专业详情

Change How We Hear the World

The Master of Arts in Sound Arts and Industries is a one-year, dynamic and immersive graduate program that fosters creativity and critical thinking, catering to a diverse group of students, including media storytellers, musicians, artists, designers, and scholars. It is designed to nurture and develop the creative talents of those whose practice revolves around the art and science of sound. This program explores the intricate and diverse world of sonic expression and equips students with the skills and knowledge required to excel in the evolving landscape of sound arts and industries, making it an innovative and intensive experience.

THE PLACE FOR SOUND

The MA in Sound Arts and Industries is a one-year master’s program for media storytellers, artists, designers, theorists and others who place sonic expression at the center of their practice.

BLOG AND PODCAST

SCREEN AND STAGE

Immerse yourself in the world of audio production and technology with 24/7 access to studio spaces, complete with industry standard recording, editing, and production tools. Develop hands-on expertise in recording, editing, mixing, and mastering techniques, empowering you to craft top-tier sonic content while enjoying an ideal environment for experimentation and project development.

FACILITIES

ACADEMY AND INDUSTRY

Showcase your voice in podcasts, installations, documentaries, sonic essays and film soundtracks. We have dedicated staff to put you in touch with exciting internships in sound industries from radio to TV and film, from theatre to gaming.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAM

The MA in Sound Arts and Industries at Northwestern University integrates sound theory and history with contemporary sound practice in the Chicago area’s dynamic sound, music, film and podcasting scenes.

CURRICULUM

FACULTY

Our faculty is a diverse and dynamic team comprised of academics and professionals from a wide range of fields, including Radio-Television-Film, Theatre, Music Theory & Cognition, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Podcasting, Journalism, Acoustical Engineering, and Sound Engineering. This eclectic blend of expertise ensures that our students receive a well-rounded and comprehensive education.

FACULTY

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Admission is competitive and space is limited.
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ADMISSION