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BA Media Studies

Maynooth University · 3-year course
€27,500 Starting salary
101.2% 5-year ROI
3.0y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €61,500 over 3 years, BA Media Studies at Maynooth University has a 5-year ROI of 101.2%, with graduates earning around €38,500 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (MH109) was 367 (2025).

BA Media Studies graduates from Maynooth University report a graduate employment rate of around 63%, moderate career progression.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for BA Media Studies graduates include RTE, Media companies.

Slower to recover investment, but still provides positive returns over time.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. BA Media Studies graduates from Maynooth University start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 27% less than the national average.

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