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Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies & Philosophy and Faculty of Science & Engineering:
BA Multimedia
MH110 - BA (Level 8 Honours)
Entrance requirements |
2HC3 + 4OD3, English, Irish + a third language, OB3/HD3 Leaving Certificate Mathematics or equivalent |
Duration |
3 year (BA) or 4 year (BA International) |
Points 2009 |
365 |
Cannot be combined with |
Computer Science, Music, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish |
FETAC link |
Yes |
Course Outline |
First Year
- Reading New Media - Introduction to Computer Science - Digital Video Production - Introduction to Computer Systems and Programming - Sound and Video Editing - Visual Cultures - Discrete Structures |
Second Year
- Programming - Multimedia Technologies - Converged Media - Key Thinkers - Digital Imaging - Humanities Computing - Databases - New Media Cultures - Interactive Media Authoring - Web Information Processing - Media Research Skills |
Third Year
- Multimedia Project/Dissertation - Socialisation of Technology - Media Law - Web Design - Computer Networks - Software Design - Production Management - Multimedia Industries - Computer Graphics - Computer Science elective |
Studying Multimedia
The digital revolution is transforming how we communicate, how we express ourselves, and how we form communities. This dynamic programme encompasses the twin challenges of learning to use media technologies creatively and learning to analyse the impact of new media on society and individuals. As a student, you will have an opportunity to explore what happens when technology and imagination meet.
Kairos Communications, a leading independent television and radio production company, will deliver part of the course. You will gain practical experience in a professional studio environment, learning to master computing and programming, cameras and sound recording equipment, and web design and interactive authoring. You will also study the social, cultural, and human implications of new media and the computer science that underly them.
As the creation of multimedia content is often collaborative, you will be encouraged to work on practical projects in groups, developing team-building and networking skills. You will develop your individual creativity, rooted in theoretical reflection and a solid skills base.
Course Structure
As a Single Honours BA degree, Multimedia is taken with one other subject in First Year. Students take Multimedia only in Second and Third Year.
Students who have not taken higher-level Mathematics are recommended to choose Mathematical Studies as their other subject in First Year.
Students who do not wish to continue with the BA Multimedia after First Year may transfer to MH101, continuing with Computer Science and their other Arts subject. (This is only possible for students who have not chosen Biology, Law or Physics with Astronomy in First Year).
This course is also available as Bachelor of Science programme, see page 200
Students who opt to spend a year studying abroad are awarded a BA (International) degree.
Career Options
The world of multimedia production is still being defined, and the delivery of new, interactive forms of entertainment and information are still being explored. Graduates will benefit from a combination of enhanced creativity, practical production skills, and a solid grounding in the theories behind new media. Students should be prepared to enter areas such as web design, game design, or television, radio, video, and film production. They may also consider careers in other areas of the media, such as journalism, research, marketing, advertising, and public relations.
Postgraduate Options
MA Radio and Television Production
Centre for Media Studies |
Ms Maura Hennelly or Ms Anne Byrne |
Department of Computer Science |
Tel: 01 708 3847 Email: admin@cs.nuim.ie http://www.cs.nuim.ie |