Photography - Advanced

Limerick College of Further Education

 

Course Name Photography - Advanced
Course Provider Limerick College of Further Education
Alternative Provider(s) Limerick & Clare ETB
Course Code 6M3732 PH2X
Course Type PLC Post Leaving Cert
Qualifications
Award NameNFQ ClassificationAwarding BodyNFQ Level
Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)  More info... Major QQI Level 6 NFQ
Higher Prof Diploma at UK Level 4  Comparing Qualifications in the UK and Ireland City and Guilds None
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Attendance Options Full time
Location (Districts) Limerick City
Course Content Course Overview

This course is designed to enable candidates to develop an understanding of the variety of roles and skills undertaken throughout the photographic industry. It is further designed to allow learners to select an individual pathway towards career progression. Learners will be given the opportunity for experimentation, innovation and research in order to evaluate and appreciate the diversity of expertise which exists within the industry.
FET Code 6M3732 - Photography
Duration 1 year
Comment Award
QQI Level 6 Photography (Advanced Certificate) 6M3732
CITY & GUILDS 4448 Higher Professional Diploma in Photography
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.
Portfolio Yes
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Application Fee Note that an Application Administration Fee of €20 now applies to all applications. This is a non refundable payment.
Subjects Taught Typical Modules

Studio Imaging
Portrait and Social Photography
Fine Art Imaging
Photography for Advertising
Fashion Photography
Still Life Photography
Location Photography
Creative Darkroom Skills
Business Planning
Press and PR Photography
Entry Requirements • Applicants must hold a QQI Level 5 Award in the chosen area.

• Mature learners (over 23) may be exempt from the above academic requirements.

• In addition applicants will have to undertake an interview.
Careers or Further Progression

Expand+Employment / Progression Opportunities

• Past learners are engaged in a variety of employments – working as professional photographers or are self-employed/freelance. Others have set up their own studios.

• Holders of this qualification may ta...

Further Enquiries Tel: 061 414 344
Fax: 061 414 186
email: apply@lcfe.ie
Website : www.lcfe.ie