MA in Documentary Practice
Dublin, Ireland
MA
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 16,900
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
The new MA in Documentary Practice draws from our 30 years of experience teaching film and television in the School of Communications. It's our response to the increasing interest from students and the growing demand in the industry for long form documentary content..
Furthermore, we provide access to cutting-edge facilities, including a recently constructed media studio equipped with industry-standard cameras, sound recording equipment, and editing tools. This ensures our students have access to the best resources for honing their skills and achieving their creative aspirations.
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The course has been uniquely equipped with brand-new camera equipment, a dedicated post-production lab as well as access to the school’s professional sound and television studios. What makes this MA programme truly unique is its holistic and practice-based approach to non-fiction storytelling. Students will immerse themselves in a multidisciplinary journey encompassing photography, audio production, and video production. Additionally, they will explore theory through extensive readings and the analysis of key documentary films and projects.
Graduates from our Masters in Documentary Practice are poised to become sought-after assets for the dynamic audio-visual industry. They not only bring valuable practical production skills but also possess a profound knack for storytelling. This unique combination equips them with the versatility to chart their own career trajectories.
Here's what sets our graduates apart:
- Practical Prowess: Armed with hands-on production skills, they are well-prepared to contribute effectively in a professional production environment.
- Storytelling Savvy: Their storytelling abilities make them adept at weaving narratives that resonate with audiences, a coveted skill in the industry.
As a result, our graduates will discover a multitude of professional pathways open to them:
- Team Players: They can seamlessly integrate into high-level production teams, enhancing the creative and technical capabilities of any project they join.
- Leadership Potential: With their comprehensive skill set, they have the potential to lead and direct production teams, guiding projects from concept to completion.
Our programme equips graduates not just to fit into the audio-visual industry but to excel and make a meaningful impact, whether as team members or as visionary leaders in their own right.
Career Prospects
- Documentary filmmaker
- Documentary producer
- Sound recordist
- Camera operator
- Director
- Television producer
- Radio producer
- Researcher
- Editor
- Sound editor
- In house communications
- Public Service