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Music is not just an art form, it’s a business. USC’s Music major is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to integrate into the music industry as a professional in a variety of roles.

In this major, you will create new musical works with a variety of songwriting, performance, and production outcomes to learn how to collaborate and communicate with creative practitioners. Learn about all aspects of the modern music economy, including music management, intellectual property management, public relations, and more.

You’ll be taught by world-class music industry practitioners including ARIA award-winning artists, Gold Record holders, and emerging leaders in research.

You will have opportunities for community and industry-facing outcomes and build a profile in the industry. Develop your music production and sound design skills by managing recording sessions in USC’s custom-built recording and editing studios.

Major (8)

For a major in Music, students must successfully complete 8 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
MUS101 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
MUS102 Science Research Methods
MUS200 Communication and Thought
MUS201 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
MUS202 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
MUS203 Science Research Methods
MUS301 Intro to Songwriting and Performance
MUS300 Performance 1

Minor (4)

For a minor in Music, students must successfully complete 4 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
MUS101 Performance 2
MUS200 Music and Pop Culture
MUS201 Music and Sound for Screen
MUS202 Songwriting 2