The major prepares students for work in the sound recording and production industry across several platforms and is responsive to contemporary industry demands for a more specific and hands-on educational background.
In addition to core courses in music theory, history and application, students learn a broad range of audio production techniques applicable to music, theatre, and electronic media, as well as the opportunity to pursue further subjects on the physics of sound and music, the art of songwriting, and the business of music.
During their studies, students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through internships at the many arts and broadcasting organizations in Central New York.
Outcomes
Ability to appraise live and recorded musical performances as active and discerning listeners through critical listening skills
Learn about tactics, tools and considerations involved in audio recording and producing sound for live performances
Gain a greater understanding of the business of music
Career Opportunities
Music producer
Sound engineer/designer
Digital audio editor
Radio broadcast engineer
Live sound mixes engineer
Live sound systems engineer
Instrument technician
Acoustical consultant
Dialogue editor (film, TV, and games)
Recording studio manager
Record producer
Sound designer (games, tech and theatre)
Audio programmer (video games)
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
January 2025
School of Communication, Media and the Arts
7060 State Route 104,
OSWEGO,
New York,
13126, United States
Applicant possesses the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma.
Applicant demonstrates a minimum grade point average (GPA) equivalent to 2.5 on a 4.0 grading scale.
An English proficiency score of 71 TOEFL or 6.0 IELTS is required for non-native speakers of English. A Duolingo English Score (DET) of 100 is also currently accepted. Additional scores may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
99 percent of SUNY Oswego graduates are employed or continuing education within six months, and 91 percent work in the field of their choice.
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