This is a three-year, full-time course in practical drama training and education. TU Dublin Conservatory has over 25 years’ experience in drama training and is one of the leading centres of education in the performing arts in Ireland.

Our graduates have had national and international success as actors, directors, drama facilitators and drama researchers.

MIC's new BA in Drama and English offers a unique combination of Drama/Theatre practice and research with significant grounding in English Literature.

By combining a focus on practical modules in acting and theatre production with academic research on great literature, we offer our students a unique and exciting degree that will develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and excellent writing and communication skills.

This Theatre Performance course provides a training in core performance skills.

The drama course also integrates other strands of the arts to complement theatre experiences, so students who wish to develop visual, musical, dance or other artistic skills are particularly well-suited to this training.

Theatre Studies encompass all the arts that make up the live experience we call theatre – including costume, lighting, sound, devising, directing, design, dramaturgy and playwriting. We also study the meaning behind theatre, analysing culture and politics, space and place, the presence of audience and performers, and the use of digital technology.

The Performing Arts program offers a vibrant and immersive environment for students to hone their talents in acting, auditioning, and technical production. The curriculum is built on a foundation of collaboration, encouraging performers to work closely with other creative individuals to discover their unique artistic strengths and professional potential. A hallmark of the course is its focus on practical, real-world experience, as students move beyond the classroom to train and perform in various professional theaters and high-profile performance venues. 

What is Drama?
Drama exists on and off the stage. Theatre happens in our everyday life. It is the basis for story-telling and other forms of performance within the creative arts. It has its origins in sacred ritual and remains central today as part of our sensemaking as we negotiate our place in the world.

What is Middle Eastern, Jewish and Islamic Civilisations?
The cultures and societies of the Middle East have been deeply influential in shaping European and western values. In spite of this, the region and its peoples are often misunderstood and represented. Middle Eastern, Jewish and Islamic Civilisations is the study of the historical origins as well as contemporary culture of a wide range of societies of the region, providing you with an insight into the contemporary Middle East and to the challenges of diversity and multiculturalism in an increasingly globalised world.

Drama Studies

The course explores the relationship between the theory and practice of Drama and Theatre to discover how and why they work. The strong developmental emphasis of the courses requires a particular blend of practical and academic skills. In addition to a high level of analytical ability and creativity you will need to possess resourcefulness and self-motivation.

Students combine this subject with their choice of Italian, Russian or Spanish.

This course is perfect for students who know they want to work in areas of Theatre and Film but have not yet decided on which sector to specialise in. The course offers potential performing arts students the ability to develop all the skills necessary not only in voice, acting and movement, but also in film studies, film production and postproduction resulting in a well-rounded and diversly skilled graduate.

This course is designed for students who aspire to work in the fields of drama, theatre, and film. It offers comprehensive training in performance, technical theatre, and film, preparing students to enter the industry as versatile and interdisciplinary practitioners. The structure of the course allows students the time and flexibility to explore their interests and develop their individual strengths.

This programme has been developed in conjunction with people working in the industries that employ our graduates. We aim to produce graduates who understand how medicines and healthcare products, including medical devices, pharmaceuticals and biopharmaceuticals, are manufactured and checked to make sure they are safe, effective, and of a high quality. Drug and Medicinal Product Analysis is a highly relevant programme that leads to excellent job prospects. 

Inaugurated in November 2017, the Dual BA Program between Trinity College Dublin and Columbia University builds upon the success of two preexisting international dual degree programs within the School of General Studies, and a long-standing exchange program partnership between both universities. The second transatlantic undergraduate program at Columbia University, the Dual BA Program builds upon previous partnerships in both Europe and Asia and serves as a model for future cooperative efforts between Columbia and international universities.

The Dual BA Program offers students an international educational experience with a program spanning two continents and cosmopolitan cities. The Program allows students to enhance their global outlook and develop their language skills and communication abilities to a high level. Students spend the first two years studying in Dublin’s city center and the final two years in the heart of New York City.

Check Tutition and Fees section of course page to see fees for Columbia University portion of course.

The Sports & Recreation Traineeship, in partnership with Dublin City Council, offers a premier "earn and learn" opportunity for those seeking a professional career in the fitness and aquatic sectors. This fully funded program (no cost to the student) follows a hybrid structure, three days of academic and practical instruction at FET College Íde Finglas and two days of immersive, on-site training at a Dublin City Council Sports and Fitness Centre. 

The E-Business & Office Skills (eBusiness) course is designed to equip students with essential skills to thrive in today’s digital business environment. By combining core office administration skills with the fundamentals of e-business, this course provides a solid foundation for those seeking careers in the modern, tech-driven business world.

Start your future in business. Gain real-world administration, communication and online business skills. Take the next step into further study or employment.

e-Commerce is the buying and selling of goods and services online. This e-Commerce in Retailing course responds to a changing retail landscape that is influenced by digital and social media. 

The course addresses contemporary retail management needs that reflect the rapidly changing economic and technological environment. It aims to provide a broad technologically informed business education for future retail managers that reflects the changing needs of the sector.

Early Irish is the language in use in Ireland from the earliest period for which there are records up to the year 1200. The course covers the language and literature from the emergence of writing at the arrival of Christianity in Ireland to the production of the great saga manuscripts of the twelfth century.

This 3-year level 8 BA (Hons) Early Childhood Care & Education programme focuses on how play and learning shape young children’s development in various historical, political, and cultural settings.

It explores local and international views on children’s rights, health, well-being, and education, emphasising diversity and inclusion. The course draws from fields like psychology, sociology, education, and health.

Students, whether experienced or new, must complete supervised work-based modules, blending practical experience with academic learning.