Program Overview

BA (Hons) in Communications and Media Production

Overview

This BA (Hons) in Communications and Media Production is a full-time, three-year programme that aims to give students a foundation in an array of communications platforms, including social and digital media, photography, radio, investigative journalism, TV and video. If you’re passionate about telling the stories that matter, this is the course for you.

Course Details

Year One

• Photography 1
• Understanding Society
• Thinking, Writing, Presenting
• Video Storytelling
• Writing for Media
• Communications History
• Digital and Online Media Production
• Media Law and Ethics
• Media Studies
• Radio and Podcast Production 1

Year Two

• Contemporary Politics
• Digital Marketing Fundamentals
• History of Art and Photography
• Research Methods
• Video Storytelling 2
• Media Reporting and Editing (Elective - Stream A)
• Radio and Podcast Production 2 (Elective - Stream A)
• Investigative Journalism (Elective - Stream A)
• Photography 2 (Elective - Stream B)
• Visual Communications (Elective - Stream B)
• Web Design (Elective - Stream B)

Year Three

• Contemporary Politics 2
• Media Sociology
• Conflict Reporting
• Creative Writing
• Dissertation
• Data Journalism
• Digital Marketing Strategies
• Film Studies
• Online Content Creation
• Professional Practice and Development
• Media Research and Cultural Studies
• Commercial Photography
• Environment Communication
• Investigative Journalism 2
• Media Exhibition
• Public Relations
• Radio Production 3
• Sports Journalism
• Video Production 3: Studio Practice
• Writing for Games

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

For Irish/EU citizens, a Leaving Certificate of: 2 H5 and 4 O6/H7 grades, to include a language (English, Irish or another language) and maths or equivalent.

English Language requirements

Griffith College is accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency.

How to Apply

Irish/EU Applicants under 23 years of age:

Irish/EU applicants who are under 23 years of age on January 1st of the year they wish to enter must apply through the CAO.

Irish/EU Applicants over 23 years of age (Mature students):

If you are 23 years of age on or before the 1st January of the year you want to enter, you may apply as a mature student. Mature and part-time applicants must apply directly.

International Students:

To apply to Griffith College as an international student, you'll need to complete an online application form, provide proof of ID, academic transcripts, and demonstrate English language proficiency if applicable.

Fees

Tuition Fees

• Irish/EU citizens, living in Ireland: EUR 6,650.00 for Year 1.
• Irish/EU citizens, living abroad: EUR 7,000.
• International: EUR 12,000.

Academic Administration Fee

An Academic Administration Fee of EUR 250 is payable each September at the start of term.

Student Services and Administration Fee

A Student Services and Administration Fee of EUR 200 is payable each academic year in addition to the fees quoted above.

Learner Protection Charge

All QQI accredited programmes of education and training of 3 months or longer duration are covered by arrangements under section 65 (4) of the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012.

QQI Award Fee

Please note that a QQI Award Fee applies in the final year of all QQI courses. For the BA (Hons) in Communications and Media Production, this fee is EUR 200.00.

Progression

Academic Progression

Graduates of this course have the option to continue their studies at Griffith College. We offer a number of options including:

• MA in Journalism and Digital Communications
• MA in Public Relations and Digital Communications
• MA in Digital Communications: Podcasting and Video
• MSc in Interactive Digital Media

Career Progression

Through the BA (Hons) in Communications & Media Production, you will have gained valuable professional experience, built a strong portfolio and covered a diverse range of media. There is a wide range of career options for our graduates including:

• Video production
• Photography
• Web Design
• Graphic Production
• Online Campaign Manager
• Researcher and Journalist
• Multimedia Specialist
• Broadcast Journalist
• Technical Writer
• Advertising Account Manager