Film & Television Production
This one-year full time QQI Level 5 course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to work in television studio production crew roles or in single camera crew roles in a managed environment in a range of television and film production contexts or to progress to further or higher education and training.
| 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
Technological Universities and other Colleges around the country may be offering opportunities for further studies. LCFE graduates have successfully secured places in these institutions.
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
(QQI Award Code 5M18519)
This one-year full time QQI Level 5 course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to work in television studio production crew roles or in single camera crew roles in a managed environment in a range of television and film production contexts or to progress to further or higher education and training.
The course qualifies people to seek jobs in the TV/Film industry, either in production, editing or scriptwriting. Some graduates have opted for self-employment as freelance TV/Film Producers/Scriptwriters. Award holders may apply for a place on the Advanced Certificate in Media/Radio Level 6 course in LCFE MSC.
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit NFQ level 5 Major Award in Fil and Television Production.
Learning Outcomes
- To facilitate the learner to explore Film and Television 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 to develop skill and competence to work independently and under supervision in a Film and Television Production environment by applying appropriate production skills and tools such as content structure, camera operations, multi-camera production and post-production techniques
- To facilitate the learner to demonstrate a broad range of knowledge of Film and Television Production practice, which is underpinned by specific production principles and technical knowledge
- 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
Desktop Multimedia Audio Production Desktop Multimedia Audio Production (5N2148) QQI
Cinematography Camera Operations Cinematography Camera Operations (5N1590) QQI
Cinematography Lighting Skills Cinematography Lighting Skills (5N5047) QQI
Film Production Film Production (5N0637) QQI
Television And Film Editing Television & Film Editing (5N0540) QQI
Scriptwriting Scriptwriting (5N18476) QQI
Development of Key Skills
Building on Key Skills
5M18519 - Film & Television Production.
Phone: 061578100 1800707077
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie