Media Production
This one-year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to work as a media professional both independently and in a supervisory capacity in a fully functioning radio station. The programme is designed to give the learner ample opportunity to hone key skills working in a live broadcasting environment, develop an understanding of an ever changing and growing media industry and build a portfolio of work as a media professional, broadcaster and journalist.
| 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
38 Weeks
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 5 in a relevant discipline when accessing a Level 6 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a broad range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course and be able to exercise initiative and independence when carrying out course activities.
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026 End Date: 28/05/2027
There are no tuition fees payable to the College by EU nationals. However, learners are liable for registration and examination fees. Registration fees vary depending on programme choice. Applicants will be informed of individual programme fees and possible exemptions at interview.
Means-tested Student Maintenance Grants are available to qualifying learners. The administration of these grants was handled by the former Vocational Education Committees (VECs) up to the 2011/12 academic year. A new ONLINE ONLY grant applications system was introduced in the 2012/13 academic year. All applications have to be made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI), the single Awarding Authority for all new student grant applications, through www.susi.ie. If you are thinking of embarking on a programme with us, you should investigate whether you are eligible, and, if so, submit an application.
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit QQI level 6 Major Award in Media Production.
Learning Outcomes
- To facilitate the learner to explore Media Production with a view to re-skilling/up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or employment
- To facilitate the learner explore and acquire the knowledge, skills and competence to work as a media professional.
- To provide a programme of learning that is vocationally specific in nature and flexible in structure so that the learner has the maximum opportunity to improve his/her specialised academic and vocational literacy, numerical, ICT and planning skills while participating in the programme
- To enhance the learner’s confidence in his/her ability and to build on his/her skills to reach his/her full potential
- To facilitate the learner to develop his/her interpersonal, team working, learning to learn, time keeping and time management skills, as appropriate, so that the learner is enabled to take responsibility for his/her own learning and to support progression including future participation in education and employment
- To provide the learner with vocationally specific knowledge, skill and competence at this level, thus affording the learner the opportunity to progress to programmes leading to awards at level 7 or above
- To facilitate the learner to develop analytical, reflection and evaluation skills as appropriate to a vocational setting.
Work Experience Work Experience (6N1946) QQI
Communications Communications (6N1950) QQI
Multimedia Sound Multimedia Sound (6N4525) QQI
Media Industry Awareness Media Industry Awareness (6N5505) QQI
Broadcasting Presentation Skills Broadcasting Presentation Skills (6N5425) QQI
Radio Documentary Production Radio Documentary Production (6N5433) QQI
Radio News Broadcasting Radio News Broadcasting (6N5454) QQI
Media Ethics And Legal Framework Media Ethics & Legal Framework (6N5453) QQI
Development of Key Skills
Building on Key Skills
6M5149 - Broadcasting.
Award: QQI Level 6 Broadcasting 6M5149.
Our vibrant, Creative Media Department has constantly strived to meet changing broadcast and production industry needs. Programmes in Radio, Television/ Video Production, Print Journalism and Event Production, delivered in a high-tech learning environment, enable learners to gain invaluable experience in the College’s Apple iMac Lab and our brand new Broadcast Media Centre incorporating an online campus radio station - iMix.
Phone: 061578100 1800707077
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie