About SAE

SAE Institute was established as The School of Audio Engineering (SAE) in October 1976 by engineer/producer Tom Misner, who in doing so developed the world's first combined practical and theoretical curriculum in audio engineering. Our unique education system remains the only one of its kind in the world and has since expanded to offer programs in other curriculums such as digital film making, digital journalism, electronic music production, home studio production, hip hop production, digital video production, web site production and other creative medias. Our first courses began humbly in our own 4-track recording studio however, over the past three decades, SAE has developed into a world-wide network of campuses, boasting some of the most advanced equipment and facilities available to students studying in the creative media industries.

• To be the world leader in private post-secondary education for creative media technologies.

• We provide specialist vocational and higher education courses worldwide to inspire and develop our graduates.
• Our courses emphasise practical experience and the needs of students and industry.
• Our students access the latest knowledge and outstanding facilities to enhance their skills.
• We are globally networked as a professional community in creative media.

• Commitment to professional excellence: in learning and teaching; creative development; and student support
• A culture of creativity and innovation
• Teamwork and collegiality
• A global perspective with respect for individual differences and diverse cultures
• The application of technical mastery and analytical skill to working environments
• Entrepreneurialism to achieve sustainable growth
• Open intellectual enquiry and lifelong learning

• Excellence in our courses and the quality of the student experience.
• Students are supported to achieve industry-relevant skills and employment.
• Sustainable organisational growth and development.
• Making our global links benefit students, staff and the Institute.
• Commitment to quality, efficiency and improvement in all our operations.

• Emeritus Professor Zbys Klich, PhD, Chair
• Professor Michael Bridger, Vice Chair
• Mr Mehdi Benkirane, BA (Hons), Group Academic Coordinator Benelux
• Mr Matt Ogden, BA (Hons), Academic Coordinator
• Dr Joana Wroblewska, PhD, independent academic representative
• Mr Gordon Todd, MA, independent academic representative
• Mr Andreas Oszkiel, MA, independent academic representative
• Mr Bruce Gibb, Audio Industry Representative
• Mr Assi Weitz, Mag Phil, Film Industry Representative