Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology

About Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology

Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology (OIART) is an audio engineering and music production school located in the Westminster neighbourhood of London, Ontario. Serving students from across the region and around the world, the school provides an immersive 11-month Audio Recording Technology Program designed to prepare individuals for careers in the audio industry. The curriculum offers hands-on training in three primary disciplines: music production, live sound and event production, and audio for visual media. Students gain over 1,300 hours of experience using on-site facilities that include eight studios. Specific technical training includes studio recording techniques, audio post-production, location sound recording, mastering, and the use of audio consoles and signal flow. The school emphasizes a collaborative environment with small class sizes where students work with industry-leading instructors to develop both creative and technical skills. Established in 1983, OIART describes itself as a leader in audio engineering education with over 40 years of experience. The school highlights its high completion and graduate employment rates based on KPI survey results. The program is designed to be all-inclusive, with tuition covering lab fees, textbooks, parking passes, and student activity fees. Prospective students can apply online for free, and the school offers campus tours for those seeking more information.