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    MSc in Emerging Media
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    MSc in Emerging Media

    Dublin City University

    Dublin City University

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    Ireland, Dublin

    University RankQS Ranking
    421

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    DC605

    Campuses

    Main Site

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines12-Jan-2026
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    Duration 1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    EUR 17,200  / year
    Next Intake 12-Jan-2026

    MSc in Emerging Media

    About

    Overview

    The programme is all about blending contemporary emerging media production, cutting-edge research and academic thoughtfulness to foster fresh approaches that help students find exciting new ways to create, communicate and share stories.

    Our students learn and create in an energetic environment, fitted with state of the art multimedia production equipment and technologies that expand creative horizons.

    By delving into the latest research, which examines the deep relationship between society and technology through the investigation of digitisation, internet and media cultures and the integration of digital technologies into everyday life, students gain the skills to navigate, analyse, and actively contribute to our ever-changing media landscape and contemporary society.

    This practice-based approach to learning and making provides a solid foundation for our students' learning and future in the industry.

    The success of the MSc in Emerging Media contributes to DCU's School of Communications recent ranking in the top 200 communications schools worldwide, and the only Irish media/communications School ranked in the QS World University Rankings.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    For admission to the MSc in Emerging Media programme, successful applicants will have:

    • A degree at the level of an Irish or UK Honours undergraduate degree (H2.2 or above) or equivalent.

    • Applicants with appropriate combinations of professional qualifications and experience may also be considered. This includes discipline-specific knowledge and know-how; transferable skills; basic research competency; personal effectiveness.

    • Applicants who have not yet completed their degree may receive a conditional offer on the basis of most recent grades and pending the achievement of no less than a H2.2 degree.

    • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applicants are required to submit a cover letter along with their application under the Transcripts section of the portal, affirming their intent to apply for RPL. For more information on RPL see here.

    • International candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language.

    Due to the specialist nature of this programme, additional criteria may be used to assess suitability to undertake this programme. For further information, please contact the Programme Chair using the contact details above.

    English Program Requirements

    Postgraduate Taught Programmes Note: In exceptional circumstances, results in examinations other than those published may be accepted as proof of competence in English language for postgraduate taught programmes. 

    This may include:

    • Non-native speakers of English who in the past two years have completed their school education through the medium of English in a country where English is the official language. For example, applicants who have successfully achieved a 06/H7 in Leaving Certificate English, a Grade D in A Level English or an examination deemed as an equivalent by DCU.
    • Applicants who have completed their undergraduate degree in the past two years, in a country where English is the official language.
    • Applicants who have recently lived in a country where English is the official language for at least four years and been employed in a professional role that required a high level of written and verbal communication. Applicants will be required to provide specific documentation to evidence this e.g. residency documentation, employer statement.

    Research Programmes Note: Faculty of Engineering & Computing and Faculty of Science & Health

    In exceptional circumstances, results in examinations other than those published may be accepted as proof of competence in English language for research programmes in the Faculties noted above. 

    For further details about DCU English Language Requirements, please contact DCU Admissions.

    Career

    Careers & Further Options

    Careers

    Graduates of this course can anticipate a variety of employment opportunities within media-related sectors. Our alumni have secured positions in diverse media enterprises, broadcasting firms and non-governmental organisations. These roles span from Online Visual Designer, Filmmaker, Editor, Interaction Designer, Animator, and UX/UI Designer to Sound Designer. Many of our graduates have advanced to take on leadership positions, including Transmedia Campaign Manager, Creative Director, or Head of Digital Production.

    Digital Video Specialist
    Digital Imaging Specialist
    Interactive Designer
    Content/Technical Writer
    Sound Designer/Engineer
    Installation Designer
    Project Manager
    New Media Artist
    Video editor
    Video game designer
    UX – UI Design Lead
    Social Media Communications Manager
    Creative Director

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    EUR 17,200 

    Application Fee

    EUR  
    Dublin City University

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