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Music Production and Recording Arts

The Bachelor’s of Science program is designed to prepare students for careers in Music Production and Recording Arts, with transferable audio skills applicable to Film, Television, Radio, Gaming, Theatre and Multi-Media professions.

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Key Facts

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Degree

(BS) Music Production and Recording Arts

Course Credits: 120

Degree Duration

4 Years :

4 Years (Direct Route)

4 Years :

1 year pathway + 3 years degree (major)

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Pathways Available

International Year One

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Start Dates

January | May | September

Degree Overview

The program is is housed in a dedicated multi-studio complex on our Dobbs Ferry campus.

Students are able to specialize in topics including: music recording and production; music mixing & mastering; sound for gaming and animation; remote recording and more.

Students will learn from a faculty of industry professionals bringing “real world” experience to the classroom. Through a “hands-on” curriculum and project based learning, students develop practical skills while acquiring the critical theoretical knowledge needed to adapt to future technologies.

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Important
  • You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, Stationary and additional resources.

Why Study this Degree

Active, hands-on and project-based learning to prepare you to get started in the industry right away.

Technical skills to work with current technology and adapt to new technology

Learn how to create and present professional quality music and audio recordings.

Your Pathways

The International Year One is the perfect pathway if you want a undergraduate degree from a UK, EU or US University but do not meet the requirements for direct entry.

The IY1 course provides an intensive combination of first year University subject modules with English language skills.

Following successful completion of the IY1 you will continue onto your second year degree study directly with the University of your choice.

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Key Dates and Fees

Key Dates

 

International Year One – Pre-Sessional English Entry Route

Intake I-20 Request Deadline Arrival to Mercy Program Start Date
Fall 2024 Aug 12, 2024 Sep 03, 2024 Sep 03, 2024
Spring 2025 Jan 02, 2025 Jan 21, 2025 Jan 21, 2025
Summer 2025 May 05, 2025 May 27, 2025 May 27, 2025

 

Undergraduate and Graduate

The following intake dates are applicable for both Direct Entry and the University Pathway Program route.

Intake Application Deadline I-20 Request Deadline Arrival to Mercy Program Start Date
Fall 2024 July 29, 2024 Aug 12, 2024 Sep 03, 2024 Sep 03, 2024
Spring 2025 Dec 16, 2024 Jan 02, 2025 Jan 21, 2025 Jan 21, 2025
Summer 2025 * Apr 21, 2025 May 05, 2025 May 27, 2025 May 27, 2025

* Business Graduate Pathway Program students starting in the summer follow the direct entry arrival and program start dates below.

Graduate Business Programs Direct Entry Route *

Intake Application Deadline I-20 Request Deadline Arrival to Mercy Program Start Date
Fall 2024 Aug 5, 2024 Aug 19, 2024 Sep 06, 2024 Sep 06, 2024
Winter 2025 ** Oct 21, 2024 Nov 04, 2024 Nov 22, 2024 Nov 22, 2024
Spring 2025 Jan 20, 2025 Feb 03, 2025 Feb 21, 2025 Feb 21, 2025
Summer 2025 Apr 21, 2025 May 05, 2025 May 23, 2025 May 23, 2025

* Applicable for a select number of graduate programs including:
Master of Science in Business Analytics (STEM)
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
** The Master of Science in Business Analytics program does not have a winter intake available

Annual Tuition Fees

Study Route Tuition Fees (2024-25)
Mercy University International Undergraduate Pathway $20,518 – $23,018
Mercy University International Graduate Pathway $12,814 – $15,614
Undergraduate Direct Entry $21,980
Graduate Direct Entry $1,040 -$1,065/ credit

Please note: Additional fees may apply. Dates and fees are subject to change.

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The three-floor campus was opened in 2019, offering high-tech spaces and facilities across 95,000 square feet to make your study at Mercy University an amazing experience. With easy access to transit around Manhattan, and further, it’s quick and easy to get to campus. It’s truly the bustling heart of business, culture and education on the US eastern seaboard.