B.Voc in Music Production and Technology
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Admissions Open
July 2026
Delivery – On Campus
Goa (In-Person)
Duration and Credits
3 Years, 133 Credits
Medium of Instruction
English
Our 3-year program in music production develops versatile music professionals capable of blending technical mastery with creative innovation and professional acumen. Through rigorous training in music sequencing & programming, digital audio workstations, sound design, composition, orchestration, and more, you’ll learn to create, arrange, and produce high quality musical content in a rapidly evolving media and entertainment landscape.
This program prepares you to build a sustainable career in music, directing studio sessions, leveraging emerging technologies, and implementing effective monetization strategies for diverse commercial projects such as advertising jingles, Film and TV scores, and even original music.
Why Choose This Program?
Suited For All Experience Levels
Learn without any prior background in music or production, starting right from the basics.
Study in Goa
Leverage Goa’s vibrant multicultural music landscape to expand your skillset, collaborate with other artists and grow your professional network.
Write Any Music, Anywhere
Develop the skills to write high quality music in any genre with varied equipment, across varied recording environments.
Hands-On Experience
Put your skills to the test through practical production projects, guided music research and a dedicated internship in your final year.
Tailor Your Learning
Hone your skills in a specific genre or style while building relevant professional skills to succeed in the industry.
1-1 Career Support
Get personalised support from us with career planning, networking, CV/portfolio-building and more.
Program Structure
3 Years | 6 Intensive Semesters | 133 Credits Total
Semester 1
MC-1: Music Foundations: Theory and Harmony (3 credits)
- Fundamentals of Music Theory
Develop fluency in music notation, scales, chords, and rhythms through familiarisation, analysis and transcription. Apply music theory concepts using notation software to create accurate, professional-standard music scores. - Harmony I
Learn how chords move and connect to shape music. Practice building chord progressions, harmonizing melodies, and analyzing songs using structured music theory frameworks and tools.
MC-2: Foundations of Music Production (3 credits)
- Introduction to Music Production
Explore the history and evolution of music recording technologies, producers, and music production styles. Apply foundational techniques in recording, analysis, and critical listening while familiarising with industry standard music production terminologies. - Physics and Applied Principles of Sound
Learn the science of acoustics and human hearing, including psychoacoustics and musical instrument acoustics. Apply sound measurement and analysis techniques to solve acoustic problems, and use your knowledge of musical instrument acoustic characteristics to enhance your music arrangements and productions.
MC-3: Musicianship Skills I (4 credits)
- Ear Training and Aural Recognition I
Strengthen pitch, rhythm, and interval recognition through listening, singing, and transcription exercises. Build systematic approaches to aural development while applying the skills gained to analyze and notate simple musical structures. - Indian Raag & Rhythmic Structures I
Discover the foundations of Indian classical music through Raags and Talas. Create melodies and rhythms inspired by tradition while exploring how they connect to modern, popular music. - Ear Training & Aural Recognition II
Train your ears to catch chords, cadences, and progressions in real time. Sing, transcribe, and analyze music with growing accuracy and confidence.
OJT1 – Music Programming Assistant (8 credits)
- Keyboard Techniques I
Build a strong base in music theory, from scales and chords to harmony and rhythm by learning to play the Piano/keyboard. Gain performance skills to understand how music works and apply them directly to your own composing, arranging and music programming. - Keyboard Techniques II
Level up your keyboard skills with advanced scales, chords, and inversions. Play confidently from lead sheets and chord charts while exploring new styles and accompaniments. Begin using the piano keyboard confidently as your music composition and arranging tool. - Music Programming Fundamentals
Learn the principles of MIDI, DAWs, and digital workflows, applying them to music sequencing, arranging, and editing. Build strong foundations in project organization, troubleshooting, and ergonomic practices for music programming. - Sound Engineering Fundamentals
Step into the studio to set up microphones, manage signal flow, and shape sound with EQ, compression, and effects. Build the core recording and engineering skills every music producer needs. - Music Programming & Sequencing
Take your MIDI skills further by shaping realistic performances with expression, automation, and human feel. Work with virtual instruments and sound processing tools to create full arrangements and polished tracks.
Semester 2
MC-4: Musicianship Skills II (4 credits)
- Harmony II
Take your harmonic knowledge to the next level by exploring substitutions, modulations, and modal interchange. Begin applying advanced harmonic techniques in your own compositions, arrangements and reharmonizations. - Ear Training & Aural Recognition III
Advance your ear training with complex rhythms, modal scales, and seventh-chord progressions. Strengthen your music transcription and dictation skills through structured and rigorous practice techniques. - Indian Raag & Rhythmic Structures II
Dive deeper into Indian classical music with advanced Raags and rhythmic studies. Explore improvisation and experiment with fusing Indian traditional musical elements into contemporary music composition and arrangement practices.
MC-5: Music Industry and Society (3 credits)
- Music and Society
Explore how music reflects and shapes culture, identity, and social movements. Analyze case studies and debates around technology, globalization, and cultural exchange in music. - The Business of Music & Musicians
Understand how the music industry works – from revenue models and copyright to publishing and licensing. Gain practical tools to understand music monetization and contracts, engage in negotiations, and build sustainable music careers.
OJT2 – Music Programmer (8 credits)
- Music Production Analysis
Sharpen your critical listening by dissecting music productions across genres and eras. Learn to identify mixing, arrangement, and sound design choices that shape professional tracks. - Music Synthesis & Sampling
Experiment with creating your own sounds using music synthesis and sampling. Learn to design, manipulate, and organize sounds and sample libraries while building creative workflows for music production. - Music Programming Capstone
Bring together all your skills gained in year 1 in a collaborative music showreel project. Showcase your technical and creative expertise through a significant body of music works, which you will present to industry professionals.
Semester 3
MC-6: Advanced Studio Production Techniques (3 credits)
- Advanced Studio Production Techniques
Level up your recording and production skills with advanced multi-track workflows in a professional studio environment. Learn to employ advanced, multi-mic and stereo recording techniques, capture vocals and instruments in various creative contexts, and create professional production documentation. - Electronic Music Production
Dive into electronic music genres, from their history to cutting-edge production trends. Create electronic music that uses genre-specific techniques and meets industry standards.
MC-7: Contemporary Arranging Techniques (4 credits)
- Modern Contemporary Harmony
Work with advanced harmonic tools like slash chords, modal interchange, and reharmonization. Apply these concepts to create fresh progressions and contemporary music arrangements. - Orchestration & Instrumentation
Explore the ranges and musical characteristics of strings, brass, and woodwinds, and learn how to arrange them in different musical genres and styles. Arrange and orchestrate music with authenticity, and prepare professional music scores for recording and production. - Advanced Contemporary Harmony
Take harmony further with reharmonization, substitutions, and chromatic techniques. Apply advanced harmonic systems to create unique and authentic progressions and arrangements for compositions and productions.
MC-8: Musicianship Skills III (3 credits)
- Ear Training & Aural Recognition IV
Strengthen your ear for complex musical perception by transcribing bass lines, chords, and rhythms. Build the aural accuracy and focus needed to prepare for professional transcription and production work. - Ear Training & Aural Recognition V
Train your ear to recognize extended chords and complex harmonic colors. Develop transcription and sight-singing skills that prepare you for professional-level music analysis and production.
OJT3 – Assistant Music Producer (8 credits)
- Sound Design & Advanced Synthesis
Explore granular and wavetable synthesis to craft unique sonic textures. Develop your own soundscape signature while blending synthesis with traditional instruments. - Music Production for Visuals
Discover how music shapes visual storytelling in film, games, and media. Compose, sync, and produce soundtracks while collaborating with creative teams to meet industry deadlines. - Introduction to Composition & Arrangement
Learn the foundations of melody writing, arranging, and orchestration. Compose original works and prepare professional scores adaptable for performance or production. - Emerging Strategies in Media & Entertainment Business
Understand how streaming, IPR, and digital platforms shape today’s music industry. Learn to develop business plans and protect your works in the digital domain to build sustainable careers in music and media.
Semester 4
Mixing MC-9: Mixing and Mastering Techniques (3 credits)
- Mixing & Mastering Techniques
Learn to craft professional mixes and masters with clarity, balance, and impact. Develop the technical and creative skills to deliver release-ready music tracks across genres. - Critical Listening
Sharpen your ears to spot subtle details in EQ, dynamics, and space. Use these skills to analyze productions, evaluate quality, and make confident creative decisions while mixing and mastering music.
MC-10: Emerging Technologies and Professional Practice (3 credits)
- Algorithmic Composition & Beyond
Explore the world of generative music and AI tools in music production. Learn to create original musical works that blend emerging technology and human creativity while considering their artistic and ethical impact. - Professional Industry Seminar
Engage directly with industry experts through live seminars. Build professional networks, gain insider insights, and develop the professional awareness needed to navigate the global music business landscape with confidence.
OJT4 – Music Producer (8 credits )
- Creative Research Project
Design and carry out your own creative research to aid your music production. Present findings, publish professionally, and strengthen expertise in your chosen area of the music industry. - Global Production Practices: Cross-Cultural Collaboration
Work with collaborators from around the world and create music that blends diverse cultural influences. Gain the skills to navigate global production environments with cultural awareness, professionalism and respect. - Music Production Capstone
Bring together all the skills gained in year 2 in a collaborative music showreel project. Showcase your music production prowess through a significant body of production works, which you will present to industry professionals.
Semester 5
MC-11: Composition Techniques I: Genre Exploration (3 credits)
- Composition Techniques I: Genre Exploration
Dive into contemporary music genres and learn how to compose with industry-ready techniques. Create original works that balance artistic vision with client needs and professional expectations.
MC-12: Songwriting Mastery (3 credits)
- Songwriting Mastery
Craft compelling songs that weave together lyrics, melody, rhythm and harmony. Explore advanced songwriting strategies and collaborate with other musicians to create original music with impact and commercial appeal.
MC-13: Advanced Electronic Music Composition (3 credits)
- Advanced Electronic Music Composition
Shape your own electronic sound using advanced synthesis, sampling, composition and production tools. Build a distinctive sonic identity while mastering professional techniques for electronic music creation.
MC-14: Monetization of Music (2 credits)
- Monetization of Music
Learn how to turn creativity into a sustainable revenue source. Explore music entrepreneurship and other revenue models while developing professional systems for financial management and industry negotiations.
OJT5 – Music Director (8 Credits)
- Directing Music & Musicians
Step into the role of music director, leading recording sessions with clarity and confidence. Gain the skills to guide performers, manage studio dynamics, and deliver professional-quality recordings. - Composing for Bands & Artistes
Collaborate directly with artists to write music that highlights their unique strengths. Develop compositions that adapt to different performance contexts while deepening your ability to work creatively with performers.
Semester 6
MC-15: Film Scoring (3 credits)
- Film Scoring
Compose music that brings stories to life on screen. Develop the skills to write, orchestrate, and deliver powerful scores that enhance film narratives and resonate with audiences.
MC-16: Performing Live with Music Tech (3 credits)
- Performing Live with Music Tech
Take the stage with cutting-edge music technology. Design and perform live performances that combine software, hardware, and real-time sound manipulation to deliver dynamic, professional performances.
MC-17: Experimental Music Composition (3 credits)
- Composition Techniques II: Experimental Approaches
Push beyond conventions by composing with found sounds, unconventional instruments, and experimental methods. Learn how to balance innovation with accessibility to create music that is both fresh and effective.
OJT6 – Music Composer (8 credits)
- Music Composition Capstone
Bring together everything you’ve learned to produce a polished portfolio of original works. Showcase your versatility across genres, refine your artistic voice, and present professional-quality compositions and recordings ready for industry review. - Industry Internship
Step directly into the music industry with a professional internship. Apply your academic learning in real-world contexts, collaborate with industry stakeholders, and build networks while gaining hands-on experience that shapes your career path.
Faculty
Nilesh Thomas
Sound Engineer | Apple Distinguished Educator
M.Mus Tech (University of Newcastle, Australia) I Certified Master Trainer (Media & Entertainment Skills Council)
Faculty – Sound Engineering, Music Education
Nitish Rambhadran
Music Producer & Composer | Music Educator | Piano Instructor
Bachelors in Computer Applications (MIT Pune) | Music Production and Orchestration
Faculty – Music Composition, Production & Harmony
Nathan Fernandes
Session Guitarist | Music Educator
BPA in Contemporary Performance
Faculty – Ear Training, Music Theory
Ali Aiman
Music Producer | Pianist | Composer
B.Mus – Contemp. Writing & Production (Berklee, Boston)
Adjunct Faculty – Harmony, Arrangement & Composition
Sharon Paul
Music Producer | Composer | Music Director
BA in Music, Berklee College of Music
Adjunct Faculty – Songwriting
Zainab Wani
Music Producer | DJ | Ableton Certified Instructor
BDS (Sharda University)
Adjunct Faculty – Electronic Music Production
Prarthana Sen
MD Operations – Neon Culture
MA – Music & Management (University of Leeds, UK)
Adjunct Faculty – Media & Entertainment Business
Anisha Lakshmanan
Singer-Songwriter | Producer | Performer
M.Mus – Contemporary Performance (Berklee, Valencia)
Adjunct Faculty – Music & Contextual Studies
Amanda Trott
Music Educator I Performer I Music Technologist
MA Music Industry Studies, (University of Liverpool)
Adjunct Faculty – Music Business & Music Education
Aniket Gundewar
Indian Classical Guitarist | Music Producer | Audio Engineer
Adjunct Faculty – Indian Raag Studies
Amarnath Hazarika
Guitarist | Composer | Music Director
B.Mus – Jazz Composition (Berklee, Boston)
Adjunct Faculty – Harmony, Arranging & Composition
Tanmoy Guha (a.k.a Dhi Harmony)
Music Producer | Composer | Vocalist
B.Mus Music Production (VU, India) I Certified Master Trainer (Media & Entertainment Skills Council)
Adjunct Faculty – Music Composition & Production
Career Progression
As a graduate of the B.Voc in Music Production, you’ll be equipped to create innovative, high quality musical content for a variety of commercial purposes and earn from it. The following are examples roles this course prepares you for:
Independent Artist/Producer
Create original music for your own independent moniker, or musical band/group & grow your brand as an artist.
Commercial Music Producer/Composer
Help bring other musicians’ creative visions to life or create IP for commercial use in advertising & digital content.
Music Composer/
Director
Write, compose, arrange and record music for blockbuster films, OTT Productions & Television.
Interactive Media
Composer
Develop dynamic music and audio for video games, virtual reality experiences and more.
Who Should Apply
This program is ideal for musicians/non-musicians interested in:
Creating, publishing and earning from their own music
Scoring for films, television shows and video games.
Creating and licensing musical IP for advertising or other commercial purposes
Admissions & Eligibility
Minimum:
12th Pass or equivalent
Passion for music & music creation
Recommended:
Knowledge of a musical instrument
Any other background in music or production
FAQ’s
Is there any age restriction for admission?
There is no lower or upper age limit for enrolment, however you must, at minimum, have completed grade 12.
Can I do the program fully online?
This program is delivered entirely from our campus in Margao, Goa. All classes require in-person attendance, as well as any practical coursework and internships.
Do you provide placements/internships?
Students in their third year will be placed in a 3-6 month internship at a music studio/record label/other either of their choice or chosen by the institution. Opportunities to work on commercial productions as well as networking opportunities will be regularly provided.
Can I pay fees in instalments?
Fees are due either in full or on a semester basis after you are issued admission with us on a predetermined date. Limited 3 month instalment plans may be available in special circumstances. Please contact our admissions team for more information.
Are there any additional fees or costs?
The total program fee will be paid through the MSU portal. A one-time registration fee of INR 2,000 and examination fee of INR 2,500 per semester will be additionally charged.
Do you provide on-campus accommodation?
We do not provide on-campus accommodation, but can assist you with arranging a PG or rented flat depending on your budget and preferences. Reach out to our admissions team for more information.
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