Hands-on programme for individuals passionate about working with music and sound, as artists, composers, producers, sound engineers, or in film and media. Explore how AI enhances production with automated adjustments and creative tools.
You will learn about the role of AI technology in music production, including tools that can generate music. We focus on both AI-driven music generation tools and sound processing tools that use AI, such as noise reduction and post-production technologies for film.
Students gain hands-on experience with these tools and plugins available on the school’s computers. We also stay updated on industry developments and purchase relevant new tools to support learning.
AI is used to simplify and streamline processes in music production and sound processing. AI tools can generate music, remove noise, and assist with sound post-production for film and TV. As a sound and music producer, you will use AI to save time and improve the quality of your productions.
AI enables you to explore new creative solutions and optimize your workflow, while keeping you updated on the latest technologies in the industry.
This programme teaches you to work in a professional studio, master music production basics, and understand how sound and music integrate into various media. Offered in Bergen and Oslo, you will have access to well-equipped studios from morning to evening. You will join a community of passionate peers, with instructors who have extensive industry experience and are actively engaged on campus.
The course focuses on practical learning, with assignments and assessments based on real-world projects. You will build a diverse portfolio, contributing to individual and group sound and music production projects in different roles.
After graduating from the Sound and Music Production programme, you could go on to pursue roles such as:
In the first year, you will cover a broad range of topics that will equip you with the necessary skills for various tasks in the industry. These topics include composition, music production, music and sound theory, and sound design for media.
During the second year, you can choose to specialize in either composition or sound engineering. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to participate in Noroff Records, a student-run record label that releases songs created by Noroff students. The company is divided into two departments. Noroff Records has licensing agreements with Edda Music in Bergen and Musikkoperatørene in Oslo. These companies will provide training in promotion and marketing in association with the music releases from Noroff Records Oslo and Noroff Records Bergen. You can find a comprehensive list of the releases here.
Read more about the study program in our course catalog:
First-year subjects include:
Second-year subjects (Technical Track):
Second-year subjects (Composition Track):
| School: | Noroff Higher Vocational College (Noroff Fagskole) |
| Application deadline: | Continuous admission. Applications are processed in the order they are submitted. |
| Language of instruction: | Norwegian/English |
| Accreditations: | Approved for loans and grants from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen). Accredited by NOKUT. |
| Degree: | Higher Professional Degree |
| Credits: | 120 ECVET |
We recommend the following:
Laptop:
Audio Interface:
Headphones:
Additional requirements for year 2:
Noroff has ongoing admissions, and applications are processed in the order they are received. The earlier you apply, the earlier you can secure a study place.
To qualify for the program, you must have general study competence or vocational education with a professional certificate. It is also possible to apply based on recognized prior learning.
For international students, depending upon which country you have received your education from, the requirements will differ. Please use this website where you can find the specific requirements for your country at the bottom of the page.
All our study programs are approved for loans and grants from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund (Lånekassen). You can apply to the Loan Fund for basic support (loan and grant; NOK 151,690) and tuition fees (NOK 77,192).
As an adult student, you can receive loans and grants from the State Educational Loan Fund. This also applies if you work while studying.
As a main rule, you must be a Norwegian citizen to receive support from the Norwegian State Educational Fund. However, foreign citizens may also be entitled to financial support. Check here to see if you are eligible.
After completing two years in Oslo or Bergen, you can pursue a third year at one of our partner schools abroad and earn a bachelor's degree. You have the option to choose between the BIMM Institute in London and several other cities or the University of South Wales in Cardiff.
Former Noroff student is the film composer for the family film 'Birk & Magna - Gruvens Mørke Hemmelighet': - It feels completely surreal!
– Becoming an artist has always been a dream, and when I faced the choice of where I wanted to study, I was pretty sure that Noroff was the right choice.
Michelle Ullestad has had a busy festival summer, and in 2022, she could be "Årets Urørt" (This Year's Urørt) during the P3 Gull awards ceremony on September 29th.
