The Master of Science in Audio Engineering at Belmont University is designed for those with a passion for sound and a background in music production, computing, or engineering. You will delve into the intricacies of acoustic and electro-acoustic measurement, studio systems, and sound design for mixed media, gaining advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills. This postgraduate degree offers a focused curriculum that prepares you to excel in specialized areas of audio, whether your goal is commercial application, industrial research, or further academic pursuits in this dynamic field.
This full-time, on-campus Master's degree is structured over five consecutive semesters, including summers, totaling thirty credit hours. You will engage in hands-on learning through courses like Concert Sound Mixing and Mastering, and have the opportunity to complete a culminating project, either a Thesis Practicum or an Applied Practice Review, under faculty guidance. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of audio signal processing, digital audio, and auditory perception, ready for careers in audio engineering, music production, sound design, and related technical roles.