Expand+This course is designed to introduce students to a wide variety of practical techniques and theoretical knowledge that underpin the fundamental skills of a journalist. It also takes a highly modern approach, as the convergence of broadcast, print and...

Hide-This course is designed to introduce students to a wide variety of practical techniques and theoretical knowledge that underpin the fundamental skills of a journalist. It also takes a highly modern approach, as the convergence of broadcast, print and online media require the learning of new skills and methods. Much of the course is project based with the student working closely with each teacher in a variety of platforms, from magazines/newspapers to broadcast and online media. The course provides students with new digital tools and practices and better ways to engage the public in a rapidly changing media world.

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Further education (PLC) students will be eligible to receive PLC maintenance grants.

For more information on these please visit www.SUSI.ie (Student Universal Support Ireland).

Grants are means tested and if eligible the amount of the...

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Further education (PLC) students will be eligible to receive PLC maintenance grants.

For more information on these please visit www.SUSI.ie (Student Universal Support Ireland).

Grants are means tested and if eligible the amount of the grant is dependent on the distance students travel from their place of residence to the college.

It is advisable for students to apply as early as possible for maintenance grants.

For details of grant applications for the coming year, see: http://corkvec.ie/grants/index.shtml

For further information please see www.studentfinance.ie

Expand+Applications are invited any time up to the end of August. However, it is advisable to apply before mid-August to ensure places are still available on the course. All applicants' suitability is assessed on the merit of their application forms and by ...

Hide-Applications are invited any time up to the end of August. However, it is advisable to apply before mid-August to ensure places are still available on the course. All applicants' suitability is assessed on the merit of their application forms and by the means of a ten to fifteen minute interview. Interviews will take place in May and September depending on when you apply. All late applicants should check with the College Main Office as quite frequently, we have places still available on some courses in September. Applications can be made using our online application form (see above).

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The following subjects may be offered:

•Writing Skills for Journalism 5N2435
This subject has been designed to develop writing skills for journalism. The units within this subject have been selected to cover the range of writing...

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The following subjects may be offered:

•Writing Skills for Journalism 5N2435
This subject has been designed to develop writing skills for journalism. The units within this subject have been selected to cover the range of writing undertaken by journalists.

•Research Skills for Journalism 5N2443
This subject has been developed to introduce learners to the techniques of research.

•Technical Skills for Journalism 5N2463
The subject is designed to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill & competence to sub-edit editorial copy and apply the skills of page design and layout to a range of publication formats.

•Word Processing 5N1358
Equips the learner with the skills and competence to produce documents to a professional standard.

•Media Analysis 5N1298
This subject is designed to offer a theoretical framework that underpins practical media work, thus providing the learner with an understanding of successful practice. It explores and analyses strategies involved in constructing media messages and examines how interpretation is defined by context. Learners will study a range of media products and associated critical texts.

•Desktop Publishing 5N0785
This subject is intended to enable the learner to produce various printed/online documents containing text and graphic images from design briefing to printing, using a desktop publishing system. It incorporates analysis, process, craft, technology and design elements, thus ensuring a comprehensive treatment of the subject.

•Political Studies 5N1837
This subject has been primarily developed to introduce students to an awareness of the Irish political system, and to an appreciation of the wider geo-political implications of key contemporary issues.

•Work Experience 5N1356
All students participate in either work placement or work practice during the year. Students may find themselves working in the areas of broadcasting, local/national newspapers.

•Communications 5N0690
Communication skills are highly valued in the workplace but this subject extends beyond exclusively vocational needs, recognising that the acquisition of these skills is a life-long process, and central to personal, social and professional development and fulfilment.

Expand+Career Opportunities
Work in print, radio and television journalism, public relations, advertising and the Internet. Former students have secured positions at Reuters (London), Sunday Times, Head of I.R.N. (Dublin), 103FM, Limerick Leader, 96FM., Re...

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Work in print, radio and television journalism, public relations, advertising and the Internet. Former students have secured positions at Reuters (London), Sunday Times, Head of I.R.N. (Dublin), 103FM, Limerick Leader, 96FM., Red FM., RTE, The Irish Examiner, The Evening Echo and The Kingdom.

Sunderland University is now happy to guarantee that any student (who have a Merit -or better – profile) from Coláiste Stiofáin Naofa, College of Further Education, Tramore Rd., Cork City, who successfully completes the Level 5 Journalism (5M2464) course (including Political Studies) will have direct entry into the second year of the university of Sunderland’s BA (Hons) Journalism and BA (Hons) Magazine Journalism degree courses.
Students who successfully complete (who have a Merit -or better – profile) the Level 5 Journalism (5M2464) course (NB: Political Studies is not necessary for this)will, alternatively, be guaranteed direct entry into the first year of BA (Hons) Fashion Journalism, BA (Hons) Sports Journalism, BA(Hons) Broadcast Journalism and BA (Hons) Public Relations degree courses at Sunderland University.

Other Progression Opportunities

390 CAO points can be earned by students on successful completion of this course.

Successful participants are eligible to apply to higher education courses through the Higher Education Links Scheme
•UCC: B.A. Degree
•UL: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and New Media (LM039)
•UL: Bachelor of Arts in New Media and English (LM033)
•UL: Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Public Administration (LM041)
•DCU: Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (DC131)
•DCU: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism (DC132)
•DCU: Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary Culture and Society (DC238)
•DCU: BA (Joint Honours) Media Studies (DC291)