The course is structured around four key elements: foundation modules, core modules, production modules and optional modules. The foundation modules in Year One provide a basic grounding in the disciplines you’ll need for more advanced work in later years. Core modules in Years Two and Three help you develop a critical awareness of developments in the areas of communication, media and cultural studies. The production modules ensure that you develop skills in audio, video, imaging and communication/presentation skills. With your optional modules, you’ll develop expertise in a number of key areas that reflect your particular aptitudes and aspirations. The optional (non-production) Research Project in the final year is a piece of original academic work.

A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade 06/H7, to include the subjects English OR Irish AND the subject Mathematics. In addition, applicants must present at least two subjects at grade H5. TOEFL - Overall score 580 or above and all sections scores 55 or above. English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP) - C1 Your English language certificate must be awarded within two years of the start date of your DCU programme.