MSc in Emerging Media
Dublin, Ireland
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 17,000
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
The programme is about blending contemporary emerging media production, cutting-edge research and academic thoughtfulness to foster fresh approaches that help students find exciting new ways to create, communicate and share stories.
Our students learn and create in an energetic environment, equipped with state-of-the-art multimedia production equipment and technologies that expand their creative horizons.
By delving into the latest research, which examines the deep relationship between society and technology through the investigation of digitisation, internet and media cultures and the integration of digital technologies into everyday life, students gain the skills to navigate, analyse, and actively contribute to our ever-changing media landscape and contemporary society.
This practice-based approach to learning and making provides a solid foundation for our students' learning and future in the industry.
The success of the MSc in Emerging Media contributes to DCU's School of Communications' recent ranking in the top 200 communications schools worldwide, and the only Irish media/communications School ranked in the QS World University Rankings.
Admissions
Curriculum
Students in the programme are offered from a range of production-based modules, including Responsive Media, Moving Image and Video Production, Audio and Sound Design, Emerging Media Praxis, Visual Design, and Screenwriting, as well as theory-based modules such as Understanding Social Media, Project Plan and Management, Media Audiences and Consumption.
By the end of the programme students plan and execute a Major Project in teams, supervised by staff, and designed to provide an industry-level portfolio piece.
We offer a supportive learning environment for students with diverse backgrounds and broad skills when it comes to digital media technologies and making content.
We aim to help you acquire the essential technical skills needed to use industry-standard new media tools effectively. And we're here to help you build both your creative and technical abilities in areas such as emerging media production, meaningful design, media editing, authoring, and storytelling for purposeful communication.
These skills are crucial for effectively using multimedia technologies to create content, products, services and emotions.
Course Life
- Practice-based research: our programme stands out in how we understand and teach emerging media, in short, practice informed by critical thinking
- We create a supportive learning environment that fosters creativity that serves students' needs
- We believe in learning through practical experience, which encourages excellence, innovation, and professionalism
- We provide access to state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and facilities
- Our teaching team brings together industry experience and academic expertise
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course can anticipate a variety of employment opportunities within media-related sectors. Our alumni have secured positions in diverse media enterprises, broadcasting firms and non-governmental organisations. These roles span from Online Visual Designer, Filmmaker, Editor, Interaction Designer, Animator, and UX/UI Designer to Sound Designer. Many of our graduates have advanced to take on leadership positions, including Transmedia Campaign Manager, Creative Director, or Head of Digital Production.
Career Prospects
- Digital Video Specialist
- Digital Imaging Specialist
- Interactive Designer
- Content/Technical Writer
- Sound Designer/Engineer
- Installation Designer
- Project Manager
- New Media Artist
- Video editor
- Video game designer
- UX – UI Design Lead
- Social Media Communications Manager
- Creative Director