| Course Name |
Radio Broadcasting & Music Management |
| Course Provider |
Limerick College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Limerick & Clare ETB |
| Course Code |
5M4511 RBMM |
| Course Type |
PLC Post Leaving Cert |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ)
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Major |
QQI |
Level 5 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
School |
| Attendance Options |
Full time |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Course Content |
Course Overview
This is a 1 year full time programme designed for those wishing to pursue a career in Radio Broadcasting and/or Music Management. The programme offers learners the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills to do this effectively. |
| FET Code |
5M4511 - Radio Production |
| Duration |
1 year |
| Comment |
Award:
QQI Level 5 Radio Production 5M4511 |
| Course Fee |
There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration fees, examination fees, and for some courses, materials fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview. |
| Financial Support |
Means-tested Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. These grants are administered by Learner Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.Learnerfinance.ie. All applications must be made on-line. The College has a Grants Officer, who will advise applicants, as necessary. |
| Interview |
Interviews will be held in May and places will be offered at that stage. Interviews will also be held in late August to fill anyremaining places. Therefore, early application is advisable. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Application Fee |
Note that an Application Administration Fee of €20 now applies to all applications. This is a non refundable payment. |
| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Typical Modules
Radio Programme Production
Media Analysis & Research Skills
Sound Engineering and Production
Presentation Skills/Communications
Music Industry Studies
Health & Safety at work
Desktop Publishing/Image Processing
Libel & Defamat...
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Radio Programme Production
Media Analysis & Research Skills
Sound Engineering and Production
Presentation Skills/Communications
Music Industry Studies
Health & Safety at work
Desktop Publishing/Image Processing
Libel & Defamation
Word Processing
Event Production
Work Experience*
* Work Experience is an integral part of this programme. Learners must obtain practical work experience, preferably in the Radio, Sound Engineering industry or Communications industries in order to acquire the full qualification.
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| Entry Requirements |
Expand+• Applicants must have Leaving Certificate, LCA or equivalent.
• Holders of a QQI Level 4 Award are also eligible to apply.
• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic requirements.
• In addition applicants will have t...
Hide-• Applicants must have Leaving Certificate, LCA or equivalent.
• Holders of a QQI Level 4 Award are also eligible to apply.
• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic requirements.
• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview.
* Work Experience is an integral part of this programme. Learners must obtain practical work experience, preferably in the Radio, Sound Engineering industry or Communications industries in order to acquire the full qualification.
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Employment / Progression Opportunities
• Radio/TV; Event Management; Broadcasting/Production; PR; Sound Engineering; Journalism (Music Critic); Music Management.
• This Media programme has direct entry arrangements with Mary Immaculate College...
Hide-Employment / Progression Opportunities
• Radio/TV; Event Management; Broadcasting/Production; PR; Sound Engineering; Journalism (Music Critic); Music Management.
• This Media programme has direct entry arrangements with Mary Immaculate College, Limerick, Limerick Institute of Technology (LIT) and Tralee Institute of Technology. LCFE graduates have successfully secured places in these institutions. Award holders may apply for a place on the Advanced Certificate in Media / Radio Level 6 programme in LCFE
• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.qqi.ie
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| Further Enquiries |
Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie |
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