Music and Performing Arts Professions

Develop your skills in performance, composition, and music production while engaging with global music traditions and industries.

Study at NYU ABU DHABI

Work with world-class facilities and a globally diverse music community.

Why Abu Dhabi

• State-of-the-art recording studios
• Access to global music traditions
• Small, collaborative classes
• Research and performance opportunities

Academics

Courses in music theory, technology, business, and performance.

Study at NYU Paris

Study music in one of the world’s most influential cultural centers.

Why Paris

• Access to IRCAM and cutting-edge music research
• Rich performance and concert scene
• Strong foundation in theory and history

Academics

Core coursework in music theory, history, and performance.

Study at NYU PRAGUE

Train in a city known for classical and jazz traditions.

Why Prague

• Internship opportunities in music and media
• Strong classical and contemporary music scene
• Cultural excursions, including Vienna

Academics

Courses in performance, theory, music education, and technology.

Further Opportunities

NYU Shanghai offers a variety of courses in music theory and practice. Courses offered at NYU Shanghai may not automatically count as major or minor equivalents. Students are encouraged to meet with their academic adviser to discuss their major requirements and degree progress.

Business and Economics

Music Business majors should confer with their academic adviser as to the possible use of business and economics courses to satisfy their program of study requirements. A list of courses is available on the NYU Global Programs website.

Teaching Observations

All Music Education and Educational Theatre majors are required to complete hours of observations each semester in a teaching setting pursuant to teacher certification regulations. These teaching observations are completed before student teaching and do not include any student teaching activities. Music and theatre teaching venues conducted in English are available. Teaching-observation placements are administered by the NYU staff in Paris and Prague. Permission from the Steinhardt music education or educational theatre faculty is required.

Course offerings at all global locations are subject to change and can vary by semester. Not all course options are available to all students. See NYU Global Programs for the most up-to-date information.

Student Life

On-site staff provide support for you during your time abroad. Orientation, trips, student clubs, and language exchanges throughout the semester help you connect with your host culture. Housing varies by location and is guaranteed to all students.