BA (Hons) Film & Creative Media

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Dublin Business School

Program Overview

The BA (Hons) Film & Creative Media at Dublin Business School is designed for students who want to combine creativity with real-world media skills, exploring filmmaking, audio, digital content, and media theory in a practical, hands-on way. It suits aspiring filmmakers and creative media professionals who want to develop strong storytelling abilities while gaining technical and critical insight into today’s screen and digital media industries.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Developmental Stage

In the first year, students build a solid foundation in creative media through modules such as Audio Tech & Techniques, Principles: Light, Camera, Photography, Digital Photography, and Video Editing Fundamentals. Alongside practical skills, subjects like The Moving Image and Writing for Screen Media introduce students to media analysis, storytelling, and the cultural role of film and visual media.

Year 2: Competent Stage

The second year develops technical confidence and creative independence through modules including Cinematography 1 & 2, Scriptwriting and Development 1 & 2, VFX Fundamentals, and Audio for Film & Screen. Students also study Contemporary Film and Television and Project Management for Creative Media Outputs, strengthening their ability to collaborate, plan, and deliver more advanced creative projects.

Year 3: Advanced Stage

In the final year, students refine their creative voice and professional skills through modules such as Screen Theory & Criticism, Transmedia – Theory and Practice, Digital Artefact Creation, and Professional Practice: Budgeting & Scheduling. A major Dissertation, industry engagement opportunities, and study of Generative AI in Film & Creative Media allow students to graduate with a strong portfolio and industry-ready mindset.

Focus areas (in a string):

Film and video production, audio production, screenwriting, cinematography, post-production, media theory, professional practice

Learning outcomes (in a string):

Apply film and media theory critically, produce professional-quality audio and visual content, work effectively in creative teams, manage media projects from concept to delivery, develop a strong personal portfolio

Professional alignment (accreditation):

Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), NFQ Level 8 Honours Bachelor Degree

Reputation (employability rankings):

Dublin Business School is recognised in Ireland for industry-focused programmes that emphasise practical skills, portfolio development, and graduate employability within the creative and digital media sectors

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

On the BA (Hons) Film & Creative Media at Dublin Business School, learning is built around doing. From early on, students develop practical skills through workshops, studio-based classes, and project work that reflect how the film and creative media industries actually operate. You’ll work with professional tools and digital technologies, collaborate with other creatives, and graduate with a portfolio that demonstrates real production experience, not just academic knowledge. This hands-on approach is reinforced as the course progresses, leading into industry engagement and applied projects in the final year:

Practical film, audio, and creative media production delivered through studio workshops and computer-based labs
Access to Apple Mac computer labs for post-production, editing, and digital media creation
Use of industry-relevant software for video editing, audio production, visual effects, and digital content creation
Regular group projects that mirror real-world film and media production teams
Development of a creative portfolio across film, audio, and digital media outputs throughout the programme
An industry engagement or internship module in the final year, offering exposure to professional creative environments
Access to DBS library resources, media facilities, and IT labs to support research, production, and creative development

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Film & Creative Media at Dublin Business School leave with a strong mix of creative, technical, and analytical skills that open doors across the media and creative industries. Typical career paths include roles such as videographer, video editor, content creator, and sound designer, with opportunities in film, television, digital media, and creative agencies. With a professional portfolio and industry exposure built into the course, students are well prepared to move directly into employment or freelance creative work:

DBS Careers Hub and Career Development Centre support students with CV and portfolio guidance, interview preparation, career workshops, employer events, and ongoing careers advice throughout the degree
Graduates benefit from strong employability prospects, as creative and digital media skills continue to be in demand across Ireland’s growing film, content, and digital sectors
Industry engagement and internship opportunities within the programme allow students to gain real-world experience, professional contacts, and client-based project work before graduating
The degree is a QQI-accredited NFQ Level 8 Honours Bachelor qualification, ensuring long-term recognition for employment and postgraduate study in Ireland and internationally
Graduates complete the programme with a professional portfolio and applied project experience, supporting successful transitions into media roles or freelance practice

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this programme, students may progress to postgraduate study in areas such as film, creative media, digital media, or related arts and communications disciplines. Many graduates choose to deepen their expertise through a master’s degree, allowing them to specialise further, expand research skills, or move into advanced creative or leadership roles within the media industries.