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2021 CatalogVOLUME X XXI, EDITION 1, 1 /2021
Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION06MI S SION06EDUC ATION A L PHILOSOPH Y07HI S TORY08CAMPUS & FACILITIES10FULL S A IL S TUDIOS11THE BACK LOT12AUDIO TEMPLE14LI V E PER FOR M A NCE V ENUE S16V IRTUA L SE T18DUBBING S TAGE19SIM L A B & FA B L A B20SM A RT L A B21THE FORTR E S S22ENTERTA INMENT/ MUSICBUSINE S S CENTER24FILM CENTER253D A RT S CENTER26BL ACK MOOR G A ME S TUDIO273
Table of Contents(Cont.)DEGREE PROGRAMS29DEGREE PROGRAMS (Cont.)AUDIO PRODUCTION30MUSIC BUSINESS73BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE32MUSIC PRODUCTION75COMPUTER ANIMATION33NEW MEDIA JOURNALISMCOMPUTER SCIENCE35CREATIVE WRITINGCREATIVE WRITINGUndergraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramMEDIA COMMUNICATIONS108MEDIA STRATEGY10977SPORTSCASTING110PUBLIC RELATIONS78VISUAL DESIGN11137RECORDING ARTS7939SHOW PRODUCTION81Undergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramDIGITAL ARTS & DESIGN40SIMULATION & VISUALIZATION83DIGITAL CINEMATOGRAPHY42SPORTSCASTING85DIGITAL MARKETING44SPORTS MARKETING & MEDIA87DIGITAL MARKETING46WEB DEVELOPMENT89ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS47Extended Studies91ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS49ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS50Undergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramWITH A SPORTS MANAGEMENT ELECTIVE TRACKGraduate Degree ProgramFILM51FILM PRODUCTION53GAME ART54GAME DESIGN56GAME DESIGN58Undergraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramGAME DEVELOPMENT59GRAPHIC DESIGN61Undergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramINFORMATION TECHNOLOGYUndergraduate Degree Program63INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP65INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY66Graduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramMEDIA COMMUNICATIONS67MEDIA DESIGN69MOBILE DEVELOPMENT70MOBILE GAMING72Undergraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramGraduate Degree Program4CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS (Cont.)FUL L SA I L U NI VE R SI T YUndergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramUndergraduate Degree ProgramInternship ProgramUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateACTIVE DUTY MILITARY TRACKS113GAME DESIGN 114MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS116SPORTS MARKETING & MEDIA118COMPLETION PROGRAMS121CYBERSECURITY 122BACHELOR PROGRAMSWITH CONCENTRATIONS125CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS933-D ARTS94APPLICATION DEVELOPMENTFUNDAMENTALS95AUDIO ARTS96AUDIO PRODUCTION97BUSINESS98COMPUTER SCIENCE99CREATIVE WRITING100DIGITAL MARKETING101FINANCIAL AID227FILM AND VIDEO102CAREER DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT229GAME DESIGN103GENER AL INFORMATION229INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY104TUITION BREAKDOWN230CL ASS SCHEDULES234INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY 105ONLINE EDUCATION235INTENSIVE ENGLISHSTUDENT SERVICES235POLICIES & PROCEDURES236LICENSES & ACCREDITATION246ADMINISTR ATION247Undergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateGraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateGraduate CertificateUndergraduate CertificateMARKETINGUndergraduate Certificate106107AUDIO ARTS126BUSINESS128COMMUNICATIONS130COMPUTER SCIENCE132INTERACTIVE TECHNOLOGY134VISUAL ARTS136COURSE DESCRIPTIONS139FACULTY ROSTER209GENERAL INFORMATION223ADMISSIONS2245
IntroductionIntroductionMISSIONEDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHYEmpower students through an activerelationship with the entertainment,technology, and media industriesPeople from around the world come to Full Sail topursue their educational goals, and they share onething in common – a passion for creative careers inthe entertainment and media industry.Full Sail is dedicated to serving the needs and careers of studentsand graduates by actively engaging the companies that make upthe entertainment, technology, and media industries, both in theUnited States and around the world. At Full Sail, every programof study goes through ongoing assessment and evolution,ensuring that students receive an education that is current andrelevant. This is accomplished through industry feedback andinsight, and the specific guidance of groups of entertainment,technology, and media professionals who make up ProgramAdvisory Committees for each program of study. In addition, theuniversity’s commitment to a close relationship with the industryallows employers to easily recruit qualified talent, and also allowsthe Career Development department to promote graduates to thewidest possible audience.Full Sail’s mission is to provide students with aninnovative style of education, delivered by a staffof dedicated individuals, that addresses the careeropportunities available in an ever-growing, constantlyevolving industry. We do this by developing uniquecurricula that combine elements of creativity, art,business and life skills, technical prowess, andacademic achievement. Our education is deliveredvia immersive teaching methods, both in Full Sail’sreal-world production studios and classrooms,as well as through our online learning environment.Every one of our degree programs is designed toConnect students with educatorsand industry guests who inspireand challengeprovide students with knowledge and real-worldexperience that will help them realize their careergoals in the entertainment and media industry.If you’re serious about your dream,we’ll take your dream seriously.The core of Full Sail University is the staff, many of whom bringyears of industry credentials and educational experience tothe university. Because many Full Sail educators and guestsare active in the professional community through conventions,industry affiliations, and professional projects, they are ableto inspire students with current knowledge that speaks tohow entertainment, technology, and media companies createexceptional professional product. Provide learning environmentsthat are real worldFull Sail’s campus is designed to provide students with educationalenvironments that are on par with some of the best productionfacilities in the world. In these studios, labs, and classrooms,students gain real-world experience with the creative andtechnical tools employed at all levels of the industry. At the same6FUL L SA I L U NI VE R SI T Ytime, they learn the same production workflow used in filmproductions, recording sessions, live events, animation and designprojects, and in the development of video games, websites, andentertainment business strategies.Full Sail’s online courses and degrees are driven by a realworld approach that uses current technology to educate andinspire. Through the capabilities of today’s Internet, traditionalassignments are complemented by videos, animations, andinteractive exercises. Full Sail’s online learning environmentis also built around the concept of connecting students withpeople – from accessible instructors, to exclusive guest lecturers,to collaboration tools that enable students to meet, share, andreceive feedback from peers.Whether on campus or online, Full Sail’s goal is to delivera real-world educational experience that is engagingand exceptional.Promote professionalism throughoutthe educational experienceFrom the beginning, Full Sail’s tenet has been that studentsshould approach their education like professionals because itwill increase their chance for success throughout their careers.There are initiatives woven throughout a student’s educationaljourney designed to instill professional protocol, attitude, and amindset for creativity and success. These elements are integralto the Full Sail real- world educational formula, alongside up-todate curricula, professional settings, immersive projects, andexperienced educators.Similar to Full Sail’s other program offerings, the proposedcurriculum of the Computer Science Master of Science DegreeProgram supports the university’s mission and harmonizes wellwith the university’s unique style of education that incorporatescreativity, technical skills, and academic proficiency. The proposeddegree will also continue to extend our students an activerelationship with the computer science industry as well as providea sophisticated learning environment in which to build their skillsets and knowledge for the professional realm.I NTRO D U C TI O N7
1994Graduate credits onYou can get there from here– Princeton ReviewTop Grossing World Tour ‘962010First Graduate1995OSCARWin2016, 2017, 2018, 2019Top Film SchoolsBraveheart– The WrapOSCAR Winner for “Best Picture”19962017FirstTop Design SchoolsGRAMMYWINNING1991Graduate credit on– Graphic Design USA1997GraduateNirvana’s Nevermind8 Graduate credits#1 Album (Billboard 200)2016Top 25 Music SchoolsTitanic– The Hollywood ReporterTop Grossing Film of All Time OSCAR Winner for “Best Picture”SOME HIGHLIGHTS2008, 2011 & 2019Since Full Sail’s inception in 1979, over 70,000 graduates haveMarch 1998 witnessed the introduction of the Game DesignIn June 2007, Full Sail launched its first Master of Science Degree inThroughout the world, Full Sail graduates are employedprepared for careers in the entertainment and media industry.Specialized Associate’s Degree as well as the Show ProductionEntertainment Business, and in July 2007, Full Sail launched a newin music recording, film production, video production,The following features some of the highlights of Full Sail’s history& Touring Specialized Associate’s Degree. In January of that sameAssociate of Science Degree in Graphic Design.animation, sound design, web development, concertas well as that of our graduates.year, Full Sail achieved additional accreditation and licensingenabling students to earn Associate of Science Degrees inIn 1980, Full Sail moved from its original home in Dayton, OhioRecording Arts, Film and Video Production, and Digital Media.to Orlando, Florida. During the six years that followed, newIn February of 1999, a new accredited program was introducedaudio courses were added to the original recording arts offering— the Computer Animation Associate of Science Degree.Additionally, the Game Design and Show Production & Touringintroduced. In 1988, a new curriculum with a focus on the visualPrograms were modified and approved to be offered as Associatearts was born — the Video and Film Production Comprehensiveof Science Degrees.Program. In July 1989, Full Sail moved into its current homeIn November 2003, Full Sail offered its first Bachelor’s Degree -expanded into a 110 studio multimedia campus.the Entertainment Business Bachelor of Science Degree Program.accreditation allowing students to earn Specialized Associate’sIn addition, the Game Development Degree Program was revisedand expanded to become a Bachelor of Science Degree Program.music, interactive title development, graphic design,Full Sail’s first online degree program — an online version ofthe school’s existing Entertainment Business Master of ScienceDegree Program. The launch of this first online degree was yearsin the making and saw the school build a proprietary online20031979& Development Bachelor of Science Degree.in March 1995 – this addition marked Full Sail’s entrance intoAnimation, Digital Arts & Design (formerly Digital Media), and Film.training for the vast, emerging field of interactive media.In April of 2006, the Entertainment Business Bachelor’s Degree#1 Billboard Rap Single1980Moved toOrlando, Florida1987Graduate credit onMichael Jackson’s Bad8 million copies soldFUL L SA I L U NI VE R SI T YGraduate credit onPIXAR’S The IncrediblesOSCAR Winner for“Best Animated Feature Film”In March 2008, Full Sail was granted University status andbecame known as Full Sail University. Since then, the school hascontinued to expand its online and campus degree offeringsinto new fields, including Simulation & Visualization, ComputerScience, and more, while also revising and expanding its flagshipFounded inDayton, Ohio– AppleDegree and the Entertainment Business Bachelor of Scienceexpanded to become Bachelor of Science Degrees – ComputerLL Cool JMama Said Knock You Out2010Recognized as anInnovator in Education— the Education Media Design & Technology Master of Scienceof Full Sail’s Associate of Science Degrees were revised and1979numerous alumni.2008, Full Sail launched two additional online degree programsthird Specialized Associate’s Degree in Digital Media was launchedRecording Arts and Show Production programs to be offered as1990businesses have been built and GRAMMY, Oscar, Emmy,to meet the growing demand for game-specific artists. In JanuaryRecording Arts and/or Film and Video Production Programs. AGraduate credit onand worldwide corporations. Hundreds of mediaprogram — the Game Art Bachelor of Science Degree — designedDegree, and a new on-campus degree program — the Web DesignFull Sail moves intoits current home inWinter Park, FloridaBachelor of Science Degrees.Marvel Cinematic UniverseEMMYWINNINGfor a total of nearly600 grad credits.GraduateXVIII Olympic Games“Most Outstanding Technical Team”2003Graduate credit on19961995Graduate credit onPIXAR’S Toy Story#1 Box Office Film OSCAR NominatedFull Sail earns theFlorida-basedEducational Awardfor Most InnovativeProgram as well asEducator of the Year2008-2019Over 150 Graduatescredited throughout19981989-1991For three years insuccession, Full Sailwins the prestigiousTEC Award (TechnicalExcellence and Creativity)for Best RecordingSchool/Program,presented annuallyby Mix MagazineFull Sail Universitycelebrates its40th Anniversary& 10th AnnualHall of FameCelebration(Gold and Platinum Records) awards have been earned byAnother milestone was achieved in August 2005 when three19892019virtual reality and simulation, entertainment companies,Addy, and Recording
Full Sail’s fi rst online degree program — an online version of the school’s existing Entertainment Business Master of Science Degree Program. The launch of this fi rst online degree was years in the making and sa the schoo uild a proprietar online learning platform from the ground up. In December 007 ul ai aunched a ne on-campus degree
