Overview

Welcome to the forefront of sonic innovation at American College Dublin's Music for Motion Pictures and Contemporary Media MFA program. Within the vibrant cultural hub of Dublin, we ignite the passion for composing music for film and media. Here, students delve deep into the nuances of sound design, crafting evocative scores that enhance storytelling on screen. Join us at American College Dublin, where creativity knows no bounds, in our Music for Motion Pictures and Contemporary Media MFA program.

Key Features

Hands-on experience in composing music for various media formats
Mentorship from industry professionals in the field of film scoring and sound design
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment for music production
Collaborative projects with filmmakers and visual artists
Opportunities for internships and real-world industry experience

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Film Music Composition
Sound Design for Visual Media
Orchestration
Music Editing and Production for Film
Interactive Media Music Composition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

There is a late application procedure until 1 May. Students are advised to apply well in advance of the deadlines.

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

58

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OTE

141

IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Music Media Studies & Mass Media Animation View 18 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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58

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OTE

141

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates will usually have a degree in music, visual media or a related field of study, or have a performer’s diploma/certificate from an accredited institution; however, candidates without a primary degree yet who can demonstrate relevant creative abilities and potential, professional knowledge and/or experience within the field are encouraged to apply.

Entry to the programme is decided through a two-level application process on the basis of the following submissions:

A letter of interest

A CV or biographical outline
Academic or performance degrees or demonstrated ability of equivalent professional activity and standards
Proof of oral and written English proficiency equivalent to IELTS minimum level 7.0 or TOEFL minimum level 79
Three audio / audio-video examples of original compositions
Two to three printed or written score examples
A Skype interview

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

34300 EUR / year

≈ 34300 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

34300 EUR / year

≈ 34300 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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