DC132 · Level 8 · 3 years

Journalism

Dublin City University · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

410

Up 22 points since 2023 (388).

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About this course

A hands-on journalism degree where you learn to report and write for digital, print, radio and video. Many lecturers are or were working journalists.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study news writing, radio, mobile and video journalism, media law, ethics and politics. In second year you pick from options such as investigative journalism, podcasting, data journalism and photojournalism. In third year you finish with a dissertation or journalism project.
Placement and abroad
An eight-week INTRA placement with a media organisation in final year.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in journalism, broadcasting, public relations, public service, advertising and copywriting.
Who it suits
Suits students who are curious, enjoy writing and current affairs, and can work to deadlines.

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About Journalism and information

Courses related to journalism, communication, and media studies

These courses involve learning about the creation, dissemination, and management of news and information. This field covers skills in reporting, writing, editing, multimedia storytelling, digital platforms, media ethics, and media law. E.g. Journalism, Communication Studies.

Points history

2023388202438920254092026410

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026410Published after the final round
2025 409409444
2024 389389430
2023 388388451

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • English: Higher H4
  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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