BM in Commercial Music: Film Scoring
Create the Next Epic Film Score with a Bachelor’s Degree in Commercial Music: Film Scoring
You’re watching your favorite movie and at that critical part in the film, you’re filled with suspense, you explode in laughter, or you start sobbing. What is it that’s making you feel this way – giving you this emotional and physiological reaction to what’s happening on screen? It’s the music – the film score.
You understand that the right music played at the perfect moment in a film is what makes a movie great and allows you to feel the intended intensity. Are you excited about the idea of being the person who creates the score for a movie that ignites those feelings in others? If you’re saying “yes,” then Liberty University’s Bachelor of Music (BM) in Commercial Music: Film Scoring degree may be the right fit for you!
Whether you want to be a conductor or composer, music director or supervisor, sound designer, or even a music licenser for films, this degree can help you begin your journey. So don’t wait any longer! The film industry is ready for people like you who have passion, raw talent, and a world-class education. We want to partner with you to make sure you’re prepared with knowledge and experience for this field.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
NASM Accredited
Highlights
Highlights of Our Commercial Music: Film Scoring Degree
Expert Faculty Support
Gain access to 45 full-time faculty members with degrees from top-tier music schools across the country – offering expertise, mentorship, and real-world insight.
Accredited Programs
Our music programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), ensuring your education meets the highest standards in the field.
World-Class Facilities
Train in our 141,000-square-foot Center for Music Education and Performance – an environment supporting excellence in music.
Award-Winning Training
The Center for Worship has been named “Best of the Best in Higher Education” 6 years in a row by Worship Leader Magazine.
Professional Partnerships
We’re an “All-Steinway” school and maintain partnerships with top artists like Michael W. Smith. Gain hands-on experience through workshops and visits from professionals.
Distinguished Alumni
Our alumni include Dove Award-winning Christian artists and songwriters. With market-driven coursework, you can be equipped with skills for today’s industry.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a BM in Commercial Music: Film Scoring Degree?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Music in Commercial Music: Film Scoring degree can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Film composer
- Music director
- Music licenser
- Sound designer
- Supervisor for films
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Commercial Music: Film Scoring Degree Program?
The commercial music industry is rewarding and challenging, so that is why we’ve designed our curriculum to match the intensity of the profession. You will receive practical knowledge and experience in the field of film scoring.
Throughout our commercial music degree, you’ll study topics like harmonic practices, musicianship, commercial music theory, music and audio production, music technology notation, and more.
If you choose to concentrate in film scoring, you’ll study:
- Basic Conducting
- Fundamentals of Music Publishing and Producing
- Fundamentals of Sound Reinforcement
- Music History (Antiquity – 1750)
- Pro Tools Fundamentals I
- Studio Producing, Mixing, and Audio Engineering
Featured BM in Commercial Music: Film Scoring Courses
MUSC 105 – Harmonic Practices and Theory I
MUSC 218 – Fundamentals of Music Production and Audio
MUSC 360 – Commercial Improvisation Techniques
MUSC 372 – Entrepreneurship in the Christian Music Community
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Music
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Commercial Music: Film Scoring Degree?
A Music School Like No Other
Our School of Music is one of the largest music schools in the nation. We have our very own on-campus recording and producing studio, and our program is accredited through the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Faculty with Real-World Expertise
Our professors are professionals. They have years of experience and have received degrees from some of the most prestigious schools in the nation, and they’re excited to guide and support you throughout your academic journey.
Practical, Hands-On Training
Throughout this degree program, you’ll get hands-on experience both inside and outside the classroom. You’ll explore how to use music composition software, as well as how to produce and record music.
Internship and Industry Preparation
You’ll participate in a required practicum and internship – both of which can help to prepare you to join the music industry upon graduation.
Admissions
How Do You Become a BM in Commercial Music: Film Scoring Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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