MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media
at Griffith College, Dublin

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MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media
at
Griffith College
Overview

Griffith College is a prominent institution among PG students looking to pursue a MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media from abroad. The typical duration of the program is 1 year. It is among Ireland’s top-ranked courses and is rated very highly by several prominent ranking platforms including Shiksha. Interested candidates must submit their admission applications as early as possible due to limited availability of seats.

The first year Griffith College tuition fees for its MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media is around EUR 38,000. Students are also advised to plan for some other costs they may incur over the duration of studies, including accommodation, groceries, insurance, utilities among others. The average estimated cost of living is around EUR 7,720.

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MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media

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MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media
at
Griffith College
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media from Griffith College must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in Ireland such as rent, food, medical, travel and other expenditures. The overall estimated cost of living students can expect to incure is around EUR 7,720.

The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students and some other fees that may be charged by Griffith College over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media is around EUR 38,000.

For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media from Griffith College, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 39,78,600

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 8,08,284
Transportation	INR 2,44,998

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Euro = INR 104.7 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 2ⁿᵈ June 2025

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MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media
at
Griffith College
Entry Requirements

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Applicants normally possess an honours (level 8) primary degree with a 2.2 award or higher in music with a specialisation in composition.

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Marks - 79/120
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Marks - 58/90
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Marks - 6.5/9
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Interview

Based on the application submitted, an applicant may be invited to progress to the interview stage.

Interviews will ideally take place in person, but provision will be made for interviews to take place over Zoom for applicants who are not based in the Republic of Ireland. The interview panel will consist of either the Pulse College director or the programme director and at least one other member of the teaching staff.

At the interview, the applicant will be expected to demonstrate the following:
- an attitude of openness, enthusiasm, and a willingness to engage with new ideas
- passion for creative work and specific interest in music composition and composition for visual media
- an ability to critically discuss the work of at least one recognised music-for-visual-media practitioner and/or basic concepts within the field of music for visual media
- excellent knowledge of music theory, music analysis and orchestration
- working knowledge of music notation software, DAWs, VSTs and sample libraries
- a firm understanding of scholarly discipline and academic conventions
- self-motivation and self-organisation skills.

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MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media
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Griffith College
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

Full curriculum vitae, including all education and relevant compositional experience

Step two

Additional documents required

Evidence – i.e., academic transcript – of advanced studies in harmony/counterpoint, orchestration, music technology (music notation software, DAWs & VSTs), and free composition; and previous experience of musicological writing
No fewer than three examples of compositional work presented as audio files or video files and scores (PDFs) – whilst it is highly desirable that a candidate show evidence of an ability to score to moving image here, a portfolio which does not include such work will be considered equally
A covering letter, including a personal statement of interests, aspirations, and ambitions with respect to the master’s degree, and the field of scoring for visual media in general
University transcripts (original and translated)
English language proficiency certificates* (e.g. IELTS/TOEFL, Duolingo)
Photo ID

Step three

Start your online application

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Griffith College
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Student Views

55% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships3.8

Part time work3.7

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Value for money4.3

Public transportation4.6

Safety4.4

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration4

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Likes (Safety): We will be able to access anything through our college student card, so that's a great opportunity, we can explore many things, and we will have possible ways to improve our networking through interacting with people who come from different regions.

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Likes (Quality of faculty): The course is well-designed with many hands-on portions, sometimes a bit too much even. But it's still good value for money. The teachers are good at what they teach, but each subject has its own unique assessments and assignments that you need to pass individually.

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3.2

A practical and vibrant experience at Griffith College Dublin.

Tips: Prospective students should know that Griffith College Dublin emphasises independent learning, requiring proactive use of resources like the library, faculty office hours, and self-directed opportunities such as internships, and researching your courses' practical components in advance. The compact, central campus offers convenience, but facilities vary by programme. Transitioning to Dublin involves adapting to Ireland's informal yet collaborative academic culture, where lecturers encourage debate but expect self-motivation. Socially, Irish warmth, ease of integration, though the humor, pub-centric social scene, weather, and high cost of living, prepare for rain and rent budgets can be initial challenges. Scholarships are merit-based and require strong academic transcripts, a personal statement, and references to apply early as they're competitive. Courses are industry-aligned with accessible lecturers, though administrative processes can be slow. Dublin is vibrant and safe, with excellent transport links for exploring Ireland/Europe. International students will find it a welcoming gateway to EU opportunities, but budgeting and embracing the city's quirks are key.

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Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty were mainly Irish. They were professional and great teachers. They were always happy to help. They were always approachable if you had a question. Most importantly, they taught you how to deal with the professional problems that you might encounter in your career.

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Tips: Before joining, research campus life, course curriculum, and location. I transition smoothly, adapting to diverse cultures. No cultural shock, but I did learn to be independent. I availed a merit-based scholarship, receiving 20% tuition fee waiver. It took time to get used to, but I enjoy it now. My day is usually spent with a combination of classes, self-study, and extracurricular activities. I enjoy campus events, such as cultural fests, as well as seminars. There are a variety of clubs here, such as debate, sports, etc. I only participate occasionally, though, as I have to balance academic activities with my interests. Overall, I am highly satisfied with the university, course, and country.

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MA in Scoring for Film, TV and Interactive Media
at
Griffith College
Highlights

This course is offered by Griffith college
The professional audio facilities available at Pulse College’s Windmill Lane Studios campus are unrivalled in Ireland and rank among the finest in Europe.
Pulse College is a hub for excellence in the field of music technology and production – learners benefit from an unrivalled wealth of accumulated knowledge.
The MA programme provides learners with specialised creative and technical skills in scoring for visual media and develops their related interpersonal and management abilities to bring creative projects to successful completion.