Northeastern's Music Technology program is a concentration in music composition that teaches students to compose music using the newest electronic and computer-based music technology. Students learn techniques such as MIDI sequencing, sound design, audio for video, digital audio mixing and mastering, and the latest methods of delivering music over the Internet. Students also study composition for both acoustic and electronic instruments as well as music theory and history.

Courses include private composition lessons, in which students work one-on-one with an instructor to complete short-form compositions, as well as small classes where students critique each other's music under the supervision of a faculty member. (Private lessons require an additional fee.) Students in the Music Technology program may take two courses in recording as electives, but sound recording is not the main focus of the program. Students also receive priority access to all the program's lab facilities.

The Music Technology program is a small and selective program that combines rigorous coursework with a large number of exciting creative projects. Students are given a significant amount of personal attention and receive considerable feedback on their artistic activities. Upon completion of the program, students should be able to compose music for a wide range of genres and settings and will be well prepared for further studies in graduate school.

Music Technology students may opt to pursue a dual major in the Multimedia Studies program, which includes courses in visual arts, animation, graphic design and photography (please see http://www.mmstudies.neu.edu). A dual major with Computer Science is also available (please see http://www.musictech.neu.edu/03_curriculum_cs.html).