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 BS in Digital Audio Technology

Master the art and science of sound. At USV, you’ll learn recording, mixing, composition, and sound design — building a portfolio that proves you can create for music, film, and games.

 On-Campus or 100% Online

ALUMNI SUCCESS

Program Overview

The Digital Audio Technology program equips you with the skills to create and shape sound for a variety of professional applications. With a strong focus on audio production and interactive audio, you’ll gain hands-on experience in recording, editing, mixing, and mastering sound for music, media, and immersive environments. The program also emphasizes interactive audio design and audio implementation for interactive media production, preparing you to work in areas such as video games, virtual reality, and other dynamic media experiences.

What you'll learn:

Recording, mixing, and mastering

Digital audio workstations and production tools

Sound design for film, games, and interactive media

Music composition and scoring

Collaborative production workflows

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the BS in Digital Audio Technology will be able to:

Articulate and demonstrate audio production principles and best practices through the development of effective audio content.

Execute engaging and impactful individual audio works from concept to delivery according to an original concept or established aesthetic.

Demonstrate technical skill and efficiency in a range of audio production techniques aligned with current industry standards.

Collaborate effectively as part of multidisciplinary projects and demonstrate professionalism in diverse team environments.

Demonstrate a career-ready understanding of audio production through a published portfolio and completed projects showcasing technical and creative skills.

Digital Audio Technology Course Highlights

Recording & Mixing

Build professional audio tracks from start to finish, learning the workflows used in studios worldwide.

Sound Design for Games & Film

Design immersive soundscapes, sound effects, and scores for interactive and cinematic experiences.

Music Production & Composition

Compose, arrange, and produce original music using industry-standard software and techniques.

Hear from a USV Graduate

Alumni Testimonial

The USV Difference

USV students take 3 courses per term instead of the traditional 4. That means:

Deeper learning

You’ll dive deeper into each subject, with more time to absorb concepts, apply them in projects, and build lasting mastery that goes beyond memorization.

Better Balance

Fewer concurrent courses means less stress and more focus. You’ll have room to manage school, work, and life — without sacrificing academic performance.

Higher Success

With improved retention and a healthier pace, students are more likely to graduate on time and enter the job market prepared with real skills and strong portfolios.

Flexible Learning

Earn your degree on-campus in Silicon Valley or 100% online. No matter where you learn, you’ll join collaborative teams, ship real projects, and build a professional portfolio.

Faculty Spotlight

"Our students get real industry experience and skills — a tremendous benefit that sets them apart from other graduates."

"Our students get real industry experience and skills — a tremendous benefit that sets them apart from other graduates."

Julius Dobos
Distinguished Professor

Julius Dobos
Distinguished Professor

Real-World Learning

In USV Studios, audio students team up with animation and design students on commercial projects for Silicon Valley clients and beyond. You’ll graduate with a portfolio that includes real work, preparing you to launch your career in music, film, or game audio.

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CAREER PATHS

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ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1080 Marina Village Parkway Suite 500 Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001.  WSCUC is an accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is not regulated in Texas under Chapter 132 of the Texas Education Code. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is a private institution and is approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) in the State of California. .  Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. Any question a student may have that has not been satisfactorily answered by the University may be directed to the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education. 1747 N. Market Blvd, Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95834 or PO Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA  95798-0818.  (888) 370-7589 or (916) 431-6959. Fax: (916) 263-1897. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is approved/exempt for distance education in AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, ID, IL, IA, LA, ME, MO, NV, NH, ND, NJ, OH, OK, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, and WA. For important regulatory information, please visit our Disclosures Page.

Copyright © 2025 ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ | All Rights Reserved

ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1080 Marina Village Parkway Suite 500 Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001.  WSCUC is an accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is not regulated in Texas under Chapter 132 of the Texas Education Code. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is a private institution and is approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) in the State of California. .  Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. Any question a student may have that has not been satisfactorily answered by the University may be directed to the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education. 1747 N. Market Blvd, Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95834 or PO Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA  95798-0818.  (888) 370-7589 or (916) 431-6959. Fax: (916) 263-1897. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is approved/exempt for distance education in AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, ID, IL, IA, LA, ME, MO, NV, NH, ND, NJ, OH, OK, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, and WA. For important regulatory information, please visit our Disclosures Page.

Copyright © 2025 ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ | All Rights Reserved

ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1080 Marina Village Parkway Suite 500 Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001.  WSCUC is an accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is not regulated in Texas under Chapter 132 of the Texas Education Code. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is a private institution and is approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) in the State of California. .  Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. Any question a student may have that has not been satisfactorily answered by the University may be directed to the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education. 1747 N. Market Blvd, Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95834 or PO Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA  95798-0818.  (888) 370-7589 or (916) 431-6959. Fax: (916) 263-1897. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is approved/exempt for distance education in AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, ID, IL, IA, LA, ME, MO, NV, NH, ND, NJ, OH, OK, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, and WA. For important regulatory information, please visit our Disclosures Page.

Copyright © 2025 ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ | All Rights Reserved

ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1080 Marina Village Parkway Suite 500 Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001.  WSCUC is an accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is not regulated in Texas under Chapter 132 of the Texas Education Code. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is a private institution and is approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) in the State of California. .  Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. Any question a student may have that has not been satisfactorily answered by the University may be directed to the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education. 1747 N. Market Blvd, Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95834 or PO Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA  95798-0818.  (888) 370-7589 or (916) 431-6959. Fax: (916) 263-1897. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is approved/exempt for distance education in AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, ID, IL, IA, LA, ME, MO, NV, NH, ND, NJ, OH, OK, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, and WA. For important regulatory information, please visit our Disclosures Page.

Copyright © 2025 ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ | All Rights Reserved

ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1080 Marina Village Parkway Suite 500 Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001.  WSCUC is an accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is not regulated in Texas under Chapter 132 of the Texas Education Code. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is a private institution and is approved to operate by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) in the State of California. .  Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. Any question a student may have that has not been satisfactorily answered by the University may be directed to the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education. 1747 N. Market Blvd, Suite 225, Sacramento, CA 95834 or PO Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA  95798-0818.  (888) 370-7589 or (916) 431-6959. Fax: (916) 263-1897. ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ is approved/exempt for distance education in AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, HI, ID, IL, IA, LA, ME, MO, NV, NH, ND, NJ, OH, OK, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, and WA. For important regulatory information, please visit our Disclosures Page.