Application Requirements - MSc in Interactive Digital Media

A 2.1 (60-69%) grade or higher from a reputable university is required, although exceptions can be made based on considerable professional and/or creative experience. Students are accepted from various disciplines, from Computer Science and Engineering to the Arts, Humanities, and Design.

We require a portfolio showcasing relevant digital media, interactive projects, or creative technology work to strengthen applications. This should demonstrate proficiency in digital tools and creativity and provide a foundation for advanced study in interactive media.

All applicants whose first language is not English or who have not been educated in the English language will need to present evidence of competency, in accordance with Trinity College Dublin's English language requirements (detailed below).

The online application system is now open for applications for the Academic Year 2025/26

The following supporting documents MUST be submitted with your online application:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcript of academic results to date
• Copies of degree certificates
• Portfolio showcasing relevant digital media, interactive projects, or creative technology work
• Two Academic or Professional references
• If English is not your first language, you will be required to submit documentation of reasonable competence in the English language. This may be one of the following:

   

  Trinity Bands	Course Entry	IELTS Academic  or Indicator	Duolingo English Test (See Note 3)	TOEFL iBT	Cambridge Advanced or  Proficiency	PTE Academic (Pearson)
  Band B (Standard Entry)	UG & PG Standard requirements	6.5 overall 6.0 in each band	120 overall 100 in each subscore	90 ocerall 21 in each section	180 overall no score below 170	69 overall 59 in each section

  Please note that test scores are only valid for two years.

Note 3: If presenting Duolingo Test of English, applicants must share their test score with institution "Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin" from the Duolingo website.  

General queries on the MSc Interactive Digital Media can be sent to postgraduate@scss.tcd.ie.

Formal application

Full details on course fees can be found here