Journalism - Media Studies
This 1 year, full-time programme provides an introduction to all aspects of radio broadcasting and journalism. The broadcasting industry is an exciting one, attracting people who are confident communicators with an interest in pursuing a career that is both varied and interesting. The College has made a significant investment in equipping two state-of-theart radio studios, resulting in a particularly well-resourced programme
| 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
38 Weeks
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 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 moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Careers / Further progression
Employment Opportunities / Progression
• Radio Presenters; Editorial Journalists; Reporters; Correspondents; Political Analysts; News Analysts; Weather Analysts; Public Administration; Government Agencies; Event Managers; Public Relations;
• Award holders may apply for a place on the Advanced Certificate in Media / Radio Level 6 course in LCFE
• This Media course has direct entry arrangements with Mary Immaculate College, Limerick, Limerick Institute of Technology (LIT) and Tralee Institute of Technology.
• Institutes of Technology and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. Please check with the individual Admissions Offices of any institution you are interested in attending or visit www.cao.ie
Further information
Start Date 07/09/2026
End Date 28/05/2027
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit QQI level 5 Major Award in Journalism
Learning Outcomes
• To facilitate the learner to explore Journalism with a view to re-skill / up-skill and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or employment
• To introduce the learner to Journalism as a discipline which requires research, technical, communication, writing and analytic skills to produce content that may be factual, commentary or reporting in other contexts.
• To familiarise the learner with important study areas relating to Journalism such as communications, languages, political and social studies, so that the learner can gain a well rounded approach to the study area.
• To facilitate the learner to understand the disciplines of the work environment through practice or experience.
• To provide a programme of learning that is vocational in nature and flexible in structure so that the learner has the maximum opportunity to improve his/her academic and vocational literacy, numerical, ICT and planning skills while participating in the programme
• To afford the learner opportunities to enhance his/her confidence and ability to develop the skills to reach his/her full potential
• To facilitate the learner to further develop his/her interpersonal, team working, problem solving 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 6 or above
• To facilitate the learner to reflect on and evaluate his/her performance while participating in the programme
Title Award Awarding Body
Work Experience Work Experience (5N1356) QQI
Communications Level 5 Communications (5N0690) QQI
Media Analysis Media Analysis (5N1298) QQI
Research Skills For Journalism Research Skills for Journalism (5N2443) QQI
Radio Programme Production Radio Programme Production (5N1379) QQI
Word Processing Word Processing (5N1358) QQI
Technical Skills For Journalism Technical Skills for Journalism (5N2463) QQI
Writing Skills For Journalism Writing Skills for Journalism (5N2435) QQI
Development of Key Skills
Building on Key Skills
5M2464 - Journalism.
Award: QQI Level 5 Journalism 5M2464.
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