Film & Photography
This one year Level 6 QQI course in Film & Photography provides a foundation in Film and Photography Studies and provides the opportunity to progress to employment or further study in the Film and Photography area.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
This is a one-year full time course and runs from September to May.
Entry Requirements
- Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied, or equivalent.
- Photography Level 5 QQI Award, or equivalent.
- Mature applicants with relevant experience are welcome.
- Entry to this course is subject to interview.
Further information
Course commences September 2024.
Mature students are welcome to apply.
NO FEES for September 2024
Means tested grants are available from SUSI. Please visit http://www.susi.ie/for more information and to make an application.
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The course contains a mix of practical and theory elements with trips throughout the year. There is an opportunity to partake in Erasmus+ placements.
The purpose of this award is to enable the learner to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work in roles such as scriptwriting, art direction, camera, lighting, director and editor in film or television, or to progress to further or higher education and training. Learners will be able to:
-Demonstrate an understanding of the workings of the Film and Television Industry to include technical knowledge, professional knowledge and knowledge of the regulatory environment of the industry
-Safely and independently perform a comprehensive range of film and television production skills and tools required for working as part of a film or television crew including research, content structure, lighting, sound, camera work, recording, editing and post production
-Formulate appropriate responses to well defined abstract problems to be overcome when working in film and television production, such as location issues, logistics, environment, lighting problems, sound issues, permissions, resources, crew and talent
-Apply theoretical concepts, production skills and team skills safely in a range of film and television contexts involving creative and non-routine activities in compliance with current Irish and EU legislation
-Take responsibility for supervising the running of a film or television production under direction from management. Such as the role of assistant producer, production manager or head of department
-Evaluate personal learning, and identify personal learning needs and the learning needs of others within a structured environment
-Reflect on personal practice in a supervisory role in a film or television production environment to a group
Editing Practice and Techniques 6N5427
Film and Digital Video Production 6N5428
Work Experience 6N1946
Advertising Photography 6N3726
Portrait Photography 6N3694
Documentary Production 6N18514
Scriptwriting for Film and Television 6N18517
Communications 6N1950
6M18534 - Film and Television Production.
Award: Successful completion of this course will result in a QQI Film and Television Production Level 6 Certificate, 6M18534.
Field Trips
We encourage gaining experience by practical photography on field trips and have designed our assessment and project briefs to include interesting locations around Clew Bay and the Islands. Dublin is also on our agenda to visit art and photo exhibitions.
Studio Facilities
Cameras
Studio Flash Lighting equipment for portrait, fashion advertising and still life work
Mac and PC Computers with up-to-date software for editing and image processing
Printing equipment
Tel: 094 90 75000
Email: Westport@mayocollege.ie
Web: www.mayocollege.ie