Master of Arts (MA) Degree - Sound Design
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Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Online
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Duration
4 Semesters
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Start date
Different dates available
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
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The MA in Sound Design provides students with focused studio training in sound design, digital audio workstations, and industry standard practices in creating sonic worlds for visual media. Emphasis is placed on creative sound design techniques, and editorial practices in layering sounds in synchronization with visual media.
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About this course
Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:
Listening Skills and Critical Thinking
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the singular elements and overall combinations of sound design
Soundtrack for Visual Media
Create sound which supports or heightens the emotional impact of visual imagery
Production Skills and Technical Knowledge
Demonstrate proficiency with software related to contemporary sound production techniques
Professional Readiness
Think critically and demonstrate flexibility in creating or editing audio for client needs
Complete a final project which reflects professional goals
Academy of Art University Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Academy of Art University will demonstrate the ability to:
Produce a body of work suitable for seeking professional opportunities in their chosen field of art and design.
Solve creative problems within their field of art and design, including research and synthesis of technical, aesthetic, and conceptual knowledge.
Communicate their ideas professionally and connect with their intended audience using visual, oral, and written presentation skills relevant to their field.
Execute technical, aesthetic, and conceptual decisions based on an understanding of art and design principles.
Evaluate work in their field, including their own work, using professional terminology.
Recognize the influence of major cultural and aesthetic trends, both historical and contemporary, on art and design products.
Learn the professional skills and behaviors necessary to compete in the global marketplace for art and design.
MA Sound Design Degree Requirements
Successful completion of Final Portfolio Review
Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
Minimum grade of C in all required 36 units
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Subjects
- Design
- Production
- Sound
- Sound Design
- Industry
- Media
- Music
- Soundtrack Industry
- Modern Techniques
- Music Production
- Film Music History
Course programme
- MUS 601: Pro Tools User Certification Preparation
- MUS 602: Soundtrack Industry Overview
- MUS 609: Modern Techniques in Music Production
- GLA 618: Film Music History: The Art of the Film Score
- MUS 616: Audio Production 1
- MUS 629: Music Editing for Visual Media
- MPT 632: Sound Design
- MUS 639: Music Production 2
- MUS 701: ProTools 2 Operator Certification Preparation
- MUS 617: Sound Design for Games
- MUS 643: Creative Sound Design for Visual Media
- MUS 780: Music and Sound Design Professional Practices
Master of Arts (MA) Degree - Sound Design