Program Details

Students employ tools and workflow used in commercial media production, using state-of-the-art technologies.
Location:
Savannah, United States
Program Type:
Full Degree
Degree Level:
Master
Specialty:
Performing Arts

Program Overview

Program Description:
In the context of a comprehensive art and design university setting, SCAD offers the only B.F.A., M.A. and M.F.A. programs focusing on sound design for media—film, television and video games. In addition, SCAD is a Digidesign Certified Pro School, offering students the opportunity to become certified by a Pro Tools and ICON expert before graduation. The program models the tools and workflow used in commercial media production. Sound design students collaborate with their peers in film, digital media and performing arts programs. They may choose electives in animation, motion media design, visual effects, interactive design and game development, and other areas. State-of-the-art technologies support all aspects of the curriculum and include 10 HD Pro Tools labs, two dedicated surround sound mix/mastering rooms, a MIDI lab complete with a full range of synthesis and sampling technologies, two classrooms each housing 20 Pro Tools LE workstations, a recording studio for music, Foley and film scoring, and two suites for dialog recording and editing. Field equipment includes digital field recorders, field microphones and a professionally equipped location sound cart for film production.

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:
The Savannah College of Art and Design is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Requirements:
SCAD encourages applications from students who demonstrate successful completion of appropriate coursework on the undergraduate level and adequate preparedness to undertake graduate-level study. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or should anticipate completion of a bachelor’s degree before enrollment in the graduate program. All applicants are evaluated individually according to previous educational experience and level of achievement. Please see website for admission information.
International Requirements:
SCAD welcomes students from throughout the world. Please see website for international student requirements.