A student who plans to take audio design courses may gain valuable firsthand experience from being trained in a recording studio. Exposure to studios and live venues often provides students with the necessary tools to guide them on the journey toward a career in the audio industry.

An MA is a master’s degree awarded to students that have completed a program studying humanities or fine arts subjects such as history, communications, philosophy, theology or English. A Master of Arts degree typically requires coursework, research and written examinations.