Indian students who would want to study Audio Engineering at New zealand can download this particular application form and fill in the details.

1. REGISTRATION SUPPLEMENT
For International Students
AUDIO ENGINEERING
2014
SAE New Zealand is recognised by
• New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA)
• New Zealand Ministry of Education (MoE)
• New Zealand Tertiary Education Commission (TEC)
• StudyLink
• Education New Zealand
• University of Middlesex (London, UK)
• University of Auckland (Auckland, NZ)
• Southern Institute of Technology (Invercargill, NZ)
SAE New Zealand proudly uses the following distributors
Statutory information for students under section 234B of the Education Act 1989
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SAE Institute (Auckland) does not charge any service fees such as student association fees, library membership, Student ID Card, etc
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There are no governing members of SAE Institute (Auckland) that have material conflicts of interest
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There are no governing members of SAE Institute (Auckland) that have any interests in organisations in the education or immigration sector that provide
goods & services to tertiary students
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The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) has rated SAE Auckland Highly Confident in educational performance and Confident in capability in
self-assessment as stated in their most recent External Evaluation and Review (EER)
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SAE Auckland is rated as a Category 1 Institute by NZQA.You may request a copy of our current EER report, Code Of Practice and or Student handbook
NZ / AUDIO / INTERNATIONAL 2013 v4.0

2. DIPLOMA IN AUDIO ENGINEERING (PC1902)
Program Details
Name Diploma in Audio Engineering
Accreditation NZQA accredited
Duration 12 Months - Full Time
Qualification Diploma in Audio Engineering (level 5)
The Diploma in Audio Engineering (Level 5) focuses on our students achieving their career goals in this exciting industry. This
intensive program incorporates the latest technologies, recording studios, audio software, processing equipment and therefore
directs our students on a focused pathway as an audio engineer in the audio and music industry. This learning strategy has been
developed from years of experience in our graduates achieving broad knowledge and creative engineering skills on entering the
audio/music industry.
Entry Requirements
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Minimum 18 years of age
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Valid New Zealand Student Visa
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Proof of Identity (copy of valid passport)
Equivalent of NCEA Level 1 in secondary schooling
Minimum Academic IELTS Test Score of 6.0 (or equivalent) if English is a second language
An entry interview may be requested by SAE
Program Start Dates
Program Code
Start Date
End Date
Lecture Days
Lecture Time
AED913X
23 Sep 2013
12 Sep 2014
Mon - Thurs (Fri)
2pm - 5pm
AED114X
13 Jan 2014
12 Dec 2014
Mon - Thurs (Fri)
10am - 1pm
AED414X
07 Apr 2014
27 Mar 2015
Mon - Thurs (Fri)
2pm - 5pm
AED614X
23 Jun 2014
12 Jun 2015
Mon - Thurs (Fri)
10am - 1pm
AED914X
22 Sep 2014
11 Sep 2015
Mon - Thurs (Fri)
2pm - 5pm
AED115X
12 Jan 2015
11 Dec 2015
Mon - Thurs (Fri)
10am - 1pm
Tuition Fees
Registration Fee
Program Fee
Total Fees
$500 (payable when enrolment application is approved)
$22,300 (payable in order to obtain student Visa)
$22,800
Tuition Fees are correct at time of publication but may be subject to change.
Tuition Fees Payment
• No payment is required when submitting enrolment application.
• The Registration Fee is payable once the enrolment has been approved.
• All fee payments are to be made in New Zealand Dollars by either Telegraphic Transfer or International Bank Cheque if paying
from overseas.
Tuition Fees Protection
• All fees are held by an independent trustee, pursuant to Section 235A and 235B of the Education Act 1989. This arrangement
has been accepted by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority as meeting the requirements of the Education Act 1989 and
the Student Fee Protection Rules 2013.
• No refunds will be issued after the tenth working day following the commencement date of the program.

3. BACHELOR OF RECORDING ARTS (PC1196)
Program Details
Name Bachelor of Recording Arts
Accreditation NZQA accredited
Duration 2 Additional Years - Full Time*
Qualification Bachelor of Recording Arts
*2 additional years on successful completion of the Diploma in Audio Engineering
Audio Engineering students wishing to further their career goal may continue their degree level study with SAE Institute
(Auckland, New Zealand). Students are able to complete the second and third years of the Bachelor of Recording Arts Degree
program with SAE Institute (Auckland, New Zealand) on successful completion of their Diploma in Audio Engineering program.
Entry Requirements
Requirements for entry into years two and three of the Degree Program:
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Minimum 18 years of age
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Proof of Identity (copy of valid passport)
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Valid New Zealand Student Visa
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Minimum Academic IELTS Test Score of 6.0
(or equivalent) if English is a second language
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Entry interview
Successful completion of the Diploma in Audio
Engineering (level 5) comprising Modules RA100 to RA202
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Students who do not have an equivalent of NCEA Level 3 in
secondary schooling will be required to successfully complete
Module RAB203 ‘Academic Research and Writing Techniques’
before entering Module RA203 ‘Industry Perspectives, Issues
and Research Techniques’ of the degree program
Program Start Dates
Program Code
Start Date
End Date
Lecture Days
Lecture Time
BRA114
27 Jan 2014
18 Dec 2015
Mon - Thurs
10am - 1pm
BRA115
26 Jan 2015
16 Dec 2016
Mon - Thurs
2pm - 5pm
BRA116
25 Jan 2016
15 Dec 2017
Mon - Thurs
10am - 1pm
Tuition Fees
Administration Fee
Program Fee
Total Fees
$500 (payable when enrolment application is approved)
$35,900 (payable in order to obtain student Visa)
$36,400
Tuition Fees are correct at time of publication but may be subject to change.
Tuition Fees Payment
• No payment is required when submitting enrolment application.
• The Administration Fee is payable once the enrolment has been approved.
• All fee payments are to be made in New Zealand Dollars by either Telegraphic Transfer or International Bank Cheque if paying
from overseas.
Tuition Fees Protection
• All fees are held by an independent trustee, pursuant to Section 235A and 235B of the Education Act 1989. This arrangement
has been accepted by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority as meeting the requirements of the Education Act 1989 and
the Student Fee Protection Rules 2013.
• No refunds will be issued after the tenth working day following the commencement date of the program.

4. THE IMMIGRATION PROCESS
Almost all international students wishing to study in New Zealand will need to apply for a student Visa. For
information on this process and New Zealand’s immigration requirements, please visit www.immigration.govt.nz
The following is a general guide of the immigration process.
The Immigration Process: step-by-step
Enrol at SAE Auckland
1. You will receive an “Offer of Place Letter”. Please sign and return the “Acceptance of Offer of Place” letter
to SAE. You will then receive a “Confirmation of Enrolment” letter which must be sent to the New Zealand
Immigration Service with your Visa application.
Ensure you have sufficient funds
2. All Program and Visa fees must be paid in full before a Visa can be issued.
Information on student Visa fees are available at www.immigration.co.nz
Medical and Travel Insurance
3. While studying in New Zealand, all students are required to have current Medical and Travel insurance. Your
passport must also be valid for 3 months beyond the end of your intended stay. Policies are required to cover
baggage and personal belongings, and commence prior to the departure from their home country. Please note:
you can only apply for Medical and Travel Insurance after your Student Visa has been granted.
Health and References
4. All applicants will need to provide a Character Reference as well as a Police Reference as per New Zealand
Immigration requirements. This usually requires a Medical and X-Ray Certificate be supplied with your
application.
Accommodation
5. You must have accommodation arranged or a sponsor stating they will accommodate you for the duration of
your stay.
Living Expenses
6. New Zealand Immigration will require financial evidence proving that living costs can be met while living
in New Zealand, or a completed Sponsorship Form for Temporary Entry, or a Financial Undertaking for a
Student, as well as meeting all heath and reference requirements. An acceptable sponsor can be either a family
member who holds New Zealand Citizenship or Permanent Residency, a New Zealand Registered Company or
Government Agency.
Other Considerations
7. Student Visas can only be obtained for programs with a duration of at least 9 months. Proof will also need
to be supplied that you have NZ$15,000 per year to cover your costs during your stay as well as meeting all
requirements of your Visa as outlined below:
• Attending the place of study stated on your Visa. If you would like to change your education provider or the
program you are studying, you will be required to reapply for a study Visa.
• Upon request, provide evidence that you are meeting attendance requirements for your program and are
completing all work successfully.
• Only undertaking paid employment if your Visa permits this.
• Obeying all New Zealand laws while residing in the country.
• Leaving at the expiration of your Visa. You may be required to provide proof of departure
All documents must be in order prior to the commencement of your studies.
Without these documents you will be unable to attend the program.
Please consult your Immigration Advisor to ensure your Student Visa is processed before the program
start date.

5. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ENROLMENT FORM
The purpose of this enrolment form is to obtain from you the information we need to enrol you into a qualification
at our organisation. We also need to collect information from you which is required by the Ministry of Education
and other Government agencies for statistical and registration reasons. Please fill in the form properly by:
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Complete all relevant fields, sign and date
Print clearly using a blue or black pen
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Carefully read and agree to all terms and conditions
Attach all required documentation
Address 12 months prior to enrolment (if different)
1. Personal Details
Number and Street Name
Surname
Suburb
First name
City
Other given names
Postcode
Date of Birth (dd/mm/yy)
Country
Male
Female
2. Contact Information
4. Program Details
Phone number (include country and area code if outside NZ)
Full program name
Mobile number (include country code if outside NZ)
Program start date
Email address
Program code
Rego/Admin fee
3. Address Information
Permanent residential address
Number and Street Name
$
City
Postcode
Payable after enrolment application is
approved
Program fee
$
Total fees
Suburb
Program end date
Includes Rego/Admin and Program Fees
$
!
If the program you have selected is filled or otherwise
unavailable you will be enrolled into the next intake
or placed on a waiting list. We will advise you of this
in writing and place your fees in trust.
Authorised:
Office Use Only
Admin: $
Program: $
Total: $
Cheque No:
NZ INTERNATIONAL REGO FORM 2013 V1.0
Received:
Age:
Country
Trust: $

6. 5. Language
8. Disabilities
Is English your first language?
Do you have any disabilities, impairments or long-term
medical conditions that may affect your studies?
Yes
No
No
You must complete an Academic IELTS test
(or equivalent) to demonstrate English proficiency.
IELTS Score (or equivalent)
Yes
Which best describes your disability?
Accessibility
Visual impairment
Please attach supporting documentation
Learning disability
Head injury
Hearing impairment
Other
Do you have any special requirements?
6. Citizenship
Which country are you a citizen of?
Passport number
Please attach a copy of your passport
How are your studies funded?
Full fee paying
foreign student
Exchange student
MFAT scholarship or
Aotearoa scholarship
Military personnel,
diplomatic staff or
family, deep freeze
9. Prior Activity
What was your main activity in New Zealand at 1st
October in the year prior to your enrolment?
Wage/Salary earner
University student
Unemployed or other
beneficiary
Polytechnic student
7. Ethnicity
Secondary student
Self-employed
European
Indian
College of Education
student
Private Training
Establishment student
Samoan
Chinese
Wananga student
Tongan
Niuean
Tokelauen
Fijian
Select up to three which best apply to you
Cook Island Maori
Please specify
10. Secondary School
What is the highest academic award you hold from a
secondary school? (tick one only)
Other Asian
University Entrance
NCEA Level 1 or
School Certificate
NCEA Level 2 or
Sixth Form Cert.
Higher School
Certificate
Which Iwi do you identify with?
Other
Overseas
No academic award
New Zealand Maori
Other Pacific Island
Retired
Entrance
qualification
B Bursary
A Bursary
(from bursary or
scholarship exams)
Scholarship
Other
Overseas award
Please specify

7. Secondary School (continued)
What secondary school did you attend?
13. Agent
Are you using an education or migration agent to assist
with your application or visa process?
No
What year did you leave?
Yes
What year did you attain your highest secondary award?
Agency name
National Student Number (NSN)
11. Tertiary Education
Is this your first enrolment into tertiary education?
14. Assessment
What were your best subjects in secondary school?
1
Yes
2
No
3
What year did you first enrol into tertiary education?
Other skills (computers, music, etc)
Have you previously studied at SAE Institute?
No
Yes
At which campus did you study?
What connection do you have to the subject matter of the
course you are applying for?
Program studied
If you are applying for credit towards
your program, please attach a certified
copy of your academic transcripts
12. Emergency Contact
What do you want to achieve through the course?
Close family member not living with the applicant
Surname
First name
Relation to applicant
Phone number
Mobile number
What are your career intentions?

8. 8174 - SAE INSTITUTE REGISTRATION AGREEMENT
AGREEMENT 2013 V3.1
Definitions
The following terms are used in this agreement
(a) “Applicant” - means the prospective student prior to being accepted into the program by the Institute.
(b) “Date of Commencement” - the scheduled start date of the program, as displayed in our current promotional material.
(c) “Program” - means the series of classes in which the student is enrolled.
(d) “Registration Fee” - means the sum of money paid by the student to reserve a place in an advertised program.
(e) “Administration Fee” - means the sum of money paid by the student to cover administration costs during program.
(f) “Institute” - means the SAE Institute (Auckland New Zealand).
(g) “Student” - means the signatory of these terms and conditions.
(h) “Facility Equipment” - means all studios and practical work stations located within the Institute’s premises
Acceptance Into The Program
An entry interview may be conducted with the applicant prior to acceptance into the program. This may also include the request for additional supporting evidence
such as Curriculum Vitae; audio and or visual works provided by the applicant.
2.2
The applicant will be notified in writing of their acceptance as a student into the program.
2.3
The Institute reserves the right to decline the applicant’s entry into the program. Non acceptance into the program may include but is not limited to;
- the applicant not meeting the entry requirements
- the applicant not meeting the academic standards required by the Institute
- the applicant owing fees from a previous SAE program and or having deferred from a previous SAE program on more than one instance
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Registration Fee Or Administration Fee
3.1
The Student agrees to pay the full registration fee or administration fee upon submission of enrolment into the program.
3.2
All fees are held by an independent trustee, pursuant to Section 235A and 235B of the Education Act 1989. This arrangement has been accepted by the
New Zealand Qualifications Authority as meeting the requirements of the Education Act 1989 and the Student Fee Protection Rules 2013.
3.3
In the event that the Student does not pay the full registration fee or full administration fee upon submission of enrolment into the program, their place may be
offered to other applicants.
3.4
Student fee protection information: Upon enrolment in the program the Institute undertakes to provide appropriate student fee protection mechanisms according
to the requirements of the New Zealand Qualifications Authority. The cost for this is included in the registration fee or administration fee. Any remaining portion of
tuition fees paid by the student shall be reimbursed in the unlikely case of failure of the Institute to provide tuition due to financial insolvency or regulatory closure.
4.
Content Of Program And Recognition Of Learning
4.1
The Student acknowledges that the Institute is entitled to change the content of the program in which the Student is enrolled at any time, allowing for new
equipment and subjects to be introduced and inappropriate subjects to be deleted.
4.2
NZQA Unit Standards Credits of Learning can only be given for NZQA approved program components delivered by the Institute.
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Fee Payment
5.1
The Student agrees to pay tuition fees regularly and by the due dates. Government assistance is used for providing lower effective program fees for domestic
students and for maintaining and improving a high standard of facilities.
5.2
Late payment of fees will result in cancellation of all facility equipment use and possible cancellation of lectures.
6 Cancellation
6.1
If the Student advises the Institute in writing of their intention not to commence the program prior to the eighth calendar day for domestic students, or prior to
the tenth working day for international students, from the date of commencement, any advance program fee payments will be refunded by the Institute less the
registration fee or administration fee of $500, (pursuant to Section 235A and 235B of the Education Act 1989). All refund payments are issued by the trustee.
6.2
Advance fee payments will not be refunded after the eighth calendar day for domestic students, or tenth working day for international students, following the
commencement of the program.
6.3
If a student discontinues or terminates the program he or she is attending, the student is liable for any tuition fees outstanding at time of cancellation. The Institute
is entitled to recover from the student all legal and other costs incurred by the Institute arising from the collection of outstanding tuition or cancellation fees.
6.4
Student cancellations are to be submitted only in writing. Non-attendance of classes does not constitute cancellation of the program.
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Deferral Or Termination By The Institute
7.1
If a student’s conduct is deemed to be unsuitable to attend the Institute, the Institute reserves the right to expel the student. All tuition fees are due at the time of
expulsion.
7.2
If a student’s attendance and or academic performance is deemed to be unsatisfactory, the Institute reserves the right to automatically defer the student.
The student will then be given the option to apply for re-admittance to an equivalent program. This option will expire after 12 months from the date of notification.
7.3
If a student’s attendance is deemed to be repeatedly erratic or unsatisfactory, the Institute reserves the right to cancel the student’s enrolment.
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Facility Equipment Use
8.1
The Student acknowledges that during his or her use of the facility equipment, he or she is responsible for ensuring no equipment is damaged or stolen as a direct
or indirect result of a failure on his or her part to exercise reasonable care in use of all facility equipment.
8.2
In the event that facility equipment is not functioning during the student’s use, the student agrees to notify a staff member, of the Institute, immediately giving full
details of the malfunction.
8.3
The Institute takes no responsibility for the function and integration, or loss, of third party equipment brought onto the premises. All facility equipment is fully
equipped to enable the student to complete the program. The student is not permitted to use the facilities and or studios for commercial gain.
8.4
In the event that facility equipment is damaged or stolen during the student’s use of the facility equipment as a result of failure on his or her part to exercise
reasonable care of the facility equipment, the student agrees to pay within twenty one (21) days all cost relevant to replacing or repairing such equipment.
8.5
The Institute reserves the right to cancel the student’s booked studio time. All attempts will be made to notify the student of such cancellation.
Times lost due to such cancellation will be re-booked in favour of the student.
9
Disclosure Of Information
9.1
The Student authorises the Institute to release, or make available for audit inspection, information specific to student enrolment records, compulsory fees
and program-related costs, student attendance records, student academic records, information pertaining to the student allowance and loan applications and
information pertaining to the use of government assistance received from the Ministry of Education or its nominated representative (section 236A of the Education
Act 1989).
9.2
The Student authorises the Institute to release any and all information regarding the student for the mandatory reporting requirements to any and all government
agencies, and use your image, name and course work in any of the Institute’s marketing materials.
10
Student Policy
10.1
The student also agrees to have read and understood all policies described in the Institute’s current promotional material.
10.2
This agreement and Enrolment form may not be issued without the Program Prospectus.
11
Acknowledgement Of Registration Agreement
11.1
On signing this Registration Agreement, the student acknowledges that this Registration Agreement constitutes the official contract between the Institute and
the student, and that this Registration Agreement supersedes the guideline policies outlined in other SAE promotional material.
1
1.1
2
2.1
name
address
I, of ,
a student enrolling at SAE INSTITUTE, declare that all information given in this document is true and correct; and I
agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth in this agreement.
applicant’s signature
parent/guardian’s signature
date & place (town/city)
date & place (town/city)
(if applicant under 18)

9. ENROLMENT INFORMATION
Enrolment Process
1. Select the program you wish to enrol in, noting the different dates and lecture times
2. Complete, sign and detach the Enrolment Form
3. Attach all relevant documentation, including copies of:
• Valid Passport
• Transcripts of previous education
• Minimum Academic IELTS Test Score of 6.0 or equivalent (if English is not your first language)
• Transcript of successfully completed Diploma in Audio Engineering (if enroling into the Degree)
4. Send or personally deliver all documents to SAE Institute
5. You will receive and “Offer of Place” letter and an “Acceptance of Offer of Place” letter
Submit the “Offer of Place” letter with your student Visa application
6. Return the signed the “Acceptance of Offer of Place” letter to SAE and any additional information
requested
7. You will receive a “Confirmation of Enrolment” Letter, Immigration Guidelines and Payment Options
when SAE receives your signed “Acceptance of Offer of Place” Letter
Submit the “Confirmation of Enrolment” Letter to the New Zealand Immigration Service with your
student Visa application
You are now formally enrolled and will receive further correspondence from SAE Institute.
You have the option of withdrawing from the program prior to the tenth working day from
the commencement of the program.
Enrolment Checklist
Enrolment form - completed and signed
Proof of Identity, Age and Citizenship (copy of passport)
Proof of Education (copy of secondary and higher education transcripts)
Proof of Language Skills (IELTS/TOEFL if English is your second language)
Send To
SAE Institute
12 Heather Street
Parnell
Auckland 1052
NEW ZEALAND
Questions or concerns?
Contact us by phoning +64 9 373 4712 or email auckland@sae.edu

10. AUDIO INDUSTRY CAREER OPTIONS
LIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT
RECORDING STUDIO
SOUND HIRE & INSTALLATION CO.
AUDIO WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORS
TAPE DUPLICATION, EDITING & CONFERENCE
RECORDING
MUSIC STORES
RADIO BROADCAST
TELEVISION BROADCAST
Front of House Engineer
Rigger
Sound System Designer
Concert Promoter
Venue Manager
Publicist
Operations Manager
Instrument Technician
Installer
Technician
Company Manager
Operator
Duplicator
Conference Recorder
Sales
Station Manager
Recording Engineer
Editor
Producer
Location Sound Recordist
Presenter
Technician
THEATRE
Producer
Sound Designer
Stage Sound Engineer
Radio Mic Engineer
Cue Tape Operator
FOH Sound Operator
RECORD COMPANY
A&R Manager
Mixing Engineer
Producer
Promoter
Distributor
Disc Production
Disc Cutting
Fold-back Engineer
Lugger
Sound Technician
Booking
Band Manager
Production Manager
Tour Manager
Mobile Recorder
System Designer
Sales
Operations Manager
Hire Manager
Editor
Coordinator
Program Director
Mixing Engineer Director
Cart Dubber
Radio Operations
OB Operator
Administration
Sound Librarian
Director
Chief Sound Operator
Technician
Editor
Studio Engineer
Mixing Engineer
Recording Engineer
Mastering Engineer
Editor
Publicist
Sales
Administration
Technician
Studio Owner
Recording Engineer
Mastering Engineer
Agent Editor
Administration
Manager
Sales
Administration
Sales
Station Manager
Recording Engineer
Editor
Location Recordist
Boom Operator
FILM
Location Recordist
Sound Dubber
Music Mix Engineer
Dialogue Mix Engineer
Post Sync Dialogue Engineer
Mag. Film Machine Operator
MISCELLANEOUS
AV Production Company
Car Hi-Fi Installer/Sales
Noise Pollution Consultant
Acoustic Engineer
Consultant
Disc Mastering
Most, if not all, of the total list above employ the use of an assistant.
Studio Manager
Mixing Engineer
Tape Operator
Dubbing Engineer
Session Musician
Technician
Administration
Manager
Technician
Producer
Mixing Engineer
Dubbing Engineer
Studio Sound Operator
OB Sound Engineer
Boom Operator
Foley Recordist
Sound Editor
Technician
Foley Artist
Court Recordist
Music Industry Lawyer
Music Industry Accountant
Equipment Manufacturing
Equipment Representative

11. SAE AUCKLAND SUPPORT SERVICES
STUDIO TOURS
SAE INSTITUTE is open Monday to Saturday for student lectures and practical sessions. Tours of our facilities
during this time are welcome.
Please phone us on 09-3734712 to book your Personal Tour of our cool facilities.
ACADEMIC ADVICE
Prospective students are welcome to see us about academic requirements for our programs. We will assist you to
make an informed choice about your suitability for the program you are interested in.
COUNSELLING AND STUDENT SUPPORT
Students may seek the assistance of their Program Coordinator for any matters regarding attendance, tuition fees,
vocational advice and academic progress.
CAREER PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE
SAE placement service is offered exclusively to graduates of the Degree programs and efforts are made to assist
ALL graduates. SAE’s national and international network is the strongest link graduates have to future potential
employers in the audio and film industries. We do our best to bring our graduates and potential employers together.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International students will need to obtain a Study Visa for New Zealand. SAE Institute (Auckland) can provide some
assistance with the Visa process. Please see the New Zealand Immigration Service’s website at www.immigration.
govt.nz for details or contact the New Zealand embassy in your country.
ACCOMMODATION
Finding accommodation can sometimes be a difficult task. We can provide you with personal assistance and
recommendations regarding accommodation before your studies with us.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
For entry requirements refer to the individual program information. SAE Institute has an equal opportunities policy
and the entrance requirements for admission apply to all applicants without regard to race, sex, age or religion.
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)
Credit for previous training or experience may be granted prior to commencement of a SAE program. Application for
granting of credit can be made to the Program Coordinator. Credit will be granted on a “per unit” basis. Exemption
from a program unit(s) is dependent upon meeting the theoretical requirements of the unit(s) and presentation of a
portfolio which demonstrates relevant practical skills. In the event of credit being granted the program length may be
shortened and fees adjusted accordingly.
HOLIDAYS
Holidays are kept to a minimum during all programs. SAE is closed on statutory public holidays and also for
three weeks during the Christmas holiday period. A list of the holiday dates is provided to the student upon
commencement.

12. AUDIO ENGINEERING PATHWAY
Diploma in Audio Engineering (PC1902)
The Diploma in Audio Engineering achieves solid grounding in all aspects of working with commercial music, audio and film
related industries. The Diploma In Audio Engineering forms a natural progression in developing sound recording, editing and
mixing skills using various professional media formats and control surfaces.
The Diploma In Audio Engineering focuses on aspects of audio work for sound recording studios, post-production studios,
radio-television broadcasting stations, live sound and any work involving sound recording and mastering. The Diploma In Audio
Engineering focuses on audio engineering skills in Digital Audio Recording-Editing, Professional Studio Recording, Live Sound
Reinforcement, MIDI-Sampling, Electronic Music Production, Musicianship, Post Production for film and Mastering.
Successful Graduates are awarded a Diploma in Audio Engineering (Level 5).
Bachelor of Recording Arts (PC1196)
Audio engineering students wishing to further their career goal may continue their degree level study with SAE Institute.
Students are able to complete the second and third years of the Bachelor of Recording Arts Degree program with SAE Institute
on successful completion of their Diploma in Audio Engineering program.
The Bachelor of Recording Arts Degree program provides a strong focus on technology, creativity and the development of
academic, practical, creative and business skills. This Degree represents the state-of-the-art in digital and creative media
education.
Successful Graduates are awarded a Bachelor of Recording Arts degree.
The pathway to your Audio Engineering career
Entry Point
Diploma In Audio
Engineering (PC1902)
Bachelor Of Recording Arts (PC1196)
12 months Full Time
2 additional years Full Time with
SAE Institute, Auckland, New Zealand
Exit with
DIPLOMA IN AUDIO ENGINEERING (level 5)
Exit with
BACHELOR OF RECORDING
ARTS DEGREE
Enter postgraduate studies with the
SAE Online Graduate College
The Master of Arts/Master of Science Professional Practice
(Creative Media Industries)
professional practical training
10, 12 & 18 Heather Street, Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand
www.auckland.sae.edu