Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Media Production and Digital Arts, Technological University Dublin

Dublin, Leinster

48 Months

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About this course

If you're passionate about working in the fast-paced media industry, this four-year course offers hands-on experience in digital content creation. The program is studio-based with practical modules in filmmaking, animations, radio, photography, and more, designed to develop your storytelling skills across multiple platforms. As industry trends evolve, the course responds flexibly to your interests, allowing you to specialize in areas like motion design, graphic design, or emerging media such as virtual reality and creative coding. Theoretical modules complement practical work, giving you a well-rounded understanding of media's societal role. With opportunities to work on projects like music videos, photo portfolios, and interactive media, students learn to think, design, and create from the outset.

Why this course is highly recommended

Students appreciate the balance of practical and theoretical learning, enabling them to develop diverse skills applicable in real media environments. The course's industry connections and project work have helped students gain experience for careers at prominent organizations like RTÉ, BBC, Google, and others. The flexible structure allows exploration of various media disciplines, making it ideal for those unsure of their exact career path but interested in media creation and storytelling.

Specialisation

In the final two years, students can tailor their focus based on their interests, choosing paths such as filmmaking, animations, motion design, graphic design, or photographic portfolios. The course also introduces emerging media practices like augmented and virtual reality and creative coding, preparing students to work with the latest technologies and storytelling tools.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

12.19L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants need a minimum of six subjects in the Leaving Certificate, including two H5 grades, with at least a pass in Foundation Level Mathematics or equivalent. QQI/FET awards with three distinctions at Level 5 or 6 are also accepted. Mature students aged 23 or above are welcome to apply, and English proficiency requirements include a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 if English is not the first language.

English language test

IELTS

PTE

TOEFL

DUOLINGO

120

Career prospects

Graduates can pursue roles such as director, script-writer, camera-person, studio director, photo-journalist, visual effects artist, graphic designer, animator, social media manager, and media producer. Employers include major media outlets like RTÉ, BBC, Virgin Media, Google, Facebook, and production companies such as Windmill Lane and Ardmore Studios. The degree prepares students for a broad range of creative and media management careers.

FAQs

What are the main modules in the first year?

The first-year modules include Critical Skills Development, Graphic Design, Creative Photography, Media Writing, Media Studies, Radio Production, TV Production, and Media Technologies.

Are there international study opportunities?

Yes, students have Erasmus links with institutions in Finland, France, Germany, and Spain, along with a chance to study in Canada for one semester in Year 3.