45 Journalism, Media, and Mass Communication Degree Programs in Ireland

Journalism is an important, exciting and dynamic field. It tells us about ourselves. The platforms through which we tell our stories are evolving, and in UL we offer students a chance to engage with and deliver stories across all digital and social media platforms. We help develop real-world practical and critical thinking skills in students so that their journalism is informed by a balanced sense of justice, accuracy and life-experience. Over the four years our students will:

DCU’s MSc in Journalism offers expert-led training in political, climate, and data journalism, plus hands-on skills in video, audio, and MoJo production. Learn in state-of-the-art labs and studios, gain real-world experience through a six-week media internship, and join a network of Ireland’s top journalists.

DCU’s MSc in Science and Health Communication equips graduates to tackle global challenges by making science accessible and engaging. Founded in 1996, it welcomes STEM and humanities professionals, offering expertise in public engagement, health policy, and communication across diverse platforms and sectors.

DCU’s MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communications, accredited by the Public Relations Institute of Ireland, offers expert-led training in PR theory and practice. Gain insights into social media, corporate social responsibility, and digital trends, preparing you for success in the evolving communications landscape.

DCU’s MSc in Political Communication prepares you for roles in public, private, or nonprofit sectors. Gain expertise in media, spin, fake news, PR, and political advertising. With work placement opportunities or a reflection project, you’ll build practical skills and complete a dissertation on a topic of your choice.

This MA programme examines the complex impact of social media and the internet in areas as diverse as business, politics and culture. Such knowledge is vital as digital media have become central to communication and information ecosystems, as well as our everyday existence.

The four-year Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Creative Writing covers all aspects of written communication, with particular emphasis on those that lie outside the purely academic and technical fields. Creative writing draws on the author’s imaginative capacity, stylistic felicity, and originality of composition, insight and expression.

DCU's MSc in Data Protection and Privacy Law prepares you for impactful roles in the public and private sectors. Gain expertise in data protection laws and privacy regulations, equipping you to navigate the evolving global landscape where personal data drives the economy.

The BA in Creative Writing and English offers you the opportunity to develop critical and creative skills within one programme, which is innovative not only for its integration of two intertwined subjects, but for its industry links and its teaching practices.

The BA (Hons) in Public Relations and Media provides graduates with the knowledge and skills to step into an exciting communications career. It shows students how to work as thoughtful professionals, using personal skills and media technologies to influence and persuade audiences and publics.

The MA in Critical and Creative Media is an innovative course that combines critical thinking and cutting edge production skills to tackle the challenging environment of contemporary media practices.

Build advanced technical skills from year one: Study all the principles and uses of computer science with a strong emphasis on multimedia, mobile apps, and website software, key mathematical concepts, a substantial final-year project, and a six-month industry placement.

The programme combines critical thinking and creative practice to tackle the challenging environment of contemporary media industries. It develops a wide range of theoretical and practical approaches across several media forms including film, interactive media, print, broadcast TV and radio.

DCU’s MA in Music, Sound, Culture, and Media combines expertise from the School of Theology, Philosophy, and Music with the School of Communications. Open to diverse academic and professional backgrounds, it offers interdisciplinary training in music, sound, and media, equipping graduates for evolving creative industries.

DCU’s European Master in Law, Data and AI (EMILDAI) addresses the legal, technical, and ethical challenges of digitisation. This programme equips you with the expertise to legally, ethically, and safely process data, especially when using AI systems—skills highly valued by businesses and public institutions.