JMC Academy is Australia’s only creative education institution. The institute’s curriculum primarily focuses on courses in music, design, animation, drama, and entertainment business management. It has been producing professionals for the business and entertainment industry for over 40 years and boasts a global network of alumni. Additionally, the academy has partnership agreements with renowned creative institutions in Asia, Europe, and America, offering student exchange opportunities for those interested in specific fields of study and wishing to study in Australia.

Location

JMC Academy have three campuses:

• Sydney

JMC Academy Sydney is centrally located on Harris Street, Ultimo, across from the Powerhouse Museum, which showcases applied art, design, and innovation. Just a 10-minute walk from Central Station and within walking distance to major attractions, it is steps away from popular sites such as Darling Harbour, Chinatown, and the Spanish Quarter.

• Melbourne

This new campus is located in Melbourne‘s south, between the Yarra River and Port Phillip Bay, in a historic and artistic district known for its vintage buildings, studios, record labels, and production houses. It is just a few tram stops from Southern Cross and Flinders Street Train Stations.

• Brisbane

The Brisbane campus is located in South Brisbane, the city’s education and arts hub. With excellent transport links and a vibrant atmosphere, it is surrounded by art galleries and museums. The campus is also close to the State Library of Queensland and the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC).

Facilities

Each JMC Academy campus is strategically located near entertainment venues, creative studios, galleries, conference and exhibition centers, with easy access to public transportation. The institute is equipped with modern facilities, including:

• Professional recording studios with surround sound mixing equipment
• Digital and analog sound mixing desks
• Studio rooms for post-recording work
• Digital Media and Animation Laboratories
• Studios for film and television students
• Performance rehearsal rooms and simulation theaters
• Green screen studios and editing rooms
• Professional cameras and photography tools

These state-of-the-art resources are designed to give students hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment.

Courses

JMC Academy offers a range of programs, including professional and associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and short courses.

The diploma programs typically take about 8 months to complete (or 2 trimesters), and students can seamlessly continue their studies at the bachelor’s degree level, which takes 2 years or 6 trimesters in the same field.

The main curriculum at JMC Academy is divided into the following areas:

• Creative Arts 
• Creative Technology 
• Design 
• Entertainment Business Management 
• Music 

The Master of Creative Industries program at JMC Academy takes 2 years (or 4 semesters) to complete. Students who have completed a bachelor’s degree at JMC Academy can fast-track their studies, earning a master’s degree in just 1.5 years, or they can opt for the Graduate Diploma of Creative Industries, which can be completed in 1 semester.

Recommended Courses

• Bachelor of Creative Arts (Film & Television) 
• Bachelor of Creative Arts (Animation) 
• Bachelor of Creative Technology (Audio Engineering & Sound Production) 
• Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication) 
• Bachelor of Entertainment Business Management 
• Bachelor of Music (with Specialisation in Music Production) 
• Master of Creative Industries 

Why Study at JMC Academy?

• JMC Academy is Australia’s leader in Creative Studies, offering students the opportunity to learn from industry experts. Students also gain valuable real-world experience through internships and field trips with partner companies and renowned organizations in the global entertainment industry.
• All courses at JMC Academy are designed to meet the demands of the entertainment industry. Students benefit from personalized learning through one-on-one sessions with experts, small group classes, and opportunities for short-term exchange programs.

The institution is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). It is also ranked #1 for Student Support and Student Satisfaction among creative institutions in Australia, according to the Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT).