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Audio Production

Bachelor of Science

About This Program

If you’re looking to pursue a bachelor’s degree in audio production, Full Sail can help you gain the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to conduct business as an independent audio creator.

The audio production professional of the future is not a traditional job seeker, but an entrepreneurial-minded self-starter. It's no longer just about working in conventional studios; audio specialists now enjoy the flexibility of working from creative spaces – large or small – anywhere in the world. In this coursework, you’ll learn everything from pop culture and music business fundamentals to production and postproduction techniques. 

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Upcoming Start Dates

  • May 5
  • June 2
  • June 30
  • August 4

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Program at a Glance

WAYS TO LEARN

Online

DEGREE LEVEL

Bachelor of Science

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Qualified online students can receive up to $30,000 with the Momentum Scholarship. Financial aid available to those who qualify.

STUDENTS IN THIS PROGRAM SAY
  • I’m curious about how sound effects in movies and games are made.
  • I want the flexibility of being able to record anywhere.
  • I'm interested in owning my own business.
  • I'd like to be able to apply my skills to a variety of industries.
  • I keep up with the latest audio-industry trends.
  • I'm independently motivated and driven.

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COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

Fundamentals of Music Business - Students will examine different components of the music industry, such as companies, unions, not-for-profit associations, and other entities that influence the music production and live-event fields.

Game Audio Production Techniques ‐ The course focuses on creative design and addresses the considerations of audio behavior for games.

Advanced Mixing Techniques ‐ The course examines optimizing the mixing environment, mixing styles, mixing strategies, aesthetics, and advanced signal processing. Common problems encountered by mix engineers will be discussed, along with creative solutions.

Online Catalog & Sequence for This Program

Not sure? Watch to explore our other Music and Recording programs and see which one is the right fit for you.

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.

For the May 5 start date, students in this program will also receive an Apple iPad in their first month of school.

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.

For the May 5 start date, students in this program will also receive an Apple iPad in their first month of school.

Included Components

  • Apple MacBook
  • 3-yr Applecare Extended Warranty
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Audio-Technica AT2035b Microphone
  • Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 Audio Interface
  • Hosa Pro Mic Cable 15' (x2)
  • Hosa TRS Cable 5' (x2)
  • iLok USB Dongle
  • Novation Launchkey 49 MK3 MIDI Keyboard
  • Presonus Studio 4 Speaker (x2)
  • SanDisk Extreme 32GB SDHC UHS-I Flash Card
  • Seagate 2TB External HD
  • Sennheiser HD280 PRO Headphone
  • Shure SM57 mic
  • Universal Hairy Windscreen
  • Zoom H5 Handheld Recorder
  • 4-port USB Hub (Powered)

Other Software Taught in this Program

  • Ableton Live Suite (Download)
  • Auto-Tune Pro (Download)
  • Chop Shop FX (Download)
  • iZotope RX10 (Download)
  • Logic Pro (Download)
  • Pro Tools - Ultimate (Download)
  • Slate Digital Plugins (Download)

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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