This is a one year add-on course. It aims to provide graduates of BSc, Level 7 degrees, within the multimedia discipline, with the opportunity to progress to honours degree level. The overall objective of this course is to develop multimedia professionals equipped with knowledge, skills and practical experience within the domains of technology, creativity and enterprise. With a strong focus on the creative aspects, there is a range of elective modules that students can choose from. These include Graphic Design, Animation, Photography and Video, Games Development, and Design for Learning. Students are encouraged to choose their own route, allowing them to specialise in the area of most interest to them.

There is an increasing demand for IT professionals in Industry and Research with the skills required to drive and support the digital media industry within Ireland. Graduates should be well equipped to participate within a diverse range of industries, including that of digital media. The products and services typically provided by the digital media industry include: Web Development Wireless Services Games Development e-Music e-Learning Digital Film/TV Animation/Special Effects Digital Radio Mobile Applications Development What areas could I expect to work in? Software Development Content Authoring Media Authoring and Design IT and Systems Support Sales and Marketing Education Research Management