Music & Technology Bachelor's Degree

Catalyze Career Success

The program's alumni work as sound engineers, producers, composers, orchestrators, programmers, instrument designers, studio proprietors, sound designers, and audio content developers.

Professional Outcomes

The program's curricula position students and alumni at the forefront of innovation, equipping them with the technical skills sought after by today’s employers. Recognizing our alumni's expertise, leading companies—from startups to industry giants—hire them into prominent roles.

• Lead Audio Technician, Disney ABC Television Group

• Audio Engineer, NBC Universal

• Project Manager in Global Product Creative, Netflix

• Researcher with Experiments in Art and Technology, Nokia Bell Labs

• Mastering Engineer, Sony

• Digital Multimedia Editor, Time

• Vice President of Digital, Ultra Records

• Post Production Coordinator, Vice Media

Internships

Our prime location in Hoboken, adjacent to New York City, provides students with unparalleled opportunities to pursue internships in their fields of interest.

• Pulse Music

• Harvestworks Digital Media

• PowerStation

• Sesame Street

• Electric Lady Studios

• MTV

• NBC Universal

PhD Programs

Given their theoretical insights and practical knowledge, graduates of the music and technology program who are interested in furthering their education secure placements in elite programs.

• Juilliard

• Rutgers Mason Gross School of the Arts

Tech-Powered Curriculum

Expect an environment that celebrates collaboration and exploration. Music and technology students record and mix with professional tools, form collaborative ensembles, undertake private study of their instrument of choice, design and compose sound for media, and experiment with electronic music production techniques across genres.

What does the four-year study plan entail?

Across semesters, the program hones students' skills, helping them become the best musicians possible. The rigorous curriculum includes courses in music theory, history, composition, production, sound design, electronic music, instrumental proficiency, and technological innovation.

See a semester by semester break down of the music and technology bachelor's degree in Stevens' academic catalog.

What is the “Creative Collaboration” sequence?

In this sequence of three courses, students form a band or ensemble and work together to produce, perform, and record original music.

• Form bands and ensembles to learn theory and practice

• Develop skills in musical dynamics, languages, and systems

• Refine and record original music with studio time and critique

What is the “Creation Bucket?”

Taken by all music and technology majors, these courses develop skills in musical composition and performance. Students take three courses from the following list:

• Programming in Max

• Music Composition

• Electroacoustic Composition

• Techno Music Composition

• Orchestration

• Electronic Music

• Spatial Music Applications

• Creating Musical Arrangements

• Using Audio Techniques

Space to Create

The music and technology facilities foster students' creative practices by introducing them to industry standard technology. These spaces provide a rich environment where students can explore their talents and develop professional skills.

• The HASS Sound Studio houses an SSL Matrix console, a selection of outboard processing equipment, and a 9 ft. Baldwin grand piano. In this highly flexible space, students explore the dynamic worlds of sound recording, sound design and creative collaboration. 

• Kidde CTRL is designed for critical listening and mixing. This space features an SSL AWS 924 analog console, ATC speakers, and 5.1 channel surround sound. 

• The Stevens Electronic Music & Immersive Audio Lab, better known as the SEMIA Lab, hosts a variety of analog synthesizers, a Genelec 8.2 channel surround ring and Adam A77X speakers, allowing for stereo mixing capabilities.

• The Sound Synthesis Research Center (SSRC), led by world-renowned guitarist Carlos Alomar, hosts a state of the art, fully equipped project studio featuring a wide range of synthesizers, sound libraries, MIDI controllers and audio processors.

• The Kidde Keyboard Lab hosts our Keyboard Studies sequence and features 16 digital pianos for private and group lessons, as well as a grand piano.

• Our sound treated practice rooms provide students with instruments and gear needed for group rehearsals and private lessons.

Application Process

Prospective students are encouraged to visit the Undergraduate Admissions website to learn more about the application process. Here, you can learn how to apply, see an admissions timeline, and schedule campus visit.

We believe in every applicant deserves the opportunity to showcase their talents and skills. For this reason, we strongly encourage applicants to the music and technology program to submit a portfolio. We've answered all the frequently asked questions about our portfolio submission and review process so you can know what to expect.

Meet the Faculty