Overview

The Creative Music Technology programme at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) will give you the opportunity to boost your creativity, develop your skills, and increase your knowledge of an exciting field, all while giving you access to cutting edge studios and facilities.

What will I learn?

Most music that surrounds us today is made utilizing different technologies and computer tools. With our master’s degree in Creative Music Technology you will develop a solid, professional foundation and expertise at the forefront of these technologies, and you get to delve deep into unchartered creative possibilities that new audio technology can offer.

What can I become?

Students with a master's degree in music technology from NTNU have pursued a number of professions: music producer, sound designer, audio lead for video games, acoustic consultant, sound artist, laptop teacher, researcher, sound technician in radio / TV and theatre composer. More often than not the specialization you choose during your master's contributes to your job opportunities in the related field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ear training for digital audio production

Electronic Music

Studio Production

Audio Technology and Room Acoustics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Trondheim, Norway

Disciplines

Music Sound Engineering View 5 other Masters in Music in Norway

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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90

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62

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be eligible for admission, you must have obtained a bachelor's degree in music technology or an equivalent degree. If you have a different background but think you are qualified, you will be able to apply and get an individual assessment of your previous qualifications. For students without previous knowledge in audio programming (Csound), we offer a week long, intensive introduction before the start of the course.
You need a grade average of C to be considered for admission, where the average is based in the courses included in your specialization.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

198800 NOK / year

≈ 198800 NOK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Trondheim

Norway

10387 - 16650 NOK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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What will I learn?

What can I become?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Trondheim

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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