Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
Award QQI Level 5 Certificate in Creative Media
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Illustration 5N1288
Figure Studies 5N1869
Drawing 5N1862
Appreciation of Art, Craft and Design 5N0755
Communications 5N0690
Computer Illustrated Graphics 5N1929
Design Skills 5N0784
Work Practice 5N1433
Printmaking 5N1373
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
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course results in a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a direct progression route, click below:
QQI Code
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
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.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
This qualification also serves as a powerful bridge to university, enabling students to apply through the CAO or the Higher Education Links Scheme for degree programs at prestigious institutions such as NCAD, TU Dublin, and IADT. By leveraging these established academic pathways, students can transition smoothly from foundational portfolio work to advanced professional training in their chosen creative discipline.
