| Course Name |
Journalism - Writing Skills with Radio - Morning |
| Course Provider |
Limerick College of Further Education |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
Limerick & Clare ETB |
| Course Code |
JWMX 5M2464 |
| 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 |
Centre |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Part time, Morning, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Limerick City |
| Course Content |
Course Overview
This 1 year programme is suited to those interested in Print or Radio Journalism. Learners will enjoy learning essential writing skills for journalism, reporting (oral & written), and will learn technical and production skills for Radio. |
| FET Code |
5M2464 - Journalism |
| Duration |
1 year (Mornings Only) |
| Comment |
Award
QQI Level 5 - Journalism [5M2464] |
| 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 |
Typical Modules:
Writing Skills for Journalism
Research Skills for Journalism
Radio Programme Production
Media Analysis
Communications
Image Processing/Desktop Publishing (Indesign)
Word Processing
Work Experience |
| Entry Requirements |
• 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. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Employment Opportunities / Progression
• Employment opportunities arise in the various print / broadcast media organisations Award holders may apply for a place on the Advanced Certificate in Media / Radio Level 6 programme in LCFE
• Institu...
Hide-Employment Opportunities / Progression
• Employment opportunities arise in the various print / broadcast media organisations 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. LCFE graduates have successfully secured places in these institutions. 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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