The Writing for Stage and Screen MA offers students the opportunity to devote a considerable amount of time to write, evolve and reflect on their own creative practices. Today like never before, writers are moving between different media forms and this programme allows students to develop work across diverse platforms. Graduates of the MA in Writing for Stage and Screen are equipped to work in theatre, media, cultural and educational settings, and to further their research into theatre and screen. 

The UCD School of English, Drama and Film offers unique insights to students. through its deep involvement in the progress of Irish literary affairs. Many of Ireland’s leading writers were educated at UCD including: Edna O’Brien, Éilís Ní Dhuibhne and Neil Jordan.