Bachelor's in Music Production Degree
- Campus
- Online
Create, Record and Produce Music for the Media Industry
The Bachelor of Arts in Music Production at GCU is designed to help you develop the skills needed to create, record and produce music for today’s evolving media and entertainment industries. This music production degree blends foundational music theory with hands-on training in modern production techniques, which can prepare you to work in film, television, digital media and live performance.
In this bachelor’s degree in music production, you will refine your creative voice while building technical expertise in recording, editing, mixing and postproduction. The music production program explores both classical and contemporary styles, giving you the opportunity to work across genres while gaining experience with industry-standard tools and technologies.
Up to 90 credits, only 84 can be lower division
Credits: Fill out the Lopes Eval to find out what will transfer
Admission Requirements (Bachelor's)
- 16+ years old
- High School Graduate
- 3.0+ Unweighted GPA
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
- ACT: 19
- SAT: 1000*
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
*Math and reading only on a 1600 point scale (test date after 3/1/2016). SAT score of 1380 required for 2400 point scale (test date before 3/1/2016).
Why Earn Your Bachelor's in Music Production at GCU?
At GCU, your music production experience goes beyond technical training; this undergraduate degree is grounded in a Christian worldview that encourages purpose-based creativity. You will have the opportunity to engage in a curriculum that integrates faith, creativity and academic excellence, helping you develop both professionally and personally. Knowledgeable faculty bring practical insight into the classroom, guiding you as you refine your artistic voice and technical abilities.
Throughout this music production degree program, you will explore areas such as recording, sound design, video production and music business. The GCU Recording Studio, Canyon Activity Center and various practice rooms are some of the resources available to our music students to make the most of their musical development. Program emphasis is placed on collaboration, critical thinking and ethical decision-making, preparing you to navigate the evolving entertainment landscape.
GCU’s Recording Studio is equipped with industry-standard hardware and software so you can put your skills in recording, mixing and postproduction to work. As a campus student, you can benefit from hands-on learning, collaborative opportunities and access to a vibrant creative community.
Earn your online music production degree with flexible coursework designed to fit your schedule. This music production online degree allows you to build technical and creative skills from virtually anywhere without compromising academic quality.
Complete your bachelor’s degree in music production at competitive tuition rates, making your education more affordable. Explore financial aid and scholarship opportunities and invest in a music production program designed to support your academic and career goals.
Bachelor’s Degree in Music Production Coursework
This music production degree features a curriculum designed to develop both your creative and technical abilities. You will be taught key concepts in music, audio technology and media production while building skills relevant to today’s evolving music industry.
Core course topics you will cover in this program include:
Music Theory and Ear Training
Build a strong foundation in music theory, including scales, chords, notation and ear training to support composition and production.
Digital Audio Workstations
Develop proficiency in industry-standard tools like Pro Tools and Logic Pro for recording, editing and mixing audio.
Songwriting and Arranging
Explore songwriting techniques, song structure and arranging for contemporary and worship music across various styles.
Audio and Music Production
Dive into the full production process, including recording, sound design, mixing and postproduction for music and media.
Film and Video Production
Gain experience creating audio for film, television and digital media, including scoring and on-set sound production.
Music Business and Copyright
Examine the business side of the industry, including branding, licensing, copyright law and ethical media practices.
Related Music Degrees
If music is your passion but music production isn’t your calling, review our other music bachelor’s degrees and discover the right program for you.
What Can You Do With a Music Production Degree?
A music production degree can prepare you to pursue a variety of roles within the music, media and entertainment industries. Graduates of this bachelor’s in music production program may apply their creative and technical skills in settings such as recording studios, live performance venues, education and digital media production.
Career paths for graduates with a degree in music production may include:
Disc jockey
Sound engineering technician
Postsecondary art, drama and music teacher
Music director
Median annual wage for music directors and composers as of May 2024(See disclaimer 1)
Number of openings for music directors and composers projected each year, on average, from 2024 to 2034(See disclaimer 2)
Earn Your Music Production Degree From an Accredited University
GCU has been institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1968. The College of Arts and Media shares the university’s commitment to upholding the principles and standards established by our accrediting bodies.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Program Curriculum
General Education Requirements
Core Courses
Take the next step toward earning your online music production degree and begin developing the skills to create, record and produce music with purpose. Pursue your passion in a program grounded in faith, creativity and academic excellence.
- The earnings referenced were reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (“BLS”), Music Directors and Composers, as of May 2024, retrieved March 2026. Due to COVID-19, data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. BLS calculates the median using salaries of workers nationwide with varying levels of education and experience. It does not reflect the earnings of GCU graduates as music directors and composers, nor does it reflect earnings of workers in one city or region of the country or a typical entry-level salary. Median income is the statistical midpoint for the range of salaries in a specific occupation. It is very unlikely that a median salary will reflect an entry-level salary. It represents what you would earn if you were paid more money than half the workers in an occupation, and less than half the workers in an occupation. It may give you a basis to estimate what you might earn at some point if you enter this career. Grand Canyon University can make no guarantees on individual graduates’ salaries. Your employability will be determined by numerous factors over which GCU has no control, such as the employer the graduate chooses to apply to, the graduate’s experience level, individual characteristics, skills, etc. against a pool of candidates.
- COVID-19 has adversely affected the global economy and data from 2020 to 2023 may be atypical compared to prior years. Accordingly, data shown is effective August 2025, which can be found here: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Music Directors and Composers, retrieved March 2026.