The degree is divided into three levels and students take the programme in its entirety. In Level 1, students undertake introductory subjects that are designed to develop knowledge and understanding of core disciplines to provide a platform for more advanced study. Students study a wide rage of subjects including the History of Cinema, Radio Production and Understanding Media and Societs. In Level 2, students take subjects that build on the level 1 foundation and further develop student knowledge and understanding. Subjects like Writing, Editing and Designing for Print Media allow students to develop their creative skills, while Politics of Media Representation allowes students develop their analytical and critical skills. Finally, in Level 3, students take subjects intended to develop understanding of applied areas and key subjects, such as The Documentary Form and Contemporart Media Analysis. Furthermore, students also undertake a research project under the guidance of a supervisor.

Graduates from this programme will not only have the chance to persue successful careers in industries such as Media and Film but will also be well-placed to continue their academic progression on the HETAC Framework. Graduates of this programme may also progress to the final year of three Level 8 programmes offered by DBS; the BA in (Hons) Film Studies or the BA in (Hons) Arts, specialising in both the Film Studies and the Media and Cultural Studies streams.

To apply for this programme through the CAO, fill in the course code DB576 into the Level 6/7 box. Mature applicants, anyone over the age of 23 as of the 1st January this year, can apply through the website. 

For more information about this programme and others like it offered by DBS  check out our website. Alternatively, our admissions office operates a drop in service from 8:45 - 5:15 Monday to Friday in our Aungier Street building and can be contacted at 01-4177500 or by emailing admissions@dbs.ie