Multimedia Production - Games Design
This one year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to train for a career in Graphic Design, Digital Media, 2D & 3D Animation, Games Design. The course is designed to provide learners with a practical understanding of current and future digital media applications and technologies through practical projects, the course supports development of a broad range of technical skills and enhances creativity.
| 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
Institutes of Technology/Technological Universities and Colleges around the country may offer further progression opportunities. Please check with the individual Admissions Office 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 5M2146)
This one year full time course equips the learner with the vocational skills and knowledge to train for a career in Graphic Design, Digital Media, 2D & 3D Animation, Games Design. The course is designed to provide learners with a practical understanding of current and future digital media applications and technologies through practical projects, the course supports development of a broad range of technical skills and enhances creativity.
Learners will design and create graphics, 2D and 3D animation and game projects. Multimedia Production learners have access to the high spec computer labs equipped with industry standard creative software and hardware.
This course will be relevant to those interested in pursuing a career in digital media production. Opportunities include graphic design, animation or games design.
It also provides foundation skills for further study in Multimedia, Digital Media, Game Design and 2D and 3D Animation.
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit QQI level 5 Major Award in Multimedia Production.
Learning Outcomes
• To facilitate the learner to explore Multimedia 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 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
Design Skills Design Skills (5N0784) QQI
Multimedia Authoring Multimedia Authoring (5N1299) QQI
Animation Animation (5N1551) QQI
Multimedia Project Development Multimedia Project Development (5N1300) QQI
Computer 3D Modelling And Animation Computer 3D Modelling & Animation (5N1603) QQI
Digital Movie Processing Digital Movie Processing (5N1605) QQI
Games Analysis Design Games Analysis Design (5N1651) QQI
Development of Key Skills
Building on Key Skills
5M2146 - Multimedia Production.
Award: QQI Level 5 Multimedia Production 5M2146.
Phone: 061578100 1800707077
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie