Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Media and Storytelling
Overview
In the age of social media and smart phones people are receiving and reacting to more stories than ever before. The BA in Creative Media and Storytelling is for those with a passion for telling stories and are excited by the potential of new and emerging media.
The media landscape has changed radically. People are increasingly getting more of their information from newer platforms such as social media and podcasting. These are primarily funded by advertising so new models of marketing and public relations have emerged.
This 3-year Level 8 honours degree programme offers students the vital skills necessary to develop and deliver stories through various media platforms. Students receive instruction on key subjects including photography and video, sound recording, editing, podcasting, web design and the use of social media. They also learn how to write trustworthy, ethical and accurate content for a variety of platforms.
These skills will equip students for careers in the creative media sphere such areas as local journalism, marketing and advertising, content creation, influencing, blogging/vlogging, advocacy, campaigning and community awareness.
Crafting stories with the power to change how we think, how we feel and how we act is central to the BA in Creative Media and Storytelling. The goal is for students to help their audience understand and engage with the world in fresh and challenging ways.
Programme Code
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AU616
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Points
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303 (2024)
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Level
- 8
Location
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Galway City, Wellpark Road
Duration
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3 Years
Method of Delivery
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On Campus
Mode of Study
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Full Time
Why Study this course?
Creative Community
In addition to circa 500 creative students and their lecturers, the Galway campus is home to Creative Enterprise West (CREW), Creative Europe, Galway Film Centre, RTE West Region Studio, UNESCO City of Film, Western Region Audio Visual Producers (WRAP) Fund and several creative enterprises.
Practice-based
The programme is designed to blend theory and practice in a way that simulates the typical work environment and allows student to apply their skills in a range of live projects.
Future and Truth
This is a future focused course for the digital information era that gives the highest priority to truth and integrity for storytellers of all kinds.