Visual and Critical Studies MA

The postgraduate Visual and Critical Studies MA at Technological University Dublin offers an innovative and interdisciplinary approach to the visual arts. This one-year program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the history, theory, and practice of visual culture through courses on topics such as art history, aesthetics, media studies, photography, digital arts, and film theory. Students have the chance to develop their critical thinking skills while engaging with various forms of visual expression. With a focus on developing creative problem-solving abilities and technical proficiency in the use of new media technologies, graduates from this program will be well-equipped for careers in curation or archival work; educational contexts; public institutions; publishing houses; or creative industries. They may also pursue further studies leading towards advanced degrees such as PhD programs allowing them to become experts within their chosen field while making meaningful contributions towards artistic advancement in our society today.