Film Post-Production & Special Effects
Welcome to “Film Post-Production & Visual Effects” – a comprehensive course that delves into the world of multimedia creation and storytelling. This immersive journey covers video editing, visual effects, sound engineering, and design, all in one course. You’ll explore a wide variety of aspects that bring media projects to life, from their inception to the final polished product.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year
Entry Requirements
For Level 5 courses:
Over 17 years of age and successful completion of upper secondary education (i.e. 5th and 6th year) or equivalent
AND
Successful completion of a Leaving Certificate (or equivalent international qualification)
OR
Successful completion of a Level 4 major award (or equivalent international qualification)
For Level 6 courses:
The basic entry requirement to all full-time Level 6 programmes is the successful completion of a Level 5 major award (or equivalent international qualification)
Applicants who do not meet these requirements, and who are between 17 and 23 years old, will be referred to our Guidance Counsellor.
Garda Vetting (Clearance)
Garda Vetting (police / criminal records clearance) is a requirement on courses where students have access to children or vulnerable adults. Students must be vetted for clearance by the Gardaí prior to attending work experience. It is your responsibility to obtain Garda Vetting Clearance / criminal records clearance.
Students who have lived outside the jurisdiction of Ireland /Northern Ireland, and for whom Garda vetting / clearance is unavailable, are required to provide verifiable evidence of criminal records clearance from the relevant police authorities.
We will provide you with information about making an application for clearance, but it is your responsibility to complete any necessary application and to obtain clearance. If you are offered a place on a course, you will be issued with information at registration.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Progress to further study and careers including:
Our Level 6 course in Creative Video and Audio
Video Editor
Motion Graphics Designer
Sound Designer/Engineer
Graphic Designer
Multimedia Producer
Content Creator
Social Media Influencer
Film and Television Post-Production Specialist
Advertising Creative
Media Analyst
Freelancer/Entrepreneur
Games Designer
Further information
These means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education, in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres.
Applications are made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie www.susi.ie
You will be invited to an interview – this is to make sure that you’ve made the right choice!
Applications will be open online for 2025 entry at the end of January 2025. Students may apply online at www.carlowinstitute.ie
In an era where visual and auditory content reigns supreme, the skills covered in this course are essential for your future career. You will delve deep into video editing using industry-standard software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, discover the magic of visual effects with Adobe After Effects, and refine your sound engineering expertise. You’ll unlock your creative potential with design skills utilising tools like Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign. A close integration of subjects will mean you are building towards a portfolio of work from day one.
Whether you’ve a beginner or have some experience – this course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of media post-production. Join us and your likeminded classmates, and let your imagination take centre stage as you refine your abilities to craft compelling, engaging, and visually captivating media content.
What Makes This Course Special
Professional Level Digital Arts Suites with high powered computers
A state of the art music studio
The chance to share your work and interests with a group of people that share those interests
Creative real-world projects that you can use in your portfolio
Coverage of a wide range of content so your progression options are not restricted
Home Licenses for the Adobe software
The option to sit Adobe Certified Professional exams
Certification
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Media Production 5M18518
Optional: Adobe Certified Associate exams in Photoshop, Premiere Pro and After Effects.
Additional Costs
There is currently no extra charge for the home license of Adobe Creative Cloud, or the Adobe exams as long as you are an active student at Carlow Institute.
To get the most from the home license – students should have access to a good computer. See the Adobe site for more details.
Course is subject to minimum enrolment. The programme content shown is indicative and is subject to change according to Awarding Body requirements as well as enrolment and resources.
Course Content
TV & Film Editing
Visual Effects for Film & TV
Sound Engineering
Digital Editing
Media Analysis
Design Skills
Communications
Work Experience
5M18518 - Media Production
Phone: 059 913 4230
Email: Email: Info@CarlowInstitute.ie
Web: www.Carlowinstitute.ie