Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
Film Production offers a thorough study of film through both practical and academic avenues. Students will study key practical areas such as scriptwriting, directing, producing, sound, lighting and editing all of which will culminate in the creation of their own films. These areas are complemented by the study of film history, film theory and film industries.
Certificate in Film Production QQI Level 5 (5M18519) – Year 1
Advanced Certificate in Film & Television Production QQI Level 6 (6M18534) – Year 2
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Year 1
Scriptwriting
Film Production
Camera Techniques
Lighting Techniques
Editing for Film & TV
Media Analysis
Digital Movie Processing
Personal & Professional Development
Year 2
Advanced Film making
Directing film
Production Management
Sound for Film
Documentary Production
Media Industry
Research Methodologies
Advanced Personal Professional Development
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
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, the performing arts 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.
Further Research
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Career Progression
Scriptwriting, directing, producing, editing, cinematography, sound, research, education, marketing