Bachelor of science + Master of Fine Arts (Recording Arts and Technologies)

Well qualified students who are pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Audio Production may be eligible to enroll in the B.S/M.F.A. Accelerated Bachelor’s to Master's (ABM) program. The ABM program allows students to earn credit toward the Master of Fine Arts in Recording Arts and Technologies that also counts toward the Bachelor of Science in Audio Production. During their senior year, students majoring in Audio Production may take up to 12 credits (four classes) in the M.F.A. program. These courses will count as both elective courses in the Audio Production undergraduate degree AND as required courses in the M.F.A. program. Tuition for graduate ABM Pathway classes will be at the undergraduate tuition rate until completion of the undergraduate degree.

Career path

This M.F.A. helps foster and develop creativity and trains students in technology for advanced work in audio/music engineering or related fields that could be described as “entertainment technology.” Graduates can use the degree program to excel in professional pursuits such as Audio post-production engineer Audio studio design and installation Broadcast audio, Independent audio contractor, Live sound engineer, Manufacturer audio product specialist, Mastering engineer, Media specialist, Recording studio engineer, Recording studio manager, Retail audio sales, Sound design for film/video, University professor

Eligibility

Post Study Work Visa

Post Study Work Visa availability - YES

Admission Requirements

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Middle Tennessee State University below
  • WASSCE/A level Certificate 
  • School Transcript
  • Passport
  • Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Middle Tennessee State University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes

September, 2025

From January, 2025 to June, 2025

Open

January, 2026

From January, 2025 to October, 2025

Open

September, 2026

From May, 2025 to June, 2026

Open