Film, TV & Content Creation
(Level 5)

INTRODUCTION:

Course Code: 5M18519

Do you want to work in the film industry? Then this dynamic, practical and creative course is the one for you! This course is designed to prepare students to work in the film and TV sector.

Students are given access to an editing suite (iMac with Adobe Premiere Pro) four full days per week and access to HD video equipment, all week.

Students are taught a range of skills including scripting, storyboarding, camera skills and editing skills etc. There are individual and group projects on the course. Students are encouraged to produce short films on topics of interest to themselves, provided they fit within the given brief. The majority of this course is practical rather than theory based, which allows students to produce varied and substantial portfolios.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Leaving Certificate or equivalent. For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
• All applicants will be required to attend an interview.
• An offer of a place on this course means the applicant has met the minimum entry requirements set out here and satisfactory presentation at interview.

START DATE:

September 2025.

DURATION:

This is a one-year course. Timetables vary from year to year please contact the college directly for detailed timetable information.

CERTIFICATION:

• QQI Level 5 Certificate in Film, TV & Content Creation (5M18519).

COURSE CONTENT:

The following subjects may be offered:

HOW TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Applications for all our courses will be available on the website and in the college from in January 2025 for all courses commencing in September 2025.

Interviews will be held for all courses throughout the college year. To apply, simply click HERE. Alternatively you can ring (021) 4772 275 for assistance with your application.

EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:

This full level 5 Award facilities entry to the Multimedia and Film & TV Production Level 6 courses in Kinsale. It also facilities entry on a competitive basis to a range of third level colleges, for example: DIT Film & Broadcasting, LIT Higher Cert in Video & Sound Technology and IADT Film & TV production.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Graduates of the Film and TV Production course will be ready to enter this dynamic environment with a range of career opportunities open to them, taking on roles such as content producers, editors, communications and independent film producers.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Participants will be required to undertake 10 days of work placement in a suitable environment. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Facilities in this Department
This department contains the most up to date hardware and software. Facilities include Apple iMac, a range of digital video cameras, SLR cameras, sound recording equipment, including boom and zoom microphones and LED studio lights. Students have access to the full Adobe Cloud Suite of Apps for the academic year on all of their devices.

TESTIMONIALS & HIGHLIGHTS: