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As the recording industry continues its rapid evolution, it&rsquo;s more important than ever that audio professionals are able to think beyond the traditional studio. Conventional studios have combined with home project studios to form a new model for audio production. Studying audio production at Full Sail University will provide you with the foundational knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to conduct business as an independent audio creator. Areas of study include pop culture and music business fundamentals to production and post-production techniques.

As the recording industry continues its rapid evolution, it&#8217;s more important than ever that audio professionals are able to think beyond the traditional studio. Conventional studios have combined with home project studios to form a new model for audio production. Studying audio production at Full Sail University will provide you with the foundational knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to conduct business as an independent audio creator. Areas of study include pop culture and music business fundamentals to production and post-production techniques

Audio Production Bachelors

Full Sail University's online undergraduate computer animation curriculum focuses on the processes used to develop animated content for television, feature films, games, and more. You'll learn the steps of the production process through a custom-built online platform, where you'll work under the guidance of experienced instructors to grasp the techniques of animation. You'll be able to share and critique your work through industry-standard software tools, and fully build assets to help you showcase your talents to potential employers.

Full Sail University's online undergraduate computer animation curriculum focuses on the processes used to develop animated content for television, feature films, games, and more. You'll learn the steps of the production process through a custom-built online platform, where you'll work under the guidance of experienced instructors to grasp the techniques of animation. You'll be able to share and critique your work through industry-standard software tools, and fully build assets to help you showcase your talents to potential employers.

Computer Animation Bachelors

You&rsquo;ll explore the different ways that humans interact with technology to glean a practical understanding of how software affects our everyday lives. You&rsquo;ll build foundations in the design, development, and implementation of software-based solutions for business, entertainment, and consumer markets. You'll also explore hardware components, programming languages and computer networks.

You&#8217;ll explore the different ways that humans interact with technology to glean a practical understanding of how software affects our everyday lives. You&#8217;ll build foundations in the design, development, and implementation of software-based solutions for business, entertainment, and consumer markets. You'll also explore hardware components, programming languages and computer networks.

Computer Science Bachelors

In Full Sail's Computer Science Bachelors with AI Concentration, you'll learn what it takes to design, develop, and implement your own AI solutions. You'll explore advanced topics such as machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and Human-AI interaction. With project and portfolio courses integrated throughout the program, this degree will give you relevant learning opportunities to build professional skills and hands-on experience.

In Full Sail's&#160;Computer Science Bachelors with AI Concentration, you'll learn what it takes to design, develop, and implement your own AI solutions. You'll explore advanced topics such as&#160;machine learning, deep learning,&#160;natural language processing, computer vision, and Human-AI interaction. With project and portfolio courses integrated throughout the program, this degree will give you relevant learning opportunities to build professional skills and hands-on experience.

Computer Science Bachelors with AI Concentration

The Computer Science Bachelors with Mobile Dev Concentration completion program provides a complete study of the evolving processes used in professional application production. Coursework ranges from programming languages for Android and Apple devices. You&rsquo;ll also learn how to locate potential industry needs, research your user base, and apply that research to a comprehensive software plan.

The&#160;Computer Science Bachelors with Mobile Dev Concentration completion program&#160;provides a complete study of the evolving processes used in professional application production. Coursework ranges from programming languages for&#160;Android&#160;and&#160;Apple&#160;devices. You&#8217;ll also learn how to locate potential industry needs, research your user base, and apply that research to a comprehensive software plan.

Computer Science Bachelors with Mobile Dev Concentration

In telling stories, we can explore the furthest reaches of experience &ndash; whether it&rsquo;s our own or someone else&rsquo;s. And in this way, stories also carry the power to shape the world. The creative writing area of study at Full Sail University will help you wield this power in a way that is at once meaningful and savvy. You&rsquo;ll learn how to tell tales across different media platforms, incorporating visual elements and exploring a variety of genres. You&rsquo;ll also examine different modes of publication and distribution and hone your craft through ongoing portfolio courses and peer-to-peer workshops.

In telling stories, we can explore the furthest reaches of experience &#8211; whether it&#8217;s our own or someone else&#8217;s. And in this way, stories also carry the power to shape the world. The creative writing area of study at Full Sail University will help you wield this power in a way that is at once meaningful and savvy. You&#8217;ll learn how to tell tales across different media platforms, incorporating visual elements and exploring a variety of genres. You&#8217;ll also examine different modes of publication and distribution and hone your craft through ongoing portfolio courses and peer-to-peer workshops.

Creative Writing Bachelors

Full Sail's Cybersecurity Bachelors degree program gives students a foundational understanding of information security standards and the evolving landscape of potential hazards. With portfolio courses integrated throughout the program, students get hands-on learning opportunities identifying threats, responding to incidents, and protecting information assets.
Courses include:
<ul class="longDescrpUL">
<li>Cyber Crime and Incident Response</li>
<li>Threat Protection and Testing</li>
<li>Identity and Access Management</li>
<li>Security Compliance and Privacy</li>
</ul>

Full Sail's Cybersecurity Bachelors degree program gives students a foundational understanding of
information security standards and the evolving landscape of potential hazards. With
portfolio courses integrated throughout the program, students get hands-on learning
opportunities identifying threats, responding to incidents, and protecting information
assets.

Cybersecurity Bachelors

With the impact of viral videos, streaming video options, and the rise of independent films, the applications of digital video are growing within today's entertainment landscape. Full Sail University's online undergraduate digital cinematography area of study explores how these new technologies can create inspiring cinematic and commercial works. You'll learn the creative process within the context of the film industry &ndash; from lighting, scripting, HD video production, to shooting in a variety of styles &ndash; to help prepare you for a future in this industry.

With the impact of viral videos, streaming video options, and the rise of independent films, the applications of digital video are growing within today's entertainment landscape. Full Sail University's online undergraduate digital cinematography area of study explores how these new technologies can create inspiring cinematic and commercial works. You'll learn the creative process within the context of the film industry &#8211; from lighting, scripting, HD video production, to shooting in a variety of styles &#8211; to help prepare you for a future in this industry.

Digital Cinematography Bachelors

No longer a mere vehicle for information, the internet is a ubiquitous, driving force behind all aspects of our lives. It&rsquo;s where we work and play. It&rsquo;s where we go to seek out connection in a world that feels at once larger, and smaller, than ever before. In Full Sail&rsquo;s digital marketing undergraduate curriculum, you&rsquo;ll explore the ongoing conversation between marketers and consumers on a professional level. You&rsquo;ll learn to develop dynamic content for a multitude of industries while providing clients with search engine optimization and analytics to ensure products reach their target audience.

No longer a mere vehicle for information, the internet is a ubiquitous, driving force behind all aspects of our lives. It&#8217;s where we work and play. It&#8217;s where we go to seek out connection in a world that feels at once larger, and smaller, than ever before. In Full Sail&#8217;s digital marketing undergraduate curriculum, you&#8217;ll explore the ongoing conversation between marketers and consumers on a professional level. You&#8217;ll learn to develop dynamic content for a multitude of industries while providing clients with search engine optimization and analytics to ensure products reach their target audience.

Digital Marketing Bachelors

The world of entertainment needs business-minded professionals to help make projects reach their audience. The courses in this area of study are modeled after the same kinds of professional scenarios you&rsquo;ll encounter in your chosen industry. You&rsquo;ll explore a variety of business models and cover topics such as marketing, global media management, event management, and professional selling.

The world of entertainment needs business-minded professionals to help make projects reach their audience. The courses in this area of study are modeled after the same kinds of professional scenarios you&#8217;ll encounter in your chosen industry. You&#8217;ll explore a variety of business models and cover topics such as marketing, global media management, event management, and professional selling.

Entertainment Business Bachelors

Learn how to turn your artistic vision into dynamic game environments and memorable characters. The online game art undergraduate area of study at Full Sail University teaches you the fundamentals of 3D asset creation for game development, while exploring core concepts such as animation, rigging, character modeling, lighting and shading, and texturing. With a focus on content for consoles and computers, your project-based classes guide you from the basics of digital art creation up through the latest technology. And with our unique online environment, you will be able to connect with classmates, share your work, and develop a portfolio of usable game assets.

Learn how to turn your artistic vision into dynamic game environments and memorable characters. The online game art undergraduate area of study at Full Sail University teaches you the fundamentals of 3D asset creation for game development, while exploring core concepts such as animation, rigging, character modeling, lighting and shading, and texturing. With a focus on content for consoles and computers, your project-based classes guide you from the basics of digital art creation up through the latest technology. And with our unique online environment, you will be able to connect with classmates, share your work, and develop a portfolio of usable game assets.

Game Art Bachelors

The Game Business &amp; Esports bachelor's degree focuses on the industry-specific business savvy needed to market products, develop revenue streams, and reach gaming audiences. You'll gain marketable skills in areas like esports management, social media, and legal aspects of the gaming industry while developing your professional portfolio.
Courses Include: Game Business Models &ndash; Evaluate models in game publishing and licensing including downloadable content, subscription models, event streaming, and microtransactions. Esports and Gaming Management &ndash; Explore different types of esports team structures, performance management strategies, and other business challenges that come with competitive gaming. Gaming Community and Social Media &ndash; Learn how to connect brands with gaming consumers by understanding gaming culture, how communities operate, and how to engage with your audiences.

The Game Business & Esports bachelor's degree focuses on the industry-specific business savvy needed to market products, develop revenue streams, and reach gaming audiences. You'll gain marketable skills in areas like esports management, social media, and legal aspects of the gaming industry while developing your professional portfolio.

Game Business and Esports Bachelors

The process of developing a game is an exceptional game in and of itself. It&rsquo;s a pursuit in which the end goal is not discovered but created, step by step, by a team of talented programmers, engine builders, and designers.
Full Sail University&rsquo;s Game Development bachelor of science degree program guides students through the entire game development cycle, from preproduction to finished product. Your education will enhance your ability to create program code for 3D graphic display, multiplayer gaming, artificially intelligent opponents, and real-time virtual environments.
Course Highlights:
<ul class="longDescrpUL">
<li>Artificial Intelligence - Students learn techniques for designing intelligent behaviors and creating lifelike behaviors in characters in order to provide realism, and computer opponents that continue to challenge players even after repeated gameplay.</li>
<li>Engine Development - This course emphasizes debugging, development of problem solving skills, reading and understanding pre-written code, requirements analysis, and working toward being a better software engineer upon graduation.</li>
<li>Data Structure and Algorithms - Students learn how fundamental data structures and algorithms function and are implemented while also learning about managing complexity, linked structures, abstraction, analysis, vectors, lists, and more.</li>
</ul>

The process of developing a game is an exceptional game in and of itself. It&#8217;s a pursuit in which the end goal is not discovered but created, step by step, by a team of talented programmers, engine builders, and designers.

Game Development Bachelors

Full Sail University's online graphic design curriculum gives you an in-depth education for the world of branding and design. You will learn a variety of skills &ndash; from print publishing to package design to motion graphics and web assets. This area of study prepares you with the ability to meet client demands and work under hard deadlines while still producing creative results, all with the flexibility and interactivity of Full Sail's immersive online platform.

Full Sail University's online graphic design curriculum gives you an in-depth education for the world of branding and design. You will learn a variety of skills &#8211; from print publishing to package design to motion graphics and web assets. This area of study prepares you with the ability to meet client demands and work under hard deadlines while still producing creative results, all with the flexibility and interactivity of Full Sail's immersive online platform.

Graphic Design Bachelors

Technology professionals require a significant depth and breadth of both knowledge and skills to compete in the growing and dynamic field of information technology. The goal of Full Sail's Information Technology Bachelors program is to prepare you for this field by developing your ability to virtualize information via distributed networks and the cloud. Gain a foundational understanding of virtualizing systems, networks, and storage, and understand how to create software-defined data centers that leverage this technology.

Technology professionals require a significant depth and breadth of both knowledge and skills to compete in the growing and dynamic field of information technology. The goal of Full Sail's Information Technology Bachelors program is to prepare you for this field by developing your ability to virtualize information via distributed networks and the cloud. Gain a foundational understanding of virtualizing systems, networks, and storage, and understand how to create software-defined data centers that leverage this technology.

Information Technology Bachelors

If you dream of using industry-standard technology to create compelling, interactive game experiences, Full Sail University&rsquo;s online Interactive Technology Bachelor&rsquo;s with Game Design Concentration degree program can help you set your dream into motion. The program&rsquo;s specialized curriculum focuses on using interactive technology to enhance story development, the production needs of theindustry, and gameplay. And, using Full Sail&rsquo;s unique online platform, you&rsquo;ll be able to engage with your classmates and instructors in the way that this highly collaborative industry depends upon.

If you dream of using industry-standard technology to create compelling, interactive game experiences, Full Sail University&#8217;s online Interactive Technology Bachelors with Game Design Concentration degree program can help you set your dream into motion. The program&#8217;s specialized curriculum focuses on using interactive technology to enhance story development, the production needs of theindustry, and gameplay. And, using Full Sail&#8217;s unique online platform, you&#8217;ll be able to engage with your classmates and instructors in the way that this highly collaborative industry depends upon.

Interactive Technology Bachelors with Game Design Concentration

Skilled communicators are needed within every industry &ndash; and especially within the world of entertainment and media. If you're ready to develop the skills that are valued in today's evolving media landscape, studying media communications at Full Sail University can help you meet your educational goals. In this undergraduate coursework, you'll learn core communication principles and writing techniques, while becoming familiar with digital media &ndash; from video and audio to games and animation. You'll take on projects that relate to real-world communications issues and apply your skill set in a final project that speaks to your passion.

Skilled communicators are needed within every industry &#8211; and especially within the world of entertainment and media. If you're ready to develop the skills that are valued in today's evolving media landscape, studying media communications at Full Sail University can help you meet your educational goals. In this undergraduate coursework, you'll learn core communication principles and writing techniques, while becoming familiar with digital media &#8211; from video and audio to games and animation. You'll take on projects that relate to real-world communications issues and apply your skill set in a final project that speaks to your passion.

Media Communications Bachelors

Full Sail University's online music business curriculum is designed to give you a practical, real-world music business education. From tour managers and promoters to publishers and accountants, the behind-the-scenes figures of this business have always been a key component in some of the industry's biggest successes. By learning the core fundamentals of business as well as concepts that are more specific to the world of music, you can prepare yourself to become a part of the next phase in this ever-evolving industry.

Full Sail University's online music business curriculum is designed to give you a practical, real-world music business education. From tour managers and promoters to publishers and accountants, the behind-the-scenes figures of this business have always been a key component in some of the industry's biggest successes. By learning the core fundamentals of business as well as concepts that are more specific to the world of music, you can prepare yourself to become a part of the next phase in this ever-evolving industry.

Music Business Bachelors

Studying music production at Full Sail University gives you the tools needed to pursue a future in writing, producing, and recording music for many types of media. Your classes focus on the music-making process &not;&ndash; from music composition and arranging to theory and ear training. You will also learn recording and production processes using industry-standard software and hardware technologies. You'll develop a digital portfolio showcasing your work and learn how to market your talents to the entertainment and media industry.

Studying music production at Full Sail University gives you the tools needed to pursue a future in writing, producing, and recording music for many types of media. Your classes focus on the music-making process &#172;&#8211; from music composition and arranging to theory and ear training. You will also learn recording and production processes using industry-standard software and hardware technologies. You'll develop a digital portfolio showcasing your work and learn how to market your talents to the entertainment and media industry.

Music Production Bachelors

Build the future of interactive experiences. This program teaches you to engineer immersive simulations and virtual worlds, blending creative vision with the technical skills to bring groundbreaking ideas to life.

Build the future of interactive experiences. This program teaches you to engineer immersive simulations and virtual worlds, blending creative vision with the technical skills to bring groundbreaking ideas to life.

Simulation Engineering Bachelors - Online

The sports world is a business both on and off the field. Sports organizations need qualified professionals to create new content, generate revenue, and establish fan branding within the evolving media landscape. Full Sail University's online sports marketing and media area of study addresses these demands and covers concepts such as business principles, legal and ethical issues, public relations, and leadership. The goal is to prepare you for careers in which digital art and design, communication, distribution, game operations, and marketing all intersect.

The sports world is a business both on and off the field. Sports organizations need qualified professionals to create new content, generate revenue, and establish fan branding within the evolving media landscape. Full Sail University's online sports marketing and media area of study addresses these demands and covers concepts such as business principles, legal and ethical issues, public relations, and leadership. The goal is to prepare you for careers in which digital art and design, communication, distribution, game operations, and marketing all intersect.

Sports Marketing and Media Bachelors

The way we watch and follow sports may change, but the role of the sportscaster continues to serve as an essential part of the audience&rsquo;s experience. It&rsquo;s a position that requires a unique combination of skills - from on-camera presenting, to live production, to interviewing and content creation - plus an understanding of where sports media is headed in the future.
Developed in collaboration with sportscasting veteran Dan Patrick, the goal of the Sportscasting bachelor&rsquo;s degree is to provide students with constant real-world experience both on camera and behind the scenes. You&rsquo;ll build a foundation in interviewing, voice work, writing and storytelling, with ongoing guidance from professional mentors who are active in the world of sportscasting. Plus, you&rsquo;ll gain advanced knowledge in news-gathering, reporting, and multimedia communication, and develop presenting skills for current and emerging technologies - from broadcast, to gaming, to virtual and augmented reality.
To help you move toward your desired path, industry experts serving as associate faculty will help guide you in the development and review of your demo reel. You&rsquo;ll also have ongoing course modules dedicated to career preparation - from r&eacute;sum&eacute; writing, to personal branding, to job interview skills. And our Career Development advisors and services will be available for support and assistance throughout your career &ndash; not just while you are a student. Click here to request additional program information about the Sportscasting bachelor&rsquo;s degree.

The way we watch and follow sports may change, but the role of the sportscaster continues to serve as an essential part of the audience&#8217;s experience. It&#8217;s a position that requires a unique combination of skills - from on-camera presenting, to live production, to interviewing and content creation - plus an understanding of where sports media is headed in the future.

Sportscasting Bachelors

Understand how user experience design shapes our interactions with products like games, interactive media, and more. This program shows you how factors like psychology, perception, visual design, and typography can affect user experience and how to design with people in mind. You'll learn how to research, use professional workflows, test UX designs, and present your findings.
Courses Include: User Experience Design &ndash; Examine the processes, terminology, and workflows used by professionals as well as how audience, testing, and psychology affect the design. UX/UI for Gaming Platforms &ndash; Analyze how game studios create user-friendly, engaging interfaces across a variety of platforms, from mobile and console to PC, and create your own prototype. UX Research Analytics &ndash; Learn to evaluate and visualize data and present your findings in order to make research-backed, data-driven design recommendations.

Understand how user experience design shapes our interactions with products like games, interactive media, and more. This program shows you how factors like psychology, perception, visual design, and typography can affect user experience and how to design with people in mind. You'll learn how to research, use professional workflows, test UX designs, and present your findings.

User Experience Bachelors

Every organization needs an internet presence to be competitive within their industry. Full Sail University's online web development curriculum offers coursework that will teach you how to concept, code, and publish your own standards-based content for formats from websites to mobile devices &#8211; building your knowledge of languages such as HTML5, CSS, XML, ActionScript, and JavaScript. You'll also learn what goes into creating a user-friendly online experience.

Every organization needs an internet presence to be competitive within their industry. Full Sail University's online web development curriculum offers coursework that will teach you how to concept, code, and publish your own standards-based content for formats from websites to mobile devices &#8211; building your knowledge of languages such as HTML5, CSS, XML, ActionScript, and JavaScript. You'll also learn what goes into creating a user-friendly online experience.

Web Development Bachelors

The explosive growth of data from the Internet, social networks, and business networks has given organizations the tools to amass a wealth of information, and organizations are now recognizing the value this data represents. In Full Sail University's Business Intelligence Masters degree program, you'll learn how to collect, manage, analyze, and visualize Big Data. By the end of the program, you'll be able to demonstrate your abilities as a BI professional by conducting your own research, and developing and presenting your findings.
Course highlights:
<ul class="longDescrpUL">
<li>Business Intelligence Analytics</li>
<li>Data Mining</li>
<li>Data Visualization</li>
<li>Process Modeling and Analysis</li>
<li>Enterprise Data Management</li>
<li>Business Intelligence Leadership</li>
</ul>

The explosive growth of data from the Internet, social networks, and business networks has given organizations the tools to amass a wealth of information, and organizations are now recognizing the value this data represents. In Full Sail University's Business Intelligence Masters degree program, you'll learn how to collect, manage, analyze, and visualize Big Data. By the end of the program, you'll be able to demonstrate your abilities as a BI professional by conducting your own research, and developing and presenting your findings.

Business Intelligence Masters

Much more than just learning to code, the Computer Science master's degree at Full Sail focuses on data structures, software engineering, software architecture, and most importantly, creative problem solving. Students learn specialized computer science using applied programming as a part of every course.

Much more than just learning to code, the Computer Science master's degree at Full Sail focuses on data structures, software engineering, software architecture, and most importantly, creative problem solving. Students learn specialized computer science using applied programming as a part of every course.

Computer Science Masters

Hone your unique voice and master the art of storytelling. This immersive program guides you in crafting compelling narratives for novels, film, and interactive media. Through a collaborative workshop environment, you'll refine your craft, build a professional portfolio, and prepare to captivate audiences in the evolving world of entertainment.

Hone your unique voice and master the art of storytelling. This immersive program guides you in crafting compelling narratives for novels, film, and interactive media. Through a collaborative workshop environment, you'll refine your craft, build a professional portfolio, and prepare to captivate audiences in the evolving world of entertainment.

Creative Writing Masters - Online

Full Sail University's online Digital Marketing Masters degree program explores the constantly evolving world of multi-channel marketing and the complex issues and opportunities available through the Internet. You'll learn how to plan, launch and optimize integrated Internet campaigns that raise awareness, drive traffic, generate conversions, and measure return on investment. You'll discover the strategies today's digital marketing companies are using to establish corporate brand identities, and learn how to engage in Internet-related commerce.
Course highlights:
<ul class="longDescrpUL">
<li>Advanced Search Engine Optimization</li>
<li>Advanced Internet Marketing Strategies</li>
<li>Internet Consumer Behavior And Analysis</li>
<li>Web Analytics and Optimization</li>
<li>Strategic Internet Public Relations</li>
<li>Internet And The Law</li>
</ul>

Full Sail University's online Digital Marketing Masters degree program explores the constantly evolving world of multi-channel marketing and the complex issues and opportunities available through the Internet. You'll learn how to plan, launch and optimize integrated Internet campaigns that raise awareness, drive traffic, generate conversions, and measure return on investment.  You'll discover the strategies today's digital marketing companies are using to establish corporate brand identities, and learn how to engage in Internet-related commerce.

Digital Marketing Masters

Full Sail University's&#160;Entertainment Business Masters degree program is an advanced exploration of the specific business and management skills required to excel and lead in the entertainment world. Students learn the strategies of top executives, and are given the opportunity to apply that knowledge in practical exercises. The curriculum covers key concepts like&#160;financial planning,&#160;publishing and distribution, and&#160;contract negotiation, and culminates in a final project and formal business plan.

Full Sail University's&#160;Entertainment Business Masters degree program is an advanced exploration of the specific business and management skills required to excel and lead in the entertainment world. Students learn the strategies of top executives, and are given the opportunity to apply that knowledge in practical exercises. The curriculum covers key concepts like&#160;financial planning,&#160;publishing and distribution, and&#160;contract negotiation, and culminates in a final project and formal business plan.

Entertainment Business Masters

Sports management professionals not only understand the complex relationship between athletes and fans; they also possess the advanced skills and practical know-how that the industry demands. The&nbsp;Entertainment Business&nbsp;master of science degree program with a Sports Management Elective Track is designed to prepare you for an industry that stays competitive far beyond the playing field. You&rsquo;ll learn strategies of top executives and explore advanced topics ranging from&nbsp;contract negotiation&nbsp;and&nbsp;financial planning&nbsp;to sports&nbsp;marketing and sponsorship.

Sports management professionals not only understand the complex relationship between athletes and fans; they also possess the advanced skills and practical know-how that the industry demands. The&#160;Entertainment Business&#160;master of science degree program with a Sports Management Elective Track is designed to prepare you for an industry that stays competitive far beyond the playing field.

Entertainment Business Masters with a Sports Management Elective Track

Some people see games from the inside out &ndash; from the mechanics and levels, to the experiences that make people want to play for hours on end. If you've ever dreamed of becoming a game designer, and are as passionate about the craft as you are about the end creation &ndash; you're not alone.
The Game Design Masters program, designed to enhance your ability to work in a game studio environment, is comprised of high-level game design and production courses that will take you deep into the game development pipeline. You&rsquo;ll cover key industry concepts influencing both systems and level designs that will prepare you to prototype and evaluate your game projects.
Course Highlights:
<ul class="longDescrpUL">
<li>Game Mechanics - In this course, students learn how pacing and thematic structures incorporate conflict resolution and generate a plausible challenge and reward system.</li>
<li>Game Balancing - Students learn how to use level-design and gameplay-design fundamentals to create levels that capitalize on the strengths of their own designs while also learning about communicating to the player through a user interface.</li>
<li>Prototyping - Students form groups to create their first team-based digital game prototype using disciplines learned throughout the program to devise a unique concept design.</li>
</ul>

Some people see games from the inside out &#8211; from the mechanics and levels, to the experiences that make people want to play for hours on end. If you've ever dreamed of becoming a game designer, and are as passionate about the craft as you are about the end creation &#8211; you're not alone.

Game Design Masters

Innovative ideas are behind the brands and products that impact our lives the most, and many of those ideas thrive in the digital realm. If you have a vision for a creative or technology-based product or service, the Innovation &amp; Entrepreneurship master's degree program can teach you what goes into bringing it to fruition within the changing global marketplace. Whether you're interested in launching a new venture or using your entrepreneurial vision within a larger organization, this program will teach you how to develop your ideas and organize your efforts.
Course highlights:
<ul class="longDescrpUL">
<li>Entrepreneurial Finance</li>
<li>High-Tech Entrepreneurship</li>
<li>Business Model Innovation</li>
<li>Product Design and Development</li>
<li>Marketing Strategies</li>
<li>Market Research</li>
</ul>

Innovative ideas are behind the brands and products that impact our lives the most, and many of those ideas thrive in the digital realm. If you have a vision for a creative or technology-based product or service, the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Masters degree program can teach you what goes into bringing it to fruition within the changing global marketplace. Whether you're interested in launching a new venture or using your entrepreneurial vision within a larger organization, this program will teach you how to develop your ideas and organize your efforts.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship Masters

Full Sail University's online Instructional Design and Technology Masters degree program is designed to provide instructors with 21st century skills for 21st century learners. Your project-based courses will teach you how to create inspiring environments through the creation of multimedia educational tools - from podcasts and video content to animation and games - while examining how different types of interactive media relate to the learning process. Throughout the program, you'll build an understanding of how to transform the boardroom or classroom into an engaging learning environment.
Course highlights:
<ul class="longDescrpUL">
<li>Corporate Training and Motivational Development</li>
<li>Instructional Design and Evaluation</li>
<li>Digital Media and Learning Applications</li>
<li>Filmmaking Principles for Instructional Design</li>
<li>Media Asset Creation</li>
</ul>

Full Sail University's Instructional Design and Technology Masters degree program is designed to provide instructors with 21st century skills for 21st century learners. Your project-based courses will teach you how to create inspiring environments through the creation of multimedia educational tools - from podcasts and video content to animation and games -&#160;while examining how different types of interactive media relate to the learning process. Throughout the program, you'll build an understanding of how to transform the boardroom or classroom into an engaging learning environment.

Instructional Design and Technology Masters

Today's successful companies depend on strong visual representation to stay a step ahead of the competition. Full Sail University's online Media Design Masters degree program explores the role that creative direction plays in effectively delivering a company's message - bridging the gap between the boardroom and the design studio. You'll learn how to use blend design and strategy to create an overall vision that's both creatively fulfilling and professionally rewarding.
Course highlights:
<ul class="longDescrpUL">
<li>Ethics Of Design</li>
<li>Brand Development</li>
<li>Defining Client Needs</li>
<li>Design Strategies And Motivation</li>
<li>Design Research</li>
<li>Effective Copywriting</li>
</ul>

Today's successful companies depend on strong visual representation to stay a step ahead of the competition. Full Sail University's online Media Design Masters degree program explores the role that creative direction plays in effectively delivering a company's message - bridging the gap between the boardroom and the design studio. You'll learn how to use blend design and strategy to create an overall vision that's both creatively fulfilling and professionally rewarding.

Media Design Masters

The growing mobile gaming industry brings its own unique challenges and opportunities, and needs professionals who understand the technological, psychological, and financial sides of mobile game development. In Full Sail University's Mobile Gaming Masters degree program, you'll build a skill set specialized to the world of mobile games, including concept development, advanced programming, deployment, plus business models and workflow. You'll build your own game from start of finish, which you'll learn how to market and monetize.
Course highlights:
<ul class="longDescrpUL">
<li>Mobile Game Development</li>
<li>User Interface Design</li>
<li>Advanced Programming</li>
<li>Storyboard and Game Design</li>
<li>Game Theory</li>
<li>Game Discovery and Industry Analysis</li>
</ul>

The growing mobile gaming industry brings its own unique challenges and opportunities, and needs professionals who understand the technological, psychological, and financial sides of mobile game development. In Full Sail University's Mobile Gaming Masters degree program, you'll build a skill set specialized to the world of mobile games, including concept development, advanced programming, deployment, plus business models and workflow. You'll build your own game from start of finish, which you'll learn how to market and monetize.

Mobile Gaming Masters

The changing world of journalism requires professionals to have an updated skill set to keep up with today's media consumers. Full Sail University's online New Media Journalism Masters degree program teaches the skills needed to report and distribute the news for new media audiences by blending traditional methods with emerging technology. You'll learn how to produce multimedia content, use social media to engage audiences and promote your work, and publish and distribute content across digital delivery platforms.
Course highlights:
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<li>Writing for Interactive Media</li>
<li>Multimedia Development and Editing</li>
<li>Digital News Production</li>
<li>Mobile Technology and Communications</li>
<li>Social Media &amp; Online Community Engagement</li>
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The changing world of journalism requires professionals to have an updated skill set to keep up with today's media consumers. Full Sail University's online New Media Journalism Masters degree program teaches the skills needed to report and distribute the news for new media audiences by blending traditional methods with emerging technology. You'll learn how to produce multimedia content, use social media to engage audiences and promote your work, and publish and distribute content across digital delivery platforms.

New Media Journalism Masters

Whether you're interested in advancing your PR career or ready to enter the industry, Full Sail University's Public Relations Masters degree program can show you what goes into being an effective PR professional in today's fast-moving media landscape. In this program, you'll explore what goes into planning, executing, and evaluating media strategies, and learn how to launch powerful dialogues with an organization's consumers and advocates through social media. You'll build a website and social presence from the ground up, fostering your personal brand and audience, while building experience through the program's project-based curriculum.
Course highlights:
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<li>Social Media Metrics and ROI</li>
<li>Public Relations in a Digital World</li>
<li>Reputation Management</li>
<li>The Online Media Room</li>
<li>Consumer Research Analysis</li>
</ul>

Whether you're interested in advancing your PR career or ready to enter the industry, Full Sail University's Public Relations Masters degree program can show you what goes into being an effective PR professional in today's fast-moving media landscape. In this program, you'll explore what goes into planning, executing, and evaluating media strategies, and learn how to launch powerful dialogues with an organization's consumers and advocates through social media. You'll build a website and social presence from the ground up, fostering your personal brand and audience, while building experience through the program's project-based curriculum.

Public Relations Masters

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Full Sail University&#8217;s non-traditional approach to higher education focuses on efficiency, cost predictability, and career readiness. Unlike traditional universities, Full Sail students typically graduate in 2–3 years. This fast-paced schedule may allow graduates to enter the workforce much sooner.
Key advantages to Full Sail University include:
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<li>Accelerated Degrees — Bachelor’s degrees may be completed in as little as 29 months, which may allow students to enter the workforce sooner.</li>
<li>Locked Tuition — Tuition costs remain fixed for the duration of the program, with no annual increases.</li>
<li>Monthly Start Dates — Classes begin every month, eliminating traditional semester wait times.</li>
<li>Lifelong Learning — Graduates can return at any time to audit current courses within their degree program to keep their skills sharp as technology evolves.</li>
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Why Full Sail?

Full Sail has a different approach to education

Full Sail&#8217;s online programs offer immersive, flexible learning for creative fields. Students receive industry-standard tools, engage in real-world projects, and benefit from 24/7 technical support, expert mentorship, and career development within a vibrant digital community.
Located in Winter Park, Florida, Full Sail’s campus offers a collaborative, studio-like environment. Students gain hands-on experience using professional facilities and industry-standard technology through immersive, accelerated programs and a creative community.

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Earn your degree either online or on campus

Full Sail University fosters a collaborative community where students connect through shared passions for creation. Diverse student organizations, including cultural unions and the Armada esports team, offer opportunities to engage beyond the classroom.
The curriculum emphasizes real-world experience via networking events, guest lectures, and the annual Hall of Fame week. These initiatives bridge the gap between education and industry, helping students build lasting professional connections and career-ready skills.

A creative community

People united by the desire to learn and create

Full Sail University prioritizes a &#8220;real-world&#8221; approach by integrating project-based learning into its curriculum. Students work in professional environments using industry-standard hardware and software across various disciplines.
Key highlights include:
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<li>Specialized Facilities — High-tech spaces like the Studio V1 virtual production lab and the UX Lab for game testing.</li>
<li>Industry Partnerships — Collaborations with Echelon Fit, Wargaming.net, industry veterans and active professionals.</li>
<li>On-Campus Opportunities — Access to the Fortress (the largest collegiate esports arena) and partnerships with Rollins College for live event production.</li>
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These initiatives ensure students gain hands-on experience and professional confidence.

real-world experience

An education designed to provide professional experience

Full Sail University provides comprehensive career support for both campus and online students through specialized advisors and industry-focused curriculum.
Key features include:
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<li>Global Professionalism Standard (GPS) — A unique program that tracks and rewards professional behavior and community participation.</li>
<li>Career Modules — Integrated seminars that help students build personal brands, resumes, and portfolios.</li>
<li>Direct Guidance — Advisors offer industry advice, mock interviews, and job search strategies.</li>
<li>Networking — The Industry Outreach department hosts hiring events and networking opportunities with major employers.</li>
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These services remain available to students throughout their education and beyond graduation to ensure long-term professional success.

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Full Sail University is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). The ACCSC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency under the provisions of Title 34, Chapter VI, Part 602 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations.

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