Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) Apply directly to College
This two-year program provides a comprehensive journey through the film production industry, beginning with a foundational year focused on core skills like scriptwriting, cinematography, sound, and editing. Students gain a vital understanding of the creative process alongside the business and technical aspects of modern media. The second year shifts toward advanced vocational training, allowing for deeper specialization and the application of industry-standard practices. This final stage culminates in the development of a substantial professional portfolio, strategically designed to help graduates secure employment within both the Irish and international film and creative media sectors.
Course Details
What will you study?
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.