Sound Design MA
Introduction
Sound Design MA is a Masters program taught at Academy of Art University, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (18 months) options.
The Sound Design MA provides focused studio training in sound design, digital audio workstations, and industry practices for creating sonic worlds for visual media. Students develop creative sound design techniques and editorial practices for layering sounds in synchronization with visual media, including film and music editing skills.
The major classes are delivered online and on campus. The curriculum includes courses such as Editing Concepts and Creative Solutions, Film Sound 1 - Creating Soundtracks, and Pro Tools 1, with studio-based audio production and editing. Students complete 36 units across major coursework and graduate liberal arts, and they complete a final portfolio review.
Modules
- MPT 625
- MPT 632
- MUS 601
- MUS 602
- MUS 616
- MUS 617
- MUS 629
- MUS 637
- MUS 705
- MUS 780
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Sound Design MA at Academy of Art University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by Academy of Art University.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Academy of Art University as pre-requiste for admission in Sound Design MA.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
Successful completion of Final Portfolio Review.
Minimum grade of C in all required 36 units.
Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and the following Academic Study requirements:
- 1 Major Designated Graduate Liberal Arts course
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.academyart.edu/academics/music-production/degrees/sound-design-ma
Scholarships
80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.