Bachelor of Science in Game Design

at Full Sail University USA

From implementing crowd scenes in a movie or television commercial to creating vast landscapes for a video game, artists use computer graphics in nearly every aspect of today’s entertainment industry.

Full Sail University’s Computer Animation bachelor of science degree program guides students through the same production pipeline used in professional studios – from storyboarding, sketching, and visual development to modeling and character animation, and final compositing.

In Full Sail's Cybersecurity bachelor's degree program, you'll gain a foundational understanding of information security standards and the evolving landscape of potential hazards. You'll explore security planning, implementation and system life cycles, and you'll learn how to identify threats, respond to incidents, and protect information assets. Project and portfolio courses integrated throughout the program will provide you with hands-on, relevant learning opportunities that reinforce your technical skills in vulnerability assessments, threat detection, incident response, and compliance.

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 bachelor's 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.

Innovations in techniques, communication, and distribution channels have leveled the playing field for filmmakers, but the elements of a compelling film remain the same. In Full Sail University’s Film Production master of fine arts program, your education centers on fundamentals such as storytelling, visual aesthetics, and technical roles, as well as the business strategies needed to bring your completed works to audiences.

Although the professional world of media communications is vast and always evolving, those who inhabit it are connected by the ability to turn a message into something that resonates and inspires.

The Media Communications bachelor of science degree program is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic media industries. Throughout the project-based curriculum, you’ll explore topics ranging from digital video and audio production to entrepreneurship and marketing strategies. You’ll also hone standard industry skills such as storytelling, graphic design, research methodology, and the ability to articulate abstract concepts.

Graphic designers dwell at the intersection of art and business. They translate abstract concepts into tangible visuals, and are often lauded for their ability to elevate the status of a company or organization.

The objective of the Graphic Design bachelor of science degree program is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the field of design – from print publishing to interface design and more. You’ll sharpen your eye for aesthetics through projects, critiques, and the study of popular culture. In addition to technical proficiency and creative development, your education will help you hone real-world skills such as media integration, advertising and branding.

Full Sail University's Entertainment Business master of science 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.

Working professionals with at least five years of management and/or leadership experience may be eligible for Full Sail's credit by examination program. This option allows students to test out of up to five courses in their online Entertainment Business master's degree program. They’ll work with their program director and admissions representative to determine which tests best fit their work experience and expertise.

Visual messaging is about much more than aesthetic; it's also about behavior and identity. Art can influence consumers, build bridges between individuals and organizations, and inspire conversation.

The Digital Arts & Design bachelor of science degree program provides a comprehensive look at the entire design process – from concept to creation and from presentation to implementation. Throughout the curriculum, you'll explore the foundational elements of 2D and 3D art theory, utilize hardware and software used by current design professionals, and hone your own eye for visual messaging.

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.

The Game Design bachelor of science 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’ll cover key industry concepts influencing both systems and level designs that will prepare you to prototype and evaluate your game projects.

The Sports Marketing & Media bachelor of science program is designed to provide a fundamental understanding of how marketing and content creation are integrated into the everyday operations of sports businesses. You’ll study topics ranging from the study of business models and mobile technology to practical, real-time opportunities to create, distribute, and market content. Your collaborative, project-based coursework culminates with a strategic proposal that will help you refine skills valuable for all forms of engagement – from revenue generation to event operations.