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Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies & Philosophy:
Media Studies
MH109 - BA (Level 8 Honours)
Entrance requirements |
2HC3 + 4OD3, English, Irish + a third language, HC3 Leaving Certificate English or equivalent |
Duration |
3 year (BA) or 4 year (BA International) |
Points 2009 |
425 |
Cannot be combined with |
French, Greek and Roman Civilization, Medieval Irish and Celtic Studies, Mathematical Physics, Psychology |
FETAC link |
Yes |
Course Outline |
First Year
- Introduction to Media Studies - Television and Radio Production
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Second Year
- Television and Radio Production - Critical Theory - Journalism and Radio Journalism - Script Writing - Media Research Methods |
Third Year
- Television and Radio Production - Media Audiences and Users - Media Globalisation - Media Policy and Law - Media in the Community, or - Media Dissertation |
The world of media – television and radio in particular – is of central importance in today’s society, and a dynamic and rapidly changing industry. This programme will help you to prepare for a career in this sector through applied training in radio and television production, and a thorough grounding in the academic study of media in society.
The programme is delivered by the Centre for Media Studies in partnership with Kairos Communications, a leading independent television and radio production company. You will work in a professional studio environment, crafting radio and television programmes with experienced industry professionals. In the classroom, you will engage in an analysis of the sociological, historical, legal, political and cultural dimensions of media.
Course Structure
As a Double Honours BA degree, Media Studies is taken with two other subjects in First Year and with one other subject in Second and Third Year.
Students who opt to spend a year studying abroad are awarded a BA (International) degree.
Career Options
This is the only degree course in Ireland that combines media production training with the academic strengths of an Arts BA. This combination of technical and editorial training with subject knowledge allows graduates to consider careers in television, radio, video, and film production; journalism, research, and creative writing; and marketing, advertising and public relations.
Postgraduate Options
MA in Radio and Television Production
M.Litt by research
Centre for Media Studies |
Ms Maura Hennelly or Ms Anne Byrne
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