Overview

The Acting B.A. at Trinity College Dublin offers a rigorous professional training environment designed to prepare students for successful careers in theatre, film, and television. This intensive three-year programme simulates the working conditions of the professional industry, providing a high level of individual tuition and practical experience. Students are encouraged to develop their creative imagination while mastering the technical demands of the craft.

Why Acting at Trinity College Dublin?

Training is delivered at The Lir Academy, a custom-built facility developed in partnership with the Cathal Ryan Trust and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London. Students benefit from the expertise of Ireland’s leading theatre practitioners and visiting international directors, actors, and playwrights. The academy provides a safe and professional environment where students can expect approximately 35 hours of contact time per week, mirroring the demands of a professional theatre company.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: EUR 25330 per year
European fee: EUR 7050 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is divided into foundational skills and professional production phases. Modules may include:

Year 1 and 2

Acting and Text
Movement Studies
Voice Studies
Acting for Recorded Media
Dramaturgy
Text Analysis

Year 3

Theatre Production
Short Film
Audition Showcase

Careers with Acting

Graduates are prepared for immediate entry into the professional world of stage and screen. The programme places a significant emphasis on career preparation, teaching students how to sustain a long-term career in the performing arts. In the final year, students perform in multiple productions and an audition showcase in both Dublin and London, specifically designed to attract agents, directors, and producers. This exposure provides direct links to international employment opportunities in theatre, film, and television.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Students in the first two years of the course take compulsory modules in Acting and Text, Movement Studies and Voice Studies. Teaching is by practical workshop and delivered by professional practitioners. In addition, there is considerable individual tuition to supplement the workshops in all aspects of the course. Students will also be introduced to the techniques of acting for recorded media (film, radio, television).

Students will be cast in a series of 5 theatre productions, directed by professional theatre directors. Each production will have multiple performances over a 7-day period and will play to invited agents, directors, producers, as well as the general public. Students will also be cast in a short film, directed by a professional film director and filmed both on set and on location.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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69

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Film Studies Drama View 21 other Bachelors in Drama in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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90

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69

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Final second level qualification results

IELTS, Cambridge Advanced/Proficiency, TOEFL scores, for applicants whose first language is not English

Academic transcripts for each year of third level study and all third level qualifications awarded

SAT, AP or ACT scores (US and Canadian applicants only)

Two letters of recommendation

Passport

Application fee (non-refundable) and application fee payment form

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25330 EUR / year

≈ 25330 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

9550 EUR / year

≈ 9550 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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