Program Overview

Overview of Film Studies (JH)

The Film Studies (JH) program at Trinity College Dublin is a four-year, full-time honors bachelor degree that delves into the world of film, exploring its history, theory, and cultural significance. This program is designed for students who are passionate about film and wish to develop a deeper understanding of its role in society.

Course Details

• Awards: B.A. Honors Bachelor Degree (NFQ Level 8)
• CAO Information: CAO Points 544-601 (2024)
• Number of Places: 30 Places
• Duration: 4 Years Full-Time

Course Options

Film Studies (JH) can be studied in conjunction with the following subjects:

• Drama Studies
• English Studies
• Music
• Modern Language (Early Irish, French, Irish, Italian, Spanish)
• History

Admission Requirements

• English Language Requirements: All applicants are required to provide official evidence of proficiency in the English language. Applicants to this course are required to meet Band B (Standard Entry) English language requirements.

Course Fees

For a full list of undergraduate fees, please refer to the official Trinity College Dublin website.

Study Abroad

Film Studies has Erasmus exchanges with a number of universities. Students regularly participate in non-EU exchanges (at UCLA, USC, University of British Columbia, and others).

Graduate Skills and Career Opportunities

The program is designed to equip students with a range of skills that are valuable in the film industry and beyond. While many graduates enter the film industry in various roles, further training may be necessary to be industry-ready. The program has formed an Industry Advisory Panel, which includes leading practitioners in the field.

Your Degree and What You’ll Study

• First and Second Years: Core modules include Introduction to Film Analysis, American Cinema, Introduction to European Cinemas, Introduction to Non-Western Cinemas, Introduction to Digital Media, Ireland and the Cinema, Introduction to Film Production, Introduction to Screenwriting, Introduction to Editing, Video Essays, and Documentary Theory and Practice.
• Third and Fourth Years: Students choose from a wide range of electives, including Digital Storyworlds, Writing for the Big Screen, Post-Revolutionary Iranian Cinema, Punk Cinema, Film Authorship, Sound and Cinematography, Women and Film, Melodrama, Film Style and Performance, Anime, Video Games: Theory and Practice, Experimental Film, Practical Documentary, The Film Soundtrack, Contemporary Non-Western Cinemas, TV: Theory and Criticism, and Writing for Games.

Assessment

Film students are assessed by a combination of essay, assignment, project, class participation, and presentation. In their final year, students undertaking a capstone in Film have the option of completing a 10,000-word dissertation, or a screenplay plus 4,000-word critical analysis, or a video essay plus 4,000-word critical analysis.

Conclusion

The Film Studies (JH) program at Trinity College Dublin offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of film, providing students with a strong academic foundation and a range of skills that are highly valued in the film industry and beyond. With its diverse range of modules, study abroad opportunities, and strong industry connections, this program is an excellent choice for students who are passionate about film and wish to pursue a career in this exciting and dynamic field.