The curriculum provides a comprehensive introduction to core digital specialisms, including Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and professional content development. Learning is driven by hands-on projects and case studies, supplemented by specialized workshops hosted by industry experts. Students benefit from high-level industry integration through work placements in major commercial media and podcasting firms, with unique opportunities for Erasmus+ funded international placements in Malta, Spain, or Finland.

This course provides students with the skills and knowledge required to embark on a career in Marketing, Digital Marketing or Sales. Students will study a least eight subjects in this full time one year course, covering up to date content in topical areas such as marketing research, marketing planning, promotional methods, social media marketing, search engine optimization, digital advertising, and effective public relations.

Examining how digital, web and social media technologies are used to deliver innovative business solutions, and how data analysis is at the heart of all successful marketing, this cutting edge degree provides an ideal space to explore the customer and commercial focus of marketing, the creativity of design and digital technology, and the analytical world of data.

Examining how digital, web and social media technologies are used to deliver innovative business solutions, and how data analysis is at the heart of all successful marketing, this cutting edge degree provides an ideal space to explore the customer and commercial focus of marketing, the creativity of design and digital technology, and the analytical world of data.

This course is ideal for anyone with an interest in visual creativity, digital storytelling, and modern design practices — offering an exciting gateway into Ireland’s growing creative media and design industries.Using the full Adobe Creative Suite — including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition — students gain hands-on experience producing professional-standard digital content.

Learners will explore graphic design, digital imaging, video and audio production, layout and typography, motion graphics, and content creation for web and social platforms. The course emphasises strong visual communication, creative problem-solving, and industry-standard workflows used across design, marketing, media, and creative industries.

The Digital Media Production (Year 2) course is geared towards digital video/sound, animation, web technologies, responsive web design and multimedia content generation and transmission. Students gain experience in software programmes such as InDesign, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Audition, Animate, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and After Effects. Although, theoretical, is also very practical and provides participants with a thorough understanding of creative digital media development. Students design, plan, create and report on projects undertaken during the year.

This course emphasizes the technical and creative aspects of professional video production, digital imaging, and sound design. It is specifically structured to meet the demands of modern multimedia platforms, providing students with the essential skills to capture, edit, and produce high-quality audio-visual content for the evolving digital landscape.

Formally known as Multimedia, this is a one year advanced course where students further enhance the knowledge developed at Level 5 and acquire new skills.

Students develop interactive web sites that integrate sound, video, animation, graphics, 3D and scripting. Students write, shoot and produce a short film. Students create a soundscape and podcast. Students are also given the opportunity to collaborate on a group project that involves liaising with industry.

Students are introduced to Adobe After Effects , Audacity, Apple Soundtrack Pro and Celtx and advanced skills in first year software.

The Certificate in Digital Sales Transformation will play a crucial role in your career.

Learn to grow your online presence and see how to take your business to the next level. You'll also develop the skills you need to use social media, sell online and find audiences to grow sales.

Digital sculpting is the process of using computers to produce digital art. Using leading Industry software, students will explore the basics of the sculpting process for both character and creature sculpting.

You will learn how to generate sketch ideas and to progress a character design from initial concept to completed digital mesh. Utilising a subdivision digital sculpting workflow, you will create your digital character/creature as a digital sculpt in a final pose.

Are you afraid of technology? Do you feel like you have been left behind in this digital age? Digital skills courses aim to provide learners with the skills and confidence to live and work in a digital world.

Courses include: Technology for the Terrified and Step Up 2 Tech.

Create, design, and build your digital future.

The Digital Web Design course is a fun and practical programme that helps you build real skills in computers, design, and technology. You’ll learn how to create websites, work with digital graphics, and use popular software tools to bring your ideas to life.

This course is perfect for students who enjoy working on computers and want to explore careers in web design, digital media, or IT. It’s a great way to build confidence in technology, communication, and teamwork while learning in a supportive and structured environment.

Working with world renowned professional skincare products, such as Dermalogica, students gain invaluable practical experience and essential skills for working in the beauty industry. There is a strong emphasis on theory as well as practical work and a high level of commitment is required. Students complete case studies on guest clients for each module, performing facial, waxing, manicure, pedicure, epilation and make up treatments. They also carry out work experience in a beauty salon/health spa of their choice, where they get a true insight into the professional beauty industry.

This is one-year course providing comprehensive practical and theoretical training across all major disciplines of the beauty industry. Designed for school leavers, graduates, and mature students, the curriculum demands a high level of dedication and personal commitment. The course is aligned with prestigious, internationally recognized professional examination bodies, ensuring that graduates meet the elite standards required by top-tier global employers. Students are trained in advanced skincare, specialized body treatments, and modern cosmetic techniques within a professional salon environment.

This program at the Mulgrave Street Campus is an elite, highly specialized training course designed to elevate foundational skills to the highest global standards. During this second year, students have the unique opportunity to pursue prestigious professional qualifications with ITEC and CIDESCO—the latter being universally recognized as the world's premier qualification in beauty therapy. The curriculum goes far beyond standard treatments, incorporating advanced in-house training and industry demonstrations in cutting-edge modalities such as Microdermabrasion, Lash Lifts, Gel Polish, and advanced aesthetic treatments, alongside holistic practices like Hopi-ear candling and Indian Head Massage.

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.

The main aim of the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (Gym-based Exercise) is to enable learners to gain the necessary practical and theoretical skills in order to provide personal training and gym-based exercise to the general public and to gain employment in the fitness industry.

This is a course for people with intellectual disabilities.

The Certificate in Disability-Inclusive Practice is for students who have already completed the Certificate in Contemporary Living, or the Certificate in Social Citizenship, or another equivalent programme.

The course aims to develop students’ presentation, communication and self-advocacy skills. Students will learn to:

• Deliver training on disability-inclusive practices in education and professional settings
• Review and respond to policies for disability inclusion
• Audit spaces for the physical, social and cultural inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities.

A work placement is an important part of the course.

Dispensing Opticians are eye care professionals who are trained to interpret prescriptions issued by optometrists or ophthalmologists and to dispense spectacles and other optical aids.

A career as a dispensing optician is extremely rewarding. It offers great variety and will deliver a high degree of job satisfaction to those attracted to a career in an allied healthcare setting, who have an interest in maths and science, relish problem solving and enjoy interacting with the public.