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Music Technology, MS

Master of Science

Course Delivery
100% Online
Total Credits
30
In-State Tuition Per Credit
$515.00
Out of State Tuition Per Credit
$681.00

Music Technology, MS

Master of Science

Music technology uses modern mechanical applications to enhance musical experience. This knowledge is used in many fields, including the entertainment industry, education, and therapy.

The IU Online Master of Science in Music Technology exposes you to coursework in computer-based music technology, multimedia and interactive design, and multimedia production techniques. You also complete either an internship in arts technology or a major arts technology project. You acquire skills in designing software, in authoring tools and languages, in applying multimedia concepts, and in managing technology facilities and projects. The curriculum establishes the creative application of multimedia technology to video, audio, and graphic production of arts and educational materials.

Your IU Online MS in Music Technology prepares you for such careers as:

Producer
Audio engineer
Studio manager
Sound technician
Live sound engineer
Mixed media specialist
Studio designer
Music editor
Broadcast engineer
Production assistant

As a graduate of the program, you will be equipped to work in education or in the industry as a member of computer-based training, computer-based education, multimedia design, and/or interactive technology teams.

Degree Requirements

To graduate with the MS in Music Technology, you must complete 30 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

Music technology core courses (18 credit hours)
Cognate courses (6 credit hours)
Elective courses (6 credit hours)

Courses

Core

MUS-N 512	Foundations of Music Productions	3 Credits
MUS-N 513	Principles of Music Technology	3 Credits
MUS-N 514	Music Technology Methods	3 Credits
MUS-N 515	Multimedia Design Application in the Arts	3 Credits
MUS-N 516	Advanced Interactive Design Applications in the Arts	3 Credits
MUS-N 517	Internship in Arts Technology	3 Credits
MUS-N 518	Arts Technology Development Project	3 Credits
MUS-N 519	Digital Sound Design for Multimedia I	3 Credits
MUS-N 520	Digital Sound Design for Multimedia II	3 Credits
MUS-N 521	Research Methods in Music and Multi-media	3 Credits
MUS-N 522	Techniques for Music Performance, Teaching, and Production at a Distance	3 Credits
MUS-N 523	Historical Foundations of Music Technology	3 Credits

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Tuition & Fees

Cost for Indiana Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $515.00

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $1545.00

Note: Additional fees will apply.

Cost for Out of State Residents

Per Credit Hour
Tuition: $681.00

3 Credit Hours
Tuition: $2043.00

In accordance with Federal Financial Aid requirements, IU has calculated a “Cost of Attendance” for this program based on the most common enrollments from students who are enrolled full time for the academic year. We’re showing you the estimated cost of attendance for the full 2023–24 academic year (fall and spring semesters). Cut these numbers in half to figure out the cost of a single semester. Your actual costs for housing and food, books and supplies, transportation, and personal expenses will vary based on:

• The number of credit hours you take
• Whether you’re an Indiana resident
• Your personal choices
• Your travel habits

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Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,570

Books & Supplies $770

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

Indirect Costs:

Food & Housing $15,570

Books & Supplies $280

Transportation $2350

Personal Expenses $2200

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