BSc

Media Communications

Learn more about studying Media Communications as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    20 months
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    40,200USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Full Sail University says about their program:

What is media communications? Although the professional world of media communications is vast and always evolving, those who inhabit it are connected by the ability to turn a message into something that resonates and inspires. By learning about media communications at Full Sail, you will gain a thorough understanding of the skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic media industries. Throughout the project-based curriculum, you’ll explore topics ranging from digital video and audio production to entrepreneurship and marketing strategies. You’ll also hone standard industry skills such as storytelling, graphic design, research methodology, and the ability to effectively articulate abstract concepts.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High School/Secondary School Transcript.
  • Applicants who have completed high school at a foreign institution must provide official documentation which will be evaluated in-house for equivalence. Documentation not in English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • University or College Transcripts accompanied by a Third-Party Evaluation.
  • Applicants who have completed university studies at a foreign institution must provide official documentation to determine the school’s U.S. equivalency (through an outside evaluation service).

English proficiency

  • TOEFL iBT

    minimum required score of 79

  • IELTS Academic

    minimum required score of 6

  • PTE Academic

    score of 53

Additional language proficiency exams may be accepted and scores are only valid for 2 years

Entry requirements

  • Interview with Admissions Representative
  • Transcripts
  • Verification of language proficiency
  • Financial Guarantee
  • Copy of Government identification
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Fees and funding

Graduate fees

  • On-campus programs

    $38,000 per program

  • Online programs

    $35,000 per program

Undergraduate fees

  • Online and on-campus programs

    US$10,500 per program

  • On-campus programs

    from US$22,750 to US$44,500 per year

  • Online programs

    from US$16,000 to US$32,000 per year

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What is the cost of living near Full Sail University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Orlando, Florida-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,940Range: $1,700 to $2,200
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,545Range: $1,300 to $1,925
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$194Range: $150 to $250
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$81Range: $50 to $105
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$64Range: $31 to $100
Monthly public transport pass$50Range: $50 to $50
Monthly grocery basket$214Range: $105 to $347
Coffee shop drink$5Range: $4 to $8
Cinema or cultural event ticket$16Range: $13 to $20
Gym membership$50Range: $15 to $90

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Full Sail University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.