Course Summary
Film Studies
If you enjoy watching a wide range of films from around the world and if you are interested in acquiring the critical and creative tools to analyse them in relation to questions of style, technology, society, and industry, then this may be the course for you. While you will learn about practical issues involved in film production, including how to write a script and how to produce short videos, the course is geared toward critical engagement with film and digital media.
English Literature covers a broad range of literatures written in the English language, from Chaucer to the present day. The aim of the course is to help students acquire a thorough knowledge of the history of differing literatures while also enabling them to develop a sophisticated critical consciousness and an awareness of critical and cultural theory.
College Link
College Link > TR312 - Film Studies/English Literature
Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)
Second subject Link > Film Studies/English Literature
Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Language Options
Language options with this course
The following language options are available to study as part of this programme:
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
Availability of modules will be subject to timetable, places available and module requirements, more information can be found at the Trinity Electives page.
* Time abroad utilising this language
Disclaimer: Details subject to change - always check with the college.
Note: It may also be possible to do an Erasmus+ Programme allowing you to study abroad for a
period of at least 2 months to 12 months. This study can be through English or through your
language of choice � please check with your course coordinator to see if this is possible
for this course.
Entry Requirements
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PLC Progression Links
PLC courses leading to the following QQI Major Awards may be used for entry into this course.
Search for PLC Courses offering these awards (Click on the Codes)
| PLC Codes | Award Title |
| 5M2073 | Language and European Studies |
| 5M2154 | Cultural and Heritage Studies |
| 5M2181 | Applied Social Studies |
| 5M3114 | General Studies |
This Information is Correct for 2025 Entry
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The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Career Progression
Film Studies
A degree in Film Studies offers career opportunities in many areas such as the film industry; television; journalism; digital media; reviewing and criticism; arts administration; advertising; marketing.
Trinity’s School of English graduates gain leading roles in intellectual, professional and public life.
Further Research
College Link > TR312 - Film Studies/English Literature
Colleges often have information about the course on their own website, along with other useful information relating to the college. (Note: Not always available)
Second subject Link > Film Studies/English Literature
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