Course Summary
MA IN LANGUAGES AND IMAGE STUDIES invites students to acquire new language skills, and/or to refresh or extend their knowledge of language(s) already studied from a choice of: French; German; Italian; Portuguese; Spanish.
From the outset, students will use their cultural expertise to develop their critical and analytical thinking in Image Studies modules taught from a global perspective. Classes are all taught by academic experts from UCD’s School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics. Each student is also invited to undertake a significant Research Essays module or MALI Dissertation module.
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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.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have a min. grade 2.2 or higher in their primary degree (NFQ Level 8 or international equivalent) and ideally ( but not compulsorily) in a cognate area.
It is not necessary to have previously studied Languages at Third Level before applying to MALI.
Application requirements :
- Personal Statement (500 - 1000 words max: Why do you wish to take this MA in Languages and Image Studies? Any prior experience of Image Studies? Any prior experience of Language Study e.g. BA level studies OR travel OR school OR self-taught OR hobby OR other?) Please also list which 1 or 2 languages you might wish to study (and estimated level).
- One Academic Reference
- English Language Test (in line with UCD language requirements). Applicants whose first language is not English are required to submit evidence of their English language proficiency. IELTS (Academic) Overall Band Score of 6.5 with no component band score below 6.0 and 6.5 in Writing and Speaking bands normally required or equivalent.
- Short writing sample in English (e.g. Essay/ Assignment on current degree topic), with statement that this is entirely applicant's own work.
- A short online interview exchange should be expected in advance of final acceptance to MALI
GradDip in Languages and Image Studies is suitable for students who do not wish to undertake individual research and/or who are unsure of their language learning skills and/or who perhaps wish to begin their studies in January. If this is the case, please apply for the Graduate Diploma in Languages and Image Studies.
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.
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Application Details
The following entry routes are available:
MA Languages & Image Studies FT (Z372)
Duration 1 Years
Attend Full Time
Deadline Rolling*
MA Languages & Image Studies PT (Z373)
Duration 2 Years
Attend Part Time
Deadline Rolling*
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised
Application requirements for FT/PT/GradDip:
Personal Statement (500 - 1000 words max: Why do you wish to take this MA in Languages and Image Studies? Any prior experience of Image Studies? Any prior experience of Language Study e.g. BA level studies OR travel OR school OR self-taught OR hobby OR other?) Please also list which 1 or 2 languages you might wish to study (and estimated level).
One Academic Reference
English Language Test (in line with UCD language requirements). Applicants whose first language is not English are required to submit evidence of their English language proficiency. IELTS (Academic) Overall Band Score of 6.5 with no component band score below 6.0 and 6.5 in Writing and Speaking bands normally required or equivalent.
Short writing sample in English (e.g. Essay/ Assignment on current degree topic), with statement that this is entirely applicant's own work.
A short online interview exchange should be expected in advance of final acceptance to MALI
GradDip in Languages and Image Studies is suitable for students who do not wishh to undertake individual research and/or who are unsure of their language learning skills and/or who perhaps wish to begin their studies in January. If this is the case, please apply for the Graduate Diploma in Languages and Image Studies.
Z372 MA Languages & Image Studies Master of Arts Full-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught
Z373 Languages & Image Studies Master of Arts Part-Time
Commencing September 2025
Graduate Taught
Fees
MA Languages & Image Studies (Z372) Full Time
EU fee per year - € 9100
nonEU fee per year - € 22600
MA Languages & Image Studies (Z373) Part Time
EU fee per year - € 4550
nonEU fee per year - € 11300
***Fees are subject to change
Scholarships available
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.
Linguistic
The Linguistic's interests are usually focused on ideas and information exchange. They tend to like reading a lot, and enjoy discussion about what has been said. Some will want to write about their own ideas and may follow a path towards journalism, story writing or editing. Others will develop skills in other languages, perhaps finding work as a translator or interpreter. Most Linguistic types will enjoy the opportunity to teach or instruct people in a topic they are interested in.
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
Duration
Z373 - 2 Years Part Time
Delivery: On Campus