This ambitious and wide-ranging course has been designed in conjunction with experienced and award-winning industry professionals. The curriculum will combine both theory and practice, with a strong emphasis on encouraging the development of hands-on skills in all forms of media storytelling, broadcast and online.

In addition to the core subjects, masterclasses will be delivered throughout the year. Here students will be introduced to some of Ireland’s most experienced filmmakers, from cinematographers to directors, producers to editors, sound designers to art directors, all of whom will share their expertise and experience in the world of film and media. In this way, students will be connected to a network of artists, producers and practitioners.

Course Modules

• Short Film and Documentary Production
• Screenwriting
• Direction
• Producing for the film & television industries
• Production Design
• Music Video Production
• Location Sound
• Post Production Sound
• Cinematography
• Editing Techniques
• Digital Photography
• Final Cut Pro X
• Adobe Premiere and After Effects
• Da Vinci Resolve
• Final Cut Pro, Level 200

Programme modules and content are subject to on going quality assurance reviews and will evolve to reflect educational and industry developments.

Further Progression

On completion of this programme, you will be able to progress into a variety of roles within the film and media industries including producing and directing, camera and lighting, sound, editing and sound design.

You will also be in an excellent position to progress to further study. At the end of the the programme, you will have built up an extensive portfolio demonstrating your technical, artistic and professional abilities, giving you the cutting edge needed to gain employment in this exciting and varied industry.

You will also graduate with a range of industry-targeted skills in industry software, as listed above.