Advanced Diploma in Music Production and Sound Engineering
Fast-track your career in music production and sound engineering
Our Advanced Diploma in Music Production and Sound Engineering is designed to help you move from interest to industry-ready in 12 months. The curriculum draws on almost 90 years of innovation at Abbey Road Studios and the day-to-day experience of the team at Bay Owl Studios in Mumbai.
Across the year you will move through core topics in sound theory, acoustics, microphones, recording, editing, mixing, mastering, production, composition, electronic music, post-production, orchestration, arrangement, sampling, synthesis and music business.
You will learn in small groups inside professional rooms at Bay Owl Studios, with regular sessions led by visiting engineers, producers and artists who actively work in the Indian and international music scenes.
The goal is to develop you as a rounded professional who can think creatively, troubleshoot technically and communicate clearly with artists, collaborators and clients – whether you are building your own projects or supporting someone else’s vision.
As a graduate of Abbey Road Institute Mumbai you will be able to:
- Use industry-standard tools including Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Logic Pro as well as a wide range of plug-ins and outboard equipment, to create, record, edit, mix and master music.
- Develop and arrange ideas for both electronic and band-based productions, from demos through to release-ready material.
- Work effectively as part of a creative and technical team in sessions, rehearsals, live recordings and post-production projects.
- Plan and manage projects to deadlines, from pre-production to delivery, including backups, recalls and client feedback.
- Troubleshoot technical issues in the studio and adapt your approach based on what the song, artist or project needs.
- Understand the fundamentals of today’s music and audio business, including publishing basics, royalties, credits, branding and collaboration.
- Take ownership of your professional development, including building a portfolio, networking and setting up sustainable workflows.
Key Facts:
Advanced Diploma in Music Production and Sound Engineering, Mumbai
- Duration: 12 months of teaching (48 weeks of tuition, with short breaks during the year).
- Study mode: Full-time, generally Monday to Friday, with additional access to studios and workstations.
- Location: Abbey Road Institute Mumbai, based at Bay Owl Studios in Khar West.
- Certification: Advanced Diploma in Music Production and Sound Engineering, awarded by Abbey Road Institute.
- Minimum age: 18 at the start of the course.
Applications open for the following course commencement dates:
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- 30th March, 2026
- 10th August, 2026
- 16th November, 2026
To see how the advanced diploma is structured and what you’ll learn across the year, continue to the About the Course tab.
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This course has helped to develop me into a well rounded producer, engineer, and musician. It has helped open doors to career opportunities that I would otherwise not have had access to. I would not be where I am today if it wasn’t for the fantastic team, course, and resources available at Abbey Road Institute London!
Yvan Chambers, Alumni
The course taught me what it means to be a producer and engineer in the industry, I learned things I couldn’t have learned anywhere else.
Marta Di Nozzi, Alumni
Abbey Road Institute trains you to deliver high quality work that matches industry standards.
Martí Canales, Alumni
The Abbey Road Institute helped me to unlock my musical potential.
Cory Lawrence, Alumni
Applying for the diploma was the best thing I could have done for my career. I'm really amazed at how much I learnt in one year.
Lizzie Arnold, Alumni
It’s a unique experience in so many ways, the location, the calibre of guest lecturers and access to Abbey Road Studios for classes is pretty amazing. There aren't many places you get to record a full orchestra!