Photography - Photography & Visual Media
This one-year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to practice photography using a wide range of still and video capturing tools including traditional film cameras, smartphones, compact digital cameras, professional digital cameras and drones.
| 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
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.
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026 End Date: 28/05/2027
Course Fees: €100
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.
A wide variety of key skills including camera operation, lighting, leading photoshoots, teamwork, post production using still and movie editing software will be central to the course. As the course progresses throughout the year, students will be required to produce work with a strong emphasis on creative expression. It is the blending of commercial and artistic photography that is fundamental to the learning outcomes of this programme. Our graduates will be skilled in meeting the changing demands of the increasingly complex photographic industry.
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit QQI level 5 Major Award in Photography.
Learning Outcomes
• To facilitate the learner to explore Photography 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 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
Personal Professional Development Personal & Professional Development (5N2985) QQI
Teamworking Teamworking (5N1367) QQI
Traditional Black And White Photography Traditional Black & White Photography (5N0757) QQI
Image Processing Image Processing (5N1292) QQI
Digital Photography Digital Photography (5N1270) QQI
Colour Photography Colour Photography (5N0763) QQI
Portrait Photography Portrait Photography (5N1376) QQI
Photographic Techniques Photographic Techniques (5N1538) QQI
Development of Key Skills
5M2094 - Photography.
Award: QQI Level 5 Photography 5M2094.
The Photography Department continues to have success with learners shortlisted every year for the National Learner Media Awards (sMedias) and in some categories have won the top awards which has enabled them to pursue business opportunities in their chosen area.
Phone: 061578100 1800707077
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie
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