Program Overview

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Creative Digital Media

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Digital Media is a four-year program that provides students with the practical, creative, and technical skills needed to succeed in the digital society and creative industries.

Program Details

TU Code

TU981

CAO Point Range 2024

327−509

NFQ Level

Level 8

Award Type

Major

Award

Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

ECTS Credits

240

Duration

4 years

Number of Places

55

Location

Blanchardstown

What is Creative Digital Media?

This cutting-edge course is designed for prospective digital creatives who want to develop their creativity and express it through various digital media. The program covers a wide range of topics, including graphic design, web design, photography, audio engineering, video production, filmmaking, interactive design, UX, 3D modeling, and virtual reality.

Work Placement

There is an optional 12-week work placement in Year 3, Semester 2, which provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the industry.

IT Requirements

Students are required to have a high-spec laptop that can run Windows 10, an AV solution, and Office comfortably. They should also be able to use Wi-Fi and a camera to attend online classes and use other hardware-intensive software.

Special Notes

• Students in Creative Digital Media may choose a device running Windows or OSX (Apple) operating system.
• Apple devices are available from the HEANET store.
• Students are advised to purchase an annual subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud (all apps).

Minimum Entry Requirements

Leaving Certificate Requirements

• Minimum Number of Subjects: 6
• Minimum Grade in Maths: O6/H7/F2 or higher
• Minimum Grade in English OR Irish: O6/H7

QQI/FET Requirements

• QQI/FET Award Required: Any full Level 5 or 6 award
• Additional Requirements: A distinction in 3 modules

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome.

English Language Requirements

• If English is not the first language, students will need to provide evidence of their English language proficiency as detailed on the university's website.
• Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6.0 overall (or equivalent).

Sample Timetable

A sample timetable is available on the university's website.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can pursue a wide range of creative roles, including:

• Graphic Designer
• Illustrator
• Branding
• Marketing
• Advertising
• Filmmaking
• Web Designer
• Game Development
• Interactive Designer
• User Experience Designer (UX)
• App Developer
• Animator
• Creative Consultant

Module Listing

The program consists of four years, with each year divided into two semesters. The modules include:

• Year One:
  • Digital Photography
  • Introduction to Digital Media
  • Personal Development
  • Visual Creativity
  • Web Development 1
• Year Two:
  • Website Design 1
  • Multimedia Development 1
  • Visual Design Fundamentals
  • Group Project (Phase 1)
  • Digital Video Techniques
• Year Three:
  • Sound Design
  • Content Management Systems
  • Professional Practice
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Drama Filmmaking
  • Digital Media within Society
• Year Four:
  • Final Year Project (Phase 1)
  • Critical Theory
  • Creative Practice Thinking
  • Professional Digital Video
  • Application Design & Development

Advanced Entry

Advanced Entry applications are accepted to this course. For further information on how to make an Advanced Entry application, please visit the university's CAO Hub.

Progression

On graduation, students may continue to postgraduate study at TU Dublin or elsewhere.