Film & TV Production
In this one-year course, students will write, shoot and edit their own films using special effects, lighting, audio recording and editing skills.
| 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
1 year full-time.
Timetables vary from year to year please contact the college directly for detailed timetable information.
Entry Requirements
1. For entry to Level 6 a full QQI Level 5 in a complementary area is required
2. All applicants will be required to attend an interview
3. An offer of a place on this course means that the applicant has met the minimum entry requirements set out and satisfactory presentation at the interview.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Our Career Network
The Award may enable graduates to gain employment in the TV and Film Industry. Learners can pursue careers in Camera Operations, Scriptwriting, Post-production Editing, Researcher and freelance careers in the TV and Film Sector.
Education Progression Opportunities
Opportunities
Successful graduates of the course can pursue 3rd Level Degree courses in a range of colleges in Ireland and the UK including: Limerick Institute of Technology, Institute of Technology Tralee, Ballyfermot College, Cork Institute of Technology, Crawford College of Art & Design, DIT and Dun Laoghaire Institute of Technology.
Further information
Courses commence in September 2023.
Mature students are welcome to apply.
Financial Supports
SUSI Grant
The Department of Education and Skills provides a means-tested maintenance grant for learners attending full-time Further Education courses. Information regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.StudentFinance.ie
Maintenance Grant Scheme for Post Leaving Certificate Courses
All grant applications must be made online to a single awarding authority SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland), through http://www.susi.ie
Students who have completed a QQI Level 5 course and are now commencing a QQI Level 6 course are deemed to be commencing a new course and must also apply to the SUSI online system.
Any student coming direct from Leaving Certificate to a PLC course will not qualify for the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) and should apply for the maintenance grant.
BTEA Back to education Allowance
This scheme is for unemployed people, lone parents and people with disabilities who are getting certain payments from the Department of Social Protection. For current information on the scheme qualifying conditions, please contact your local Social Welfare Office.
Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) (citizensinformation.ie)
Student finance website for more detailed information
https://hea.ie/funding-governance-performance/funding/student-finance/
VTOS
If you are over 21 years of age, unemployed and have been getting certain social welfare payments for at least 6 months you can apply for the Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme (VTOS).
The VTOS scheme provides a range of courses to meet the education and training needs of unemployed people. It gives participants opportunities to improve their general level of education, gain certification, develop their skills and prepare for employment, self-employment and further education and training.
How do I apply for VTOS?
Application forms for VTOS available at College Admin Office.
https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/education/returning_to_education/vocational_training_opportunities_scheme.html
CETS
Kinsale College has CETS approved courses, which means you can avail of full-time, part-time, after school only or after-school with transport Childcare places while you study here.
Yes
How to Apply & Application Deadline
Applications for all our courses will be available on the website and in the college from January 2023 for all courses commencing in September 2023.
Interviews will be held for all courses throughout the academic year. To apply, simply click on the application weblink below. Alternatively, you can ring a member of our team on (021) 4772275 to guide and assist you through the application process.
Step 1:
Complete the Application Form
The application form can be completed online at www.kinsalecollege.ie or you can print a paper version from the website. When you apply online you will receive a personal account and ID, this will enable you to view all college correspondence in relation to your application. (Applicants can complete the application on-line in the college if required) If you print the application form, please complete all sections and return to the College at
Admissions,
Kinsale College,
Bandon Road,
Kinsale,
Co. Cork
Step 2:
Attend for Interview.
Applicants will be invited for interview at the college. Interviews are held a number of times per year from Springtime through to course commencement.
The interview simply acts to match the applicant against the course in terms of suitability, commitment and expectation.
Step 3:
Accept Place on Course
Successful applicants will be notified of the offer of a place on a college course by post and by e-mail. Applicants must secure this place by paying the relevant Course Fee before a set date. Failure to do so may result in the place being offered to another applicant.
Step 4:
Registration and Induction
When students are offered a place on a course the notification will also contain information regarding dates for registration and induction. All students must attend the college on these designated dates.
Film & TV
Advance your technical and artistic skills in the Film and TV Production Level 6 course in Kinsale College. This course builds upon students skills gained on our level 5 course and grows their expertise and professional training for the Film and TV and creative industries. In this one-year course, students will write, shoot and edit their own films using special effects, lighting, audio recording and editing skills. Students have the opportunity to work collaboratively in all aspects of film crew roles and pursue their own creative interests.
About The Course
Students who successfully complete the Film & TV, level 5 course will be eligible to apply for this advanced course. This course is designed to prepare students to work in the Film and TV sector. This is a one-year course, which combines a range of digital video shooting, editing, special effects, audio recording and editing skills.
Those who complete the course may gain entry into the second year of a Level 8 degree course.
Students are given access to an editing suite (iMac with Adobe Premiere Pro) four full days per week and access to HD video equipment, all week. They also have access to professional Video, Sound and Lighting equipment.
There are individual and group projects on the course. Students are encouraged to produce short films on topics of interest to themselves, provided they fit within the given brief. The majority of this course is practical rather than theory based, which allows students to produce varied and substantial portfolios.
Work Placement/Experience
Work Experience
Participants will be required to undertake 10 days of work placement in a suitable area. The college will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.
Course Co-Ordinator: Fran McMorran
Module Info & Codes
Documentary Production: 6N18514
Editing Practice & Techniques: 6N5427
Film and Digital Video Production: 6N5428
Communications: 6N1950
Film and Television Camera and Lighting: 6N18516
Studio and Location Sound Production: 6N4981
Work Experience: 6N1946
Digital Imaging (Optional): 6N3727
6M18534 - Film and Television Production.
Certification: QQI Level 6 Film & TV Production 6M18534.
Facilities in this Department
This department contains the most up to date hardware and software. Facilities include Apple iMac, a range of digital video cameras, SLR cameras, sound recording equipment, including boom and zoom microphones and LED studio lights.
Students have access to the full Adobe Cloud Suite of Apps for the academic year on all of their devices.
T: +353 21 4772 275
E: info@kinsalecollege.ie