Communication and Media Production

Course details

This course provides a comprehensive study of the communication and media production business. The course is conducted in a relaxed yet stimulating environment and has both practical and academic dimensions. Students can gain “hands on” skills and emphasis is on production of high quality media. Access to the most modern equipment enables students to reach professional production standards.

Course Content

YEAR 1

TV Production, Digital Photography, Radio Production, Digital Editing, Media Studies, Social Studies, Image Processing, Work Experience, Communications.

YEAR 2

Television Studies, Intercultural Studies, Film Studies, Sound Design for the Moving Image, Studio TV Production, Photography, Studio Music Production, Research Techniques.

YEAR 3

• Specialisation in Sound Production or Television Production.
• Sound Modules include: Computer Game Sound Design, Radio Documentary, Radio Drama, Music Production, Project Development, Multitrack Recording.
• Television Modules include: Film and TV Documentary, Editing, Work within the Digital Environment, Project Development, DVD Authoring.

PLUS

Contextual Studies Dissertation, Special Subject Investigation, TV and Sound Engineering, Work Placement.

CERTIFICATION

FETAC Level 5, Higher National Diploma, BA (Hons).

ENTRY Requirements

A genuine interest in the field of Media, Leaving Certificate (including LCA) and interview (with portfolio). Previous Media experience will help your application but is not absolutely neccessary. Mature Students are also actively encouraged.