A student who plans to work in a recording studio may benefit from the course material and hands-on experience from an audio engineering program. Such programs are often a stepping stone for higher education or better job prospects.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.

Online or distance learning refers to the use of electronic media and information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. With online learning, one can access education at any time and from any location with an available internet connection.