Communications Bachelors with Creative Writing Concentration (Online)
In telling stories, we can explore the furthest reaches of experience – whether it’s our own or someone else’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’ll learn how to tell tales across different media platforms, incorporating visual elements and exploring a variety of genres. You’ll also examine different modes of publication and distribution and hone your craft through ongoing portfolio courses and peer-to-peer workshops.
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Bachelor's Degrees
As the recording industry continues its rapid evolution, it’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
Request More Information »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 ¬– 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.
Request More Information »No longer a mere vehicle for information, the internet is a ubiquitous, driving force behind all aspects of our lives. It’s where we work and play. It’s where we go to seek out connection in a world that feels at once larger, and smaller, than ever before. In Full Sail’s digital marketing undergraduate curriculum, you’ll explore the ongoing conversation between marketers and consumers on a professional level. You’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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »Skilled communicators are needed within every industry – 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 – 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.
Request More Information »Software Engineering - Students will be working inside a prebuilt software solution wherein they will find and fix various kinds of software bugs, add new features to the software, and track the changes made by using version-control tools.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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’ll also learn how to locate potential industry needs, research your user base, and apply that research to a comprehensive software plan.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »If you dream of using industry-standard technology to create compelling, interactive game experiences, Full Sail University’s online Interactive Technology Bachelors with Game Design Concentration degree program can help you set your dream into motion. The program’s specialized curriculum focuses on using interactive technology to enhance story development, the production needs of theindustry, and gameplay. And, using Full Sail’s unique online platform, you’ll be able to engage with your classmates and instructors in the way that this highly collaborative industry depends upon.
Request More Information »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’s experience. It’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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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 – from lighting, scripting, HD video production, to shooting in a variety of styles – to help prepare you for a future in this industry.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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 – 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.
Request More Information »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 – 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.
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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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »Full Sail University's 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 financial planning, publishing and distribution, and contract negotiation, and culminates in a final project and formal business plan.
Request More Information »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 Entertainment Business 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.
Request More Information »Some people see games from the inside out – 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 – you're not alone.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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 - 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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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.
Request More Information »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.
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