Free Online Sound Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Rochester

Fundamentals of Audio and Music Engineering: Part 1 Musical Sound & Electronics (Coursera)

Engineering

Dive into the world of audio and music engineering with our foundational course designed for beginners. Explore the science behind sound waves, understand musical sound, and get acquainted with essential electronics principles that form the backbone of modern music production. This course is perfect for aspiring musicians, audio enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how electronic instruments work.

Jun 8th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Sound Music Signal

Coursera

Berklee College of Music

Creating Sounds for Electronic Music (Coursera)

Film & Audio

Dive into the world of electronic music production with 'Creating Sounds for Electronic Music'. This project-based course equips you with essential skills in sound design and composition, using free software like FXpansion Strobe 2. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring producer, this course will guide you through creating your own sounds and integrating them into professional-quality tracks.

Jun 8th 2026

4 Weeks

Sound Music Synthesizer

Coursera

Duke University

Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why (Coursera)

Sci: Biology & Life Sciences

Dive into 'Music as Biology: What We Like to Hear and Why' for an enlightening exploration of the biological underpinnings that shape our musical preferences. This course unravels the mysteries behind consonance and dissonance, scales used worldwide, and how music elicits emotions across different cultures. By analyzing speech and musical databases, you'll uncover why certain tones resonate with us and how these principles govern auditory aesthetics.

Jun 1st 2026

5-12 Weeks

Sound Music Neurobiology

Coursera

Duke University,Berlin University of the Arts - UdK

Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound (Coursera)

Art and Culture

Dive into the world of sound with 'Art of the MOOC: Experiments with Sound'. This unique online course offers a hands-on exploration of various musical styles, sound interventions, and everyday acoustic phenomena. Led by renowned artists and scholars, this course is perfect for those interested in music, art, and sonic experimentation.

Jun 1st 2026

5-12 Weeks

Sound Music Art

Coursera

Georgia Institute of Technology,University of Colorado Boulder

Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools (Coursera)

Education

Discover the art and science behind designing effective sounds for interactive learning tools. This course will equip you with the skills needed to incorporate enjoyable and accessible sound elements into educational simulations, making complex information more understandable and engaging for a diverse range of learners.

Jun 1st 2026

5-12 Weeks

Learning Sound Interactive Learning

Coursera

University of Barcelona

Introducción al Arte Sonoro (Coursera)

Film & Audio

Sumérgete en la vibrante experiencia del arte sonoro con nuestro curso introductorio. Este curso está diseñado para personas formadas en cualquier campo que deseen explorar el mundo artístico a través del sonido. Desde esculturas y instalaciones hasta música experimental, este curso te abrirá nuevas puertas de creatividad.

May 25th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Sound Music Psychoacoustics

Coursera

Stanford University,Universitat Pompeu Fabra

Audio Signal Processing for Music Applications (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering

Dive into the world of Audio Signal Processing with a focus on Music Applications! This comprehensive online course equips you with essential knowledge and practical skills to analyze, synthesize, transform, and describe audio signals specifically within the realm of music. Whether you're an aspiring musician, sound engineer, or music producer, this course will enrich your understanding and capabilities in manipulating audio for compelling musical outcomes.

Mar 16th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Python Sound Signal Processing

FutureLearn

Queen’s University Belfast

Critical listening for studio production (FutureLearn)

Film & Audio

Discover the art of critical listening in a music studio setting with our free online course. Designed for aspiring and professional sound engineers, this programme focuses on enhancing your ability to listen critically and improve your overall audio production skills. Whether you're new to the field or looking to refine your expertise, join us as we delve into the intricacies of sound engineering.

No sessions available

5-12 Weeks

Sound Music Audio

EdX

University of Adelaide,AdelaideX

Music Technology Foundations (edX)

Film & Audio

Embark on a journey into the world of music technology with this foundational course. Whether you're an aspiring musician or a seasoned producer, this course will equip you with essential skills to harness the power of modern creative tools and bring your musical vision to life.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Sound Music MIDI