Live Event Production

Bachelor of Science

Available on Campus

About This Program

If you’re looking for a bachelor’s degree in live event production, studying at Full Sail will arm you with practical skills to take any performance to the next level.

Lights. Audio. Magic. Live events have the power to endure in the minds of a crowd long after a show is over. From live sound and lighting to corporate presentations, this coursework will help you build foundations in a wide array of audio and visual applications, preparing you to enter the industry with a clear understanding of what moves an audience.

Upcoming Start Dates

  • November 24
  • January 5
  • February 2
  • March 2

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School of the Year

FAPSC, 2022-2023

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Program at a Glance

WAYS TO LEARN

Campus

DEGREE LEVEL

Bachelor of Science

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Qualified campus students can receive up to $15,000 with the Academic Advantage Scholarship. Financial aid available to those who qualify. View Details

STUDENTS IN THIS PROGRAM SAY
  • I enjoy working behind the scenes.
  • I did theater in high school.
  • I'd rather not work a desk job.
  • I like how live shows are different every night.
  • I'm interested in how sound moves through space.
  • I enjoy working as part of a team.
  • I'm interested in learning lighting as well.
  • The show must go on.

Ready to start? Begin your application.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

Audio Measurement Systems - Students use software and hardware for real-time sound-system measurement, optimization, and control to analyze audio in real-time.

Automated Lighting Technology - Students will learn to operate programmable fixtures and design lighting cues while working at consoles and computer programming workstations.

Advanced Video Production - This course addresses lighting for video, advanced camera operation, directing, and advanced switching.

Campus Catalog & Sequence for This Program

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Full Sail's Project LaunchBox™

Project LaunchBox™ is a Full Sail program that provides students with powerful technology to help create projects. All of your files, multimedia creations, and coursework are at your fingertips 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Request more information about this program.

Package specifications are subject to change. Some Project LaunchBox™ components are distributed during students' second year; some Project LaunchBox™ components are downloadable items.

Project Launchbox

Package specifications are subject to change. Some Project LaunchBox™ components are distributed during students' second year; some Project LaunchBox™ components are downloadable items.

Included Components

  • Apple MacBook
  • 3-yr Applecare Extended Warranty
  • Adobe Creative Cloud (Download)
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • iLok USB Dongle
  • Desktop Microphone Stand
  • Sennheiser E835-N Microphone
  • Sennheiser HD280 PRO Headphone
  • 25ft XLR Microphone Cable
  • Universal Audio Volt 2
  • 4-port USB Hub (Powered)

Other Software Taught in this Program

  • Ableton Live Suite (Download)
  • Chop Shop FX (Download)
  • Logic Pro (Download)
  • Pro Tools - Ultimate (Download)
  • SMAART Di v2

Admissions & Financial Aid

A Different Admissions Process

No traditional application deadlines — Classes begin monthly for most programs, so you can apply anytime and start on the date that works best for you.

Program design and course order — You do not need to sign up for specific classes every semester – all of our programs have a predetermined program design and course order.

Accelerated Pace — Full Sail's programs are taken on an accelerated schedule, allowing you to graduate sooner.

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Funding Your Education

Tuition — Our tuition includes all costs for the full degree program, as well as all associated expenses, including textbooks, manuals, media, production materials, lab and technology fees, and Project LaunchBox™ - a personal technology package featuring hardware and software customized to each degree program.

Scholarships — We know that funding your education is a substantial investment. That's why Full Sail University offers a variety of scholarships for qualified students.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This degree can help you explore a variety of entry-level jobs across the live events space, including roles in sound, lighting, video, stage management, and streaming. Some of our grads have worked as video technicians, stage and lighting designers, crew chiefs, and industry entrepreneurs.

This program can be completed in about half the time it takes at a traditional university. Our accelerated format allows students to adapt to a fast-paced schedule and prepares them to pursue their professional goals sooner. Learn more about the Full Sail advantage and what makes our programs different.

For a breakdown of the curriculum and a month-by-month schedule, check out the Live Event Production campus course listing.

We structure our tuition a little differently than you might find at other schools. Our locked-in rates will never increase year to year as you move through your program. Plus, your tuition includes all of the books, supplies, and technology you’ll need to complete your education. For more details and current pricing for this program, check out our Campus Tuition page.

Yes – this degree program is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) under the Department of Education. Learn more about what this means on our Accreditation page.

Take The Next Step

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