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Screen Scoring (MM) at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

The two-semester MM in Screen Scoring focuses on composing, orchestrating, programming, conducting, producing, recording, mixing, editing and integrating music for motion pictures, television, video games, internet and other new visual media, with classes in technology and the business of film.

Faculty: Thornton School of Music  |  Duration: Two semesters; 36 units  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Program intensive courses (32 units) include Advanced Scoring for Motion Pictures and Television, Orchestral Scoring, Advanced Game Scoring and Integration, History of Film Scoring and Recording, Mixing and Editing for the Screen Composer, plus 4 units of individual instruction, a practicum and a portfolio of original scores.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission to Thornton programs is granted through the USC admission process; applicants are screened by faculty selection committees.

Duration: Two semesters; 36 units

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