Film - Creative Media Production
This 2-year film course covers the art of film making and storytelling and includes the skills of cinematography, scriptwriting & photography.
| Award Name | BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Pearson |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 | Pearson |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Entry Requirements
Standard minimum entry requirements for all courses in BCFE:
• Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
• CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 and Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English.
• Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees. Please refer to Information for international students.
• A PPS number is required for registration. Please refer to How to get a Personal Public Service (PPS) Number.
• The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+)
Minimum entry requirements for all level 6 courses
• QQI Level 5 award in a relevant or equivalent
• Leaving Certificate/LCVP with a minimum of two O1/H5 and three O6/H7 grades or equivalent.
What Do You Need To Apply?
In addition to the Entry Requirements, for this course you will also need to provide a portfolio of your recent work. Please see the ‘Portfolio Guidelines’ for details.
Year 1 Higher National Certificate
• Suitable BCFE Level 5 awards, with a merit profile, that satisfy the entry requirements are:
o Cinematography Level 5 (IFC)
o Media and Broadcasting Diploma Level 5 (MND)
o Short Film & Factual Video Production Level 5 (ITC)
Year 2 Higher National Diploma
• Students who have successfully completed year 1 and have achieved a Higher National Certificate in Creative Media Production (Film), can progress automatically to year 2.
• Applicants with an equivalent Higher National Certificate, and subject to module compatibility may also apply directly to Year 2, Higher National Diploma in Creative Media Production (Film).
Careers / Further progression
Progression Opportunities
• Graduates who achieve a Merit/Distinction profile may apply for entry to the BA (Hons) in Media Production Management in BCFE.
• Graduates of this course may also apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to higher and advanced certificate and degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities and Universities (applicants should confirm linked awards and eligibility requirements with the relevant Higher Education Institution).
• Graduates may also gain exemption of one or two years from cognate degree courses in the UK.
Further information
Commencing September 2024.
• International Applicants
• Mature Students
• VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) funded applicants
• BTEA (Back to Education Allowance) funded applicants
Sources of Funding:
- PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme Refer to www.susi.ie
- VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) Refer to www.gov.ie/vtos
- BTEA (Back to Education Allowance) Refer to www.welfare.ie
- SOLAS Fund for Students with Disabilities Refer to www.solas.ie and guidance notes on www.bcfe.ie
Portfolio Guidelines
• Applicants should submit an original portfolio of their recent visual work
• Each applicant will be assessed on their portfolio work.
• The portfolio should contain items that are current and relevant to the application. The emphasis should be on quality and not quantity
• Film and/or Video along with Photography work should be submitted.
• If your film/video work is a group production, you should show parts that contain your own
• Photographic work should show your skills in lighting, framing and composition and possibly sequence.
• No more than 20 photos should be presented
• Storyboards may also be included in the portfolio.
• A brief written account of your role in the creation of the work submitted should be
• On application, the college will advise you on how to submit your portfolio.
Applications and Admissions Process 2024/25:
All applications to Ballyfermot Campus will be accepted after the 6th November 2023 and the closing date for receipt of applications directly to Ballyfermot Campus is the 27th of September 2024. Applications received after this date will be processed as late applications in accordance with the Admissions Policy of Ballyfermot Campus.
Apply Online (see "Application Weblink").
For further details on admissions:
Tel: (01) 6269421
Email: info@bcfe.cdetb.ie
Why Choose A HND In Film?
The Higher National Diploma in Film is designed to give you the opportunity to express yourself through the medium of film.
The programme combines an emphasis on the art of filmmaking and the visual representation of story with the development of technical, organisational and production skills.
It consists of five main areas: practical camera and lighting, theory and analysis, art direction, production management and postproduction processes. There is an emphasis on visual language and cinematography. You will be encouraged to examine the variety of styles of filmmaking, both contemporary and historical.
Year 1
• Cinematography – Camera
• Cinematography – Lighting
• Film Practice
• Film Studies
• Editing for Film & Television
• Professional Practice
• Creative Media Industry
• Individual Project
End of Year 1 Certification Higher National Certificate in Creative Media Production (Film).
Year 2
• Advanced Film Production Studies
• Advanced Editing for Film & Television
• Scriptwriting for Film & Television
• Film Criticism
• Art Direction and Production Design
• Collaborative Project
• Personal Professional Development
End of Year 2 Certification Higher National Diploma in Creative Media Production (Film).
Award Year 1: Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Creative Media Production (Film)
Award Year 2: Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Creative Media Production (Film)
* The Higher National Diploma is recognised by the QQI as being comparable to the Higher Certificate at NFQ Level 6.
Course Facilities
• Sound Stage
• Scenery Room
• Dressing Rooms
• Avid Edit Suites
• ARRI and Atton Super 16mm Cameras
• Alexa Digital Cinematography Camera
• Lighting and support equipment
Ballyfermot College of Further Education,
Ballyfermot Road,
Ballyfermot,
Dublin 10
Phone: +353-1-6298500
Email: info@bcfe.cdetb.ie