Master of Arts in Digital Communications: Podcasting and Video

Program Overview

Master of Arts in Digital Communications: Podcasting and Video

Overview

The MA in Digital Communications: Podcasting and Video is designed to be delivered on a full-time basis over one calendar year and on a part-time basis over 2 years. It consists of nine taught modules delivered during the academic year and a dissertation which is completed during the summer months.

Why Study TV and Radio Journalism at Griffith College?

The MA in TV and Radio Journalism is recognised by the NUJ and conducted on both a full and part-time basis over a 1-2 year period. Learners will acquire both a theory-based understanding of the media industries as well as journalism-specific production skills.

Course Highlights

• State-of-the-art studios and facilities
• NUJ (National Union of Journalists) Press Pass for the duration of your study
• Build your own professional portfolio
• Study full-time, part-time or through blended learning
• Conceive, produce, edit and publish your own content
• Connect with industry leaders

Course Details

The MA in Digital Communications: Podcasting and Video is designed to be delivered on a full-time basis over one calendar year and on a part-time basis over 2 years. It consists of nine taught modules delivered during the academic year and a dissertation which is completed during the summer months.

Core Modules

• Communications and Audience Theories
• Dissertation
• Mobile Video Production
• Multiplatform Writing & Editing
• Podcasting & Radio Production
• Radio Documentary & Advanced Podcasting Techniques
• Radio Studio Production
• Research: Methods & Skills
• Social/Digital Content Creation
• TV Studio Production
• Video Storytelling

Elective Modules

• International Political Economy
• Media Product Design & Professional Development
• Photojournalism
• Sports Journalism
• The Business of Media
• Virtual Studio: Mastering & Delivery

Entry Requirements

A primary degree (2.2) and interview

English Language

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

Tuition Fees

Irish/EU citizen, living in Ireland

• Full-Time: EUR 8,150.00
• Part-Time: EUR 8,150.00

Irish/EU citizen, living abroad

• Full-Time: EUR 9,000.00

International

• Full-Time: EUR 12,000.00

Progression

Academic Progression

On completion of the Level 9 MA in Digital Communications: Podcasting and Video, students may progress onto a range of Level 10 Doctoral programmes on the National Qualifications Framework.

Career Progression

Through the MA in Digital Communications: Podcasting and Video, you will have gained valuable professional experience, built a strong portfolio and covered a diverse range of media. Graduates of this course are employed in a wide variety of fields across the communications industries in media and communications companies, non-governmental organisations, video production firms and media outlets as journalists, editors, media content creators, researchers, video producers and radio production managers. There is a wide range of career options for our graduates including:

• Video Producer
• Radio Journalist/Researcher
• Editorial Assistant
• Content and Community Manager
• Social Media Coordinator