Program Overview

Nicholson School of Communication and Media

The Nicholson School of Communication and Media offers various programs, including:

• Communication
• Film and Mass Media
• Games and Interactive Media
• Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy
• Graduate Programs

Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy

The Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy (FIEA) is a place where game development and great dreams meet. Student artists, programmers, tech artists, and producers work together to make tomorrow's games and earn a master's degree. The program is overseen by faculty who are industry veterans.

Graduate Game Design Degree

FIEA offers a graduate game design degree, where students create games and interactive projects that entertain and educate.

Serious Fun

Graduate students at FIEA work on various projects, including:

• Rapid Prototypes
• Capstone Games

These projects allow students to showcase their skills and creativity in game development.

Related Programs

UCF offers related programs, including:

• An undergraduate specialization in Game Design
• A Master of Arts in Digital Media

These programs provide students with a comprehensive education in game development and digital media.

Advising

The Nicholson School of Communication and Media offers undergraduate and graduate advising services, including:

• Academic advising
• Limited access program admission counseling
• Degree audit interpretation
• Course override assistance
• Other services

These services help students navigate their academic programs and achieve their goals.

Latest News

FIEA has received several awards and recognition, including:

• The Unreal Academic Partner Badge
• Top prizes at the Annual FIEA Game Jam
• Awards at the Indienomicon MeGa Health Jam

These achievements demonstrate the excellence and innovation of FIEA's programs and students.