Program Overview
The Film Studies at University College Dublin is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Film Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: EUR 18,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Film Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Media Theory and Culture
- Research Skills in Film Studies
- Early and Silent Cinema
- Visualising Ireland: Negotiating Contemporary Irish Cinema
- Italian Cinema: From Postwar to the Present
- Chick Flicks: Women and Hollywood Storytelling
- Stardom, Celebrity & Media Culture
- Theories of Social & Digital Media
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 7.5 (no band less than 7.0 in each element), or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 18,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 18,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,750 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College Dublin directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Dundrum, Ireland
University College Dublin is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months