MT824 · Level 8 · 4 years

Creative Digital Media

Munster Technological University - Cork · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

346

Down 64 points since 2023 (410).

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About this course

A degree in Cork that mixes art and design with computing to make interactive digital media. It is broader than the graphic design course and includes some programming.

How long
4 years
What you study
You work on digital media design, video, music technology, programming, animation, virtual reality and user experience design. First year covers web design basics, moving image and sound, design basics, digital media, project management and a group media project. Electives include film language and interface design.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in e-learning, game and app development, 3D design, animation, interactive programming, audio technology, film and video production, user experience design and virtual reality. Further study at master's or PhD level is possible.
Who it suits
Suits students who like both creative work and technology, such as video, apps, games and websites.

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About Arts

Artistic fields like Fine Arts, Music, Theatre

The study of Creative Arts involves exploring various forms of artistic expression, including visual arts, performing arts, and media arts. This field encourages students to develop cultural awareness. E.g. Fine Arts, Drama and Theatre Studies, Music, Creative Writing.

Points history

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026346Published after the final round
2025 403400452
2024 384388456
2023 410410466

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 or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • Mathematics: 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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