The philosophy of the Cape Audio College is simple: We aim to make every student a successful audio engineer.

The media industry has exploded in recent years. Film, television, music industry, internet and video game markets are bigger today than ever before. Creating a healthy need for technical audio professionals all over the world and in many niche fields. Every time you pop in a DVD, listen to the radio, go to a live show or play a new Xbox game, a sound engineer was responsible for the audio. Creative, experienced people are in great demand these days, and with the right guidance embarking on an exciting career in the audio industry is a serious possibility for many enthusiasts. The Cape Audio College has 15 years experience in the training of sound engineers, many of our students have become well known industry professionals  locally and internationally. Our name is synonymous with leading industry professionals as the best audio training facility in the country. We are proud of this reputation and strive to continue training the best engineers available in a constantly evolving industry. 

The Cape Audio College utilizes state of the art teaching techniques in preparing students for a career in the competitive audio industry. The college has thirteen fully equipped, world class multi-track recording studios, mix-down areas, digital and analogue editing suites and other practical work areas. You will be taught by lecturers who are professionals, actively involved in the music and audio industries. In addition, leading engineers and technical personnel are invited as guest lecturers giving our students valuable practical tips. Audio engineering is not something that can be learned from books alone, which is why we place so much emphasis on practical work. There is little point in undertaking a diploma in audio engineering if you end up with a good knowledge of theory, but have not had enough experience to be employable. We want you not only to be an excellent engineer but also an employable one, because when you’re successful, we’re successful.

Students are given practical real world assignments that are assessed on  creative and technical levels. These assignments are designed to give the student a solid understanding in all of the main fields of audio engineering. The first years practical syllabus covers Radio advert production, Audio visual post production, Recording studio design, live sound and music production. Students are also encouraged to work on personal projects and are required to record mix and master a live band recording as their final "end of year" assignment. The theory element is designed to give you a broad understanding of audio procedures and technical workings. Understanding is the key effective engineering so one to one in studio training helps students apply the theory they have learned in a control room situation. The Cape Audio College campus is situated in the sunny suburb of Mowbray in the Waverly business park, literally a 2 min walk from the train station,  5 min drive from the University of Cape Town and 10 min from the center of Cape Town. We are also walking distance from Cape Town's un-official art district, Observatory. This location is teeming with like minded creative people, which makes involvement in the local music and creative communities extremely accessible.  There is a very well priced restaurant on campus and a tuck shop for cool drinks and chips. Every workstation is equipped with broadband internet and there is an audio and contacts library available at reception.

Being involved in the Cape Audio College community is very important for the developing engineer. Students are strongly encouraged to get as involved as possible with outside college events. We often place students in working situations around Cape Town as part of their development and live events are almost entirely student run.  This encouragement alone has placed students in very respected career positions on post graduation. College lecturers are industry professionals and from time to time do commercial projects with well know artist. Students are encouraged to get involved as assistants in these situations, gaining them valuable real world experience. We see our students as members of a family, the Cape Audio family. We support our graduates and assist in as many ways as possible when it comes to job seeking time. We have been know to place engineers in jobs around Cape Town and are constantly communicating with the professional audio community to ensure that our students are exposed to as many opportunities as possible.  This infrastructure has been developed over years to  give our students an advantage when beginning their professional lives.

The Cape Audio College thanks you for visiting our website. Please feel free to contact us at any time for more information about our courses. We would also like to take this opportunity to invite you to tour our facilities. A college representative will be available to give a detailed tour and answer any questions about the college. You can also e-mail us or telephone us at any time.

The Cape Audio College is proud to offer the following courses

Diploma in Audio Engineering >The most recognized and established qualification in the country. >15 years experience in training Sound Engineers. >Internationally recognized and respected. >Backed by leading industry professional's. >Practical instruction in 13  world class studio's. >Workshops by well known industry professionals.  Click here to find  out more	The Producers course >Be in control and shape the future of music.  >Learn the craft of music creation. >Find out how to survive in the competitive music business. >Hands on Practical training in world class recording studio's. >Workshops by well known industry professionals  Click here to find  out more	Live Sound Engineering course >Live Sound Engineering short course >Learn the trade with one of the countries leading live sound engineers. >Real world practical assignments in some of Cape Town's top venues. >Hands on Practical training in world class venues >Workshops by well known industry professionals   Click here to find out more
Protools Master Class >Improve your skills on the leading audio software. >Learn Protools with the best. >Advanced features and system improvements revealed. >Hands on Practical training in world class Protools HD based recording studio's. >Workshops by well known industry professionals  Click Here to find out more	Electronic Music Producers >Live Sound Engineering short course >Learn the trade with one of the countries leading live sound engineers. >Real world practical assignments in some of Cape Town's top venues. >Hands on Practical training in world class venues >Workshops by well known industry professionals   Click here to find out more	The DJ course >Be in control and shape the future of music.  >Learn the craft of music creation. >Find out how to survive in the competitive music business. >Hands on Practical training in world class recording studio's. >Workshops by well known industry professionals  Click here to find  out more

Guest Speakers at the Cape Audio College The Cape Audio College often employ the expertise of various well known industry professionals. Who are invited as guest speakers to discussion based workshops on their particular knowledge. This allows students to learn from the experience of others and helps develop inside industry expectations. Occasionally guest artists will come and record at the college, students are encouraged to get involved and learn from the pro's.  Fletcher Beadon Mos Def Jamie Sandoval Sibot Jerry Barnard Previous Guest speakers and guest artists include: Theo Crous - Sama winner / rock producer - Springbok nude girls Mos Def - Grammy nominee and Hollywood actor. Fletcher Beadon, DJ / producer - African Dope Records Martin Myers - BMG records Mbongeni Ngema - Sarafina The Rudimentals - Premium SA Ska act. Stealing Love Jones - SA rock band. Jerry Barnard - B&S studios Killah Priest & DJ Kallisto - Wu Tang Clan Sibot - Producer/Artist  - Say Thank You Productions Jamie Sandoval - Professional Session Drummer