Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Journalism (Honours) in Glasnevin Ireland | Dublin City University
Dublin City University
|
Glasnevin Ireland
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
16,000
(c. USD18,436.8)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
DCU's Bachelor of Arts in Journalism stands as one of Ireland's premier programs, crafted to provide hands-on training in media reporting and writing across various platforms while delivering crucial insights into politics, law, ethics, and societal issues. If you possess a curious nature, this program will resonate with you, as society relies on journalists to investigate, interpret, and forecast developments that shape our collective future. At DCU, we're committed to shaping storytellers who guide communities in Ireland and beyond toward informed decisions. Throughout this program, you'll explore journalistic and communication theories to grasp both your professional responsibilities and journalism's societal significance.
Journalism demands rapid information processing, contextual understanding, and time-sensitive delivery. Our faculty includes active and veteran journalists who bring real-world expertise to help you cultivate essential industry skills. During your final year, you'll undertake an 8-week professional placement with a media outlet through DCU's INTRA program, applying your classroom knowledge in practical settings.
Admission requires at least an H4 grade in English. Prospective students should demonstrate enthusiasm for writing, reading, diverse media formats, and contemporary issues.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
GCE A LEVELS
General Certificate in Education qualifications must meet one of the following requirements, in addition to any specific programme requirements.
- 2 GCE A Levels at Grade C plus 4 GCE O levels at Grade C, which must include the subjects Mathematics and English.
- 2 GCE A Levels at Grade C, plus 2 GCE AS Level at Grade C, plus 2 GCE O Levels at Grade C, which must include the subjects Mathematics and English.
- 2 GCE A Levels at Grade C, plus 1 GCE AS Level at Grade C, plus 3 GCE O Levels at Grade C, which must include the subjects Mathematics and English.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or have an equivalent qualification.
English language Requirements
- Irish Leaving Certificate English - O6/H7
- GCE A-Level English Language - Grade D
- IELTS ACADEMIC - Composite score of 6.5 or above, with no less than 6.0 in any one component
- TOEFL - 237 (computer-based), 580 (paper-based test)
- TOEFL iBT - Total Score of 92
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CAP) - Overall score of 180 with a minimum of 169 in all components.
- Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) - Overall score of 180 with a minimum of 169 in all components.
- English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP) - C1
- Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) - 63 (with a minimum of 59 in all components)
- Duolingo - Duolingo will be accepted with a minimum score of 120 and a score of at least 110 in each subscore.
Tuition
EUR
16,000