University College Dublin

Overview

The BA (Hons) in English, Drama and Film at University College Dublin (UCD) offers a comprehensive exploration of storytelling across literature, theatre, and film. This programme delves into how narratives shape our understanding of people and ideas, influencing public culture. Through a blend of critical theory, close reading, and media analysis, students engage in both creative and practice-informed learning experiences.

What you'll study

This degree integrates the study of literature, theatre, and film, supported by theoretical and contextual frameworks. Students begin with foundational courses and progress to advanced critical and research-oriented modules.

• Literature in Context
• Theatre Context and Conventions
• Perspectives on Media
• Critical Theory
• Reading Medieval Literature
• Page, Stage, Screen
• The Theatrical Event

Assessment methods typically include a combination of critical essays, research assignments, and analyses of performances or screen texts, fostering skills in argumentation and academic writing.

Entry requirements

While specific GRE or GMAT scores are not mandatory for this programme, applicants are generally expected to meet certain academic qualifications. Common pathways include achieving specified grades in A-Levels or the International Baccalaureate.

English language proficiency is essential, with accepted tests including:

• Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 120
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 90
• PTE Academic: Minimum score of 63

Career prospects