DL837 · Level 8 · 4 years

New Media Studies

Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology · Dublin

2026 Round 1 points

222

Points have stayed about the same since 2023.

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About this course

This degree combines making media with studying it. It is based in the National Film School.

How long
4 years
What you study
You learn video, sound and editing, writing, newswriting and scriptwriting. You also study film, media and cultural theory, and the history of media. In Year 4 you build a portfolio in your chosen area.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 there is a 20-week placement in the media industry in Ireland or abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in media, broadcasting, production, journalism and social media as content developers or researchers, or move on to Masters study.
Who it suits
Suits students who like making videos, writing and asking how media shapes culture.

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About Humanities (except languages)

Cultural and historical studies, including literature and philosophy

Explore the cultural, historical, philosophical, and creative aspects of human society. These degrees encompass a wide range of subjects, including literature, history, philosophy, and cultural studies. E.g. Arts, Joint Honours degrees, Humanities.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026222Published after the final round
2025 227227328
2024 226235319
2023 218218339

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 H7 or Ordinary O6

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

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