES DOES COLLARTS OFFER? Agent to assist with their application which may include Genuine Temporary Entrant Students can access support and wellbeing services directly by contacting (GTE) requirements to be met in accordance with the Australian Department of support@collarts.edu.au. The Support team are able to provide assistance with: Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP). ⁄ Academic support and exam preparation HOW DO I APPLY? ⁄ Disability support If you meet the requirements above, please submit the application online via ⁄ Wellbeing services the following link www.collarts.edu.au/apply. Then, send your documents to ⁄ Free counselling international@collarts.edu.au ⁄ Stress management Students will be contacted by one of our team members within 24 hours to ⁄ CV and job interview preparation organise an interview/ audition depending on the course. 37 38
EXPERIENCE Wondering what life at Collarts is really like? FEES & COLLARTS Come and find out for yourself. COURSES “I decided on attending Collarts the second I walked through the door. The energy BACHELOR DEGREES DOUBLE DEGREES was so alive and welcoming.” 2 years full time (6 trimesters) 3 years full time (9 trimesters) ⁄ JOEL WATSON Audio Engineering Student ⁄ Bachelor of Applied Business ⁄ Bachelor of Arts (Audio Production) & (Entertainment Management) Bachelor of Applied Business ⁄ Bachelor of Applied Business (Entertainment Management) OPEN DAYS (Entertainment Management) ⁄ Bachelor of Arts (Music) and Bachelor of Wellington Street Campus ⁄ Bachelor of Applied Business Applied Business (Entertainment (Fashion Marketing) Management) Experience Collarts at one of our Open Days. You 2019 INTAKES can attend workshops and detailed information ⁄ Bachelor of Arts (Audio Production) sessions about each course, get a feel for our ⁄ Bachelor of Arts (Content Creation) Trimester 1: Monday, February 4 campuses and chat with our teachers, graduates ⁄ Bachelor of Arts (Interior Design) Trimester 2: Monday, May 27 and student advisors. Trimester 3: Monday, September 16 ⁄ Bachelor of Arts (Music) ⁄ Saturday, 31 August 2019 ⁄ Bachelor of Arts (Music Production) 2020 INTAKES ⁄ Saturday, 18 January 2020 ⁄ Bachelor of Dramatic Arts (Comedy) Trimester 1: Monday, February 3 Trimester 2: Monday, May 25 DIPLOMAS Trimester 3: Monday, September 14 REGISTER NOW: collarts.edu.au/open-day/ 2 trimesters full time ⁄ Diploma of Audio Engineering COURSE FEES ⁄ Diploma of Applied Business Bachelor Degree: $65,280 (Entertainment Management) Diploma: $21,760 ⁄ Diploma of Applied Business Diploma of Entertainment Journalism: $32,640 (Fashion Marketing) Double Degree: $97,920 ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Audio Production) CAMPUSES ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Content Creation) ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Interior Design) ⁄ Wellington St Campus 208 Wellington St, Collingwood ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Music) ⁄ Diploma of Arts (Music Production) ⁄ Cromwell St Campus 67-69 Cromwell St, Collingwood ⁄ Diploma of Dramatic Arts (Comedy) ⁄ Diploma of Entertainment Journalism* ⁄ Brunswick St Campus 209 Brunswick St, Fitzroy ⁄ George St Campus * Diploma of Entertainment Journalism: 1 year full time 2/156 George St, Fitzroy (3 trimesters) 1300 818 777 international@collarts.edu.au collarts.edu.au CRICOS PROVIDER CODE 03392K RTO. 0109 39 40
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