ArtsEalaíona

We are delighted to announce that our new Bachelor of Arts (Honours) programme will start in September 2026. With Future Skills in mind, this course covers a wide and varied range of subjects across multiple disciplines that will help build skills in creative problem-solving, analytical thinking, adaptability, collaboration, and effective communication. It's designed to be very flexible, allowing students to create their own learning journey by exploring different subjects, both traditional and new.

This is not a typical Arts course. It’s a future ready, four-year programme that lets you mix and match subjects as you explore a broad range of topics and try out new ideas. It will support you in figuring out what you’re passionate about learning as you go, whether that’s media, law, computing, languages, social sciences, or even business or music. You'll benefit from our unique one-to-one advisory support every year, with two guaranteed sessions a year with an academic adviser to help you at every step of your academic journey.

These four years will give you more time to explore different subjects, discover new interests, and develop a range of valuable skills like critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving. Opting for a four-year arts degree over a three-year degree encourages a deeper, more well-rounded education, and better prepares you for a future where jobs are constantly changing. As a graduate you’ll be more adaptable, which will open the door to more career options down the line, even for jobs that don't exist yet!

Leaving Certificate Requirements

QQI/FET Requirements

In addition to the QQI minimum entry requirements, QQI quotas and QQI points apply. The max QQI points awarded is 390. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/qqi

Mature Applicants

Applications from mature students (23+) are welcome. Further details at www.tudublin.ie/mature

English Language Requirements

If English is not your first language you will need to provide evidence of your English language proficiency as detailed on our website. Applicants for this course should have a minimum IELTS (Academic Version) English Proficiency of 6.0 overall (or equivalent).

Developing Future Skills That Employers Want The Future of Jobs Report 2025 by the World Economic Forum highlights a fast-changing employment landscape, where roles are evolving, new industries are emerging, and adaptability is key. In this context, Arts graduates are more relevant than ever.

Employers seek out graduates with transferable skills such as creative problem-solving, analytical thinking, adaptability, collaboration, and effective communication - all of which are at the core of this programme. These skills are essential in our world where many of tomorrow’s jobs don’t yet exist.

Graduates of our Bachelor of Arts (Hons) programme will be equipped to thrive in a wide range of careers in both established and emerging sectors e.g.

• Journalism & Media
• Public Policy & Advocacy Education & Research   Business & Management   Law & Human Rights
• Creative & Cultural Industries
• Non-Profit & International Development Technology & Emerging Fields
• Corporate and Public Services

Additionally, the degree lays a strong foundation for postgraduate study in Ireland and internationally, including Master’s, MPhil, and PhD programmes.

This is a degree designed not just for the jobs of today, but for the opportunities of tomorrow. You'll graduate ready to adapt, lead, and thrive in a complex, constantly evolving world. To find out more about our new Bachelor of Arts programme, please visit our website.

Specific career paths are explained under each of the Majors covered on this course.

Irish/EU Applicants

Applications from all Irish/EU citizens are made through the Central Applications Office (CAO).

Note: Applicants presenting with the Irish Leaving Certificate or a QQI FET award, regardless of nationality, should apply through the CAO.

The standard closing date to apply is February 1st. Late applications will close on May 1st. For restricted courses, the closing date is February 1st. Please see important dates on the CAO website. For a detailed guide on how to apply, please visit our CAO Hub.